When I arrived from the US after being awake for over 30 hours, I felt immediately comfortable in Bernadette’s back yard. I had some sleep-deprived confusion about the lockbox location,, and Bernadette was super-helpful to make sure I got in.
The house has a lovely feel—it’s tastefully decorated, and comfortable. There was little road or other noise, and beach access is only a few blocks away.
A few days later Cyclone Gabrielle came whipping through, and I could watch the sheets of rain and the trees being shaken around like rag dolls from the security of the house. The house is well-built, and I never felt unsafe.
Although the cyclone was a game-changer for my “summer” break, I really enjoyed staying at Bernadette’s house and would do it again. Thank you!