I had a wonderful four days staying at Deb's place. The advice on getting there and getting the key was spot-on.
On my first day, Mike welcomed me, gave me some tips on getting around Hobart, and showed me how everything worked. The accommodation is like a junior suite in a hotel; nice big bedroom, adjacent sitting room with two couches, and a bathroom with a spa bath and shower. There's a good-sized fridge, a microwave, and enough crockery and cutlery to hold a reception for the Queen. So, very comfortable. Mike was at pains to point out that there wasn't a kitchen, but I wasn't planning to cook anyway. The view of Mount Wellington from the bathroom early in the morning just as the sun comes up is breathtaking. I'm sure that's why I cut myself when shaving!
The location was perfect; it's 500 metres from the University [I had business there] and it made sense just to walk there and back. It's very obviously a very safe area with lots of people about at all hours. Regular buses go to Hobart from the Sandy Bay shops, and you can be in the middle of town in less than five minutes. The Sandy Bay shops are quite extensive and really close. Coles Supermarket is quite literally two minutes away from Deb's, and Woolworths is seven minutes [because you have to cross Sandy Bay Road]. There's a lot of Asian restaurants in that area, too, although some seem only to open on certain days, so that was a bit confusing.
Lovely, generous hosts, with nothing too much trouble.