Was greeted and shown around the accommodation by a friend of the host. The Cottage was as described and the breakfast items kindly provided was a nice touch.
Wasn't advised where the washing machine was but found it a couple of days later in a separate location in the back garden, so it may be worth adding to the information sheet or mentioning when greeting future guests.
Neighbourhood was fine and location for getting into City Centre is ideal as all buses run in from the stop on the main road into the centre. You can actually walk it in 20 minutes as well. Stores nearby in either direction on main road for groceries.