This is a chance to share my second recommendation for Merrian, having stayed a further fortnight in her luxurious house. Having now returned to the UK, my memories of my stay with Merrian , apart from the ubiquitous sunny days sat reading in the garden, are of a fabulous 6 weeks with a wonderful host and lovely person. I stayed a final night in a hotel in the City and immediately regretted the lack of personal and addictive warmth of her company as well as all the facilities in the house. Why would you want to stay in a bland corporate hotel when you have the chance to stay in such seductive surroundings (as well as the cost!) Once again, thank you Merrian, I agree with all the other comments I've read, I would highly recommend a stay at the "Heaven and Haven" that is your home.