Valerie's studio is perfect for the solo traveler. It is conveniently located near restaurants, small markets, and a major commercial mall, so that anything forgotten can be easily obtained. For the business traveler, there is a copy shop at the end of the alley and, for ice cream lovers, a great shop literally around the corner.
Valerie's communication was great. She reached out with directions and recommendations for how to travel to her location in the evening and she is in the building should there be an emergency (I accidentally blew a fuse with my plug converter). The building is quiet, although you may hear some street noise on Saturday night but it was short-lived. All-in-all, this was a great experience and value.