Kay (who is lovely!) most definitely made me feel welcome and very amenable to my requests (i.e. being able to leave my stuff prior to check-in) and was informative and helpful.
The living area itself is beautiful, wonderfully designed, good sized and had all the amenities one could want/need. There is also a lovely backyard area as well if you wanted some outdoor time with a little privacy. The living area is situated underneath their house so occasionally you can hear footsteps from above.
Locality wise, it's a 15-20 minute walk to Cottesloe Beach, depending on your pace, and there is a good, paved path to walk along the coast (beautiful!). It's also a two minute walk to the train station, so ease of transport is excellent!
It's a shame I couldn't spend more time at this location... it would be a perfect summer retreat!