Shannon was a great host and quick to respond back to our questions. She stopped by to meet us (with our permission) but otherwise gave us privacy. This is a lovely house to use as a home base for exploring Sydney, Butchart Gardens, and Victoria. We had our car and appreciated the easy access to the main route south into Victoria. Even though it's close to the highway, we didn't notice any sound. The neighborhood is a mix of residential and farms, which was great for us. Shannon does live here, so don't expect a vacation rental that's typically vacant. This wasn't a problem for us, and Shannon was generous enough to let us use an ice pack or heating pillow to soothe a hurting back. That's a personal touch that wouldn't be an option at a place that was not lived in. All in all, the space served our needs and was comfortable and clean.