My experience was excellent! As soon as I booked, I became high maintenance and Peter did not block an eye. I asked if I could drop my suitcase off early so I could pick up my rental bicycle; of course, he said. He was even there to meet me and give me my key; it was perfect. The welcoming basket of wine and goodies was very much appreciated as I had cousins over for a visit that first evening and no time for shopping! The description was accurate though I was not expecting such a big bathroom! The neighbourhood was the best. I met my cousins at the zoo, we walked to the Botanical Garden and then back to the houseboat for cocktails (we later realized we could see the BG just across the canal). Then we walked 1 block to a wonderful Italian restaurant (Palermo); everybody's meal was superb and only one of us had the pizza; thank goodness we had gone early as there was a queue to get in for most of the evening. I walked to the Opera House alone one evening and felt very safe both going and coming after dark. The bakery ... also a block away ... was excellent. Though very convenient to everything, the houseboat was also very quiet and peaceful. There was even a heron on the neighbour's deck one morning! Thanks for everything Peter!