It was hard to notice much the first 10min since all you're looking at is the views. Even our cab driver walked up the deck to check out the views. Getting settled was super easy, little store a few paces from the house for little things like milk and cereal. A few other reviews said it was a quick 10-15min walk to town. Ah maybe they we're running because it was more like 20-25 but it was mostly downhill through a hill track in the trees. Very nice walk before hitting the town for dinner. Pieter gave some great recs. We didn't have a car and got around just fine. I have to say I was very impressed with the bathroom amenities. Never get plush towels when we travel. He made sure all the small things were thought of for his guests.