Maria was a wonderful host. I only contacted her one day before I wanted to stay there (my other accommodations had fallen through), and we were able to get everything arranged on short notice. It's a comfortable and quiet home.
Quick note: the location was fine, but it's in a residential neighborhood and if you don't have a car, it takes ~10 minutes to walk to bus stop or grocery. Also, cabs wouldn't normally drive past, so you'd have to call one to have it pick you up at the house. I definitely recommend Maria's place as long as you're aware that transportation to and from the house takes just a bit of coordination.