I made a last minute booking and John & Catherine were kind enough to accept despite being away. I suspect when they are home the atmosphere is a bit different. I entered an unlocked house, feeling a bit uncomfortable, and found my room through the lounge. The kitchen was a mess of dirty dishes, the rubbish bins were overfull. There was no information anywhere for me - a permanent tenant helped me find the wifi code and found a heater for my room. In the evening there were strange noises from other people and a whining dog and the porch light going on and off - and I wasn't even sure where these people were! It felt like a strange cross between airbnb and a cheap motel. The room itself was small but warm and basic, enough for a short stay. The bathroom is shared with the permanent tenants.