The host was very responsive and communicative via email. We booked the place last minute and Micheal was very quick in responding to my request and so booking was very smooth. We did not meet Micheal, but met Maryane upon arrival. Maryane showed us the place and gave us the keys and she was very pleasant. The neighborhood was very convenient and nice. very close to Smithfield Square with nice restaurants, market and coffee shop and music. It was mostly quiet. The place was very clean and nice.