This space is beautiful, the location is perfect. However, some issues take some of the charm away. Jackhammering during the week, and the noise from the school bells and children during recess, right in front of the building, puts one in a tight spot: you might be tempted to close the windows, but in 90 degree July weather with no AC this is a tough choice. Easy upgrades would be a decent set of cutting knives (I found little use for the giant meat chopper provided), unstained towels/linens, and a shower head in the bathroom: there is only handheld extension, and there is no shower curtain. We had to install the towel rack, which we found in a closet. These are mostly convenient, easy solutions to make a very nice space really great.