The best Airbnb stay I've had to date (out of about 25)! What a gem - I would (and will) stay again, and will let all my friends know about it as well!
I was drawn to Sonia and Damien's place because of the wood fire, spa and location. The fire was well stocked and they were even kind enough to start it before we arrived (late Friday night). The spa was easy to text to arrange a suitable time. And the location was a perfect balance: it was just close enough to Hobart CBD (30 mins) to enjoy meals there and just far enough away that it was totally secluded and private.
Communication was easy and prompt, both leading up to (via email) and during (via text).
The Airbnb had the feel of properties ~10 years ago when you rented out someone's place who actually lived there, giving it a sense of comfort that most of today's sterile Airbnb's lack. Lots of tasteful and thoughtful touches: paintings from Sonia, wines subtly available for purchase, movies to watch from a hard drive, games to play, candles abound, bath tub...
On top of all of this, they were able to provide a 4-course dinner (for a surcharge, of course) in a beautiful setting outside on a pond with candle chandelier and other romantic touches. The setting and place were so fantastic that *I proposed to my fiancee*. Everything about the stay, food, experience was flawless - thanks to Sonia and Damien for their role in making this special weekend perfect!