The location is perfect--five minute drive into the city centre, close to all the touristy coastal sites, etc. The chalet certainly needs an update, however. The paint on the front porch and the kitchen cabinets were peeling. The place itself is cosy. I might recommend bringing spare baking trays and your own knives (the ones available aren't very sharp). The flat isn't insulated and Albany isn't warm so it might be worth bringing a rug!