We usually opt for a flat to ourselves, so I worried that it would be awkward staying with our large (and sometimes rowdy) family in two rooms in a house shared with our host, but Melissa and her family were expert at negotiating competing demands for hospitality and privacy. We were very pleased that there were comfortable beds for everyone. We especially enjoyed having breakfast and snacks on the balcony when the weather was nice. I thought my kids couldn't possibly be interested in the pool in March, but they loved it. The water was warmed to a comfortable temperature and they would have played there all night if we let them. I hope we get a chance to visit again.