Helen’s home is fantastic. A huge, elegant but simple home tucked into the ... best neighborhood of gorgeous mansions. I chose to come here after spending too much time in outer neighborhoods which were too noisy. Helen’s home is so quiet I had the best nights’ sleep in my 2 years of traveling. Yes. There’s a school next door.... but they’re not noisy until after ...10. The room is perfect for 1, cozy for 2 . BUT the family room is huge, the kitchen big and well equipped , the table in the Garden a Fantastic place to have coffee.... and every last inch of the house is spotless. I was so comfortable, Helen was so welcoming, the housekeeper.... so sweet.... I’ll be back! And you should go. Yes. You should have a car OR a big Uber account! It’s a 20 minute walk to the metro. Buses a bit closer. Great if you leave for the whole day and return for a long night if you do public transportation. But if you like a siesta... best to have a car!