Immediately when we arrived our host said "this is your house now" and he meant it. We were immediately at ease. He very quickly explained the few details needed, like operating the tv, the blind for the window, etc.. He gave us information on the easiest ways to travel to the city centre, etc., the nearest shops, etc. The house was perfect for us, everything was spotless, there was milk and bread and coffee and tea. They even left a home-made pate for us and a bottle of wine.
All in all, a most pleasant experience.