First up we had great communication from Carol, and the welcoming gifts (including wonderful muffins) were totally unexpected but very much enjoyed. Then a lovely living space with a great fireplace and a nice breakfast balcony with a gas barbecue for evening gatherings and a well-equipped kitchen made our stay a real pleasure, even though the weather was not at it's best for our stay. Our hope is that we can get near this quality of service and accommodation in all our future travels. Many thanks, Carol.