Mario carried my suitcase to the door, which I really appreciated. Catherine wasn't home when I arrived but later she made a point of coming to say hi and see if I had everything I needed.
The neighborhood is quiet and residential.
The accommodation was very pleasant and private -- actually better than I expected. Clean, warm room, comfortable bed, full-sized bathroom with both a shower and a tub. Oh, and the laundry facilities were nice, as well.