She was a great host for me in that I just needed a place to have as home base during a week long video shoot, and the location was great and all of my needs fulfilled. My train into town was delayed three hours and I didn't show up until midnight and she hung around for me on a freezing night – she doesn't live here – which was very kind considering (I don't want to encourage others to do that though!).

The place has plenty of character and it was perfect for me and fine for most budget travelers I'm sure, but anyone who is too fussy or highfalutin might not love it. Squeaky floors didn't really bother me, though, bagels, tea and fruit in the morning was a great touch and Jen was pleasant when I saw her, which wasn't too often.