If you a planning a trip around Forester, definitely consider staying at Julia's Casa Rio studio. Excellent location in a quite neighborhood with parking on the street, a short walk to the water & shops. The studio is a free standing structure in the backyard of the property with high ceilings & sliding doors opening onto the beautiful garden. The studio is tastefully decorated with a soft & comfortable bed, a 55 inch TV, fully equipped kitchen with breakfast staples (even has a nespresso machine !) and a bathroom with a great rain shower. There is even a piano & other instruments for the musically inclined ! Julia is a lovely & welcoming host with great communication. She kept in constant touch with us before & during the stay. Stevie the Labrador was an added bonus as he also welcomed & chilled out with us ! Overall we had a wonderful stay with the only regret being that we stayed only for a night. Hope to be back again sometime in the future & wholeheartedly recommend to anyone looking for a peaceful & tranquil stay in Forester. Thanks again Julia !