Staying here was taking a step back to carefree days. The house is decorated in kind of a retro “shabby chic” style right down to the stove from the 50/60’s - and it works well. Loved working in the kitchen with lots of dishes, etc. Fridge is a bit small (next size up from dorm size) but adequate for 2. We were already stocked but still appreciated the pantry of supplies for you to use (but replace if you use it up). Certainly could help to save a run to the store for one thing). The house has a personality and quirks of its own like most houses do, but the host gives you adequate details on how to deal with them in her folder (always a good idea to read first anywhere). You can’t beat the views and the neighborhood is generally quiet. Birds around included sparrows, blackbirds, and elusive but vocal Tui, and a neighborhood cuvvy of quail (cuvvy is a southern description for quail in the US - not sure about Nzz