Staying with Cecilia and her lovely family was a great experience! I spent about two weeks in her home and she went above and beyond to make me feel at home. The location of the house, Providencia, is very quiet and residential with lots of local charm, yet only four minutes to the Metro which connects you to all of Santiago.The room itself is small but very cozy and well-heated (a rarity during the winter in Chile!), and having a private bathroom was a plus. Also, the kitchen area (across the patio from the room) was very well maintained. But the best part of staying with Cecilia was how helpful she was! I came to Santiago to work on my Master's thesis and she not only gave my a list of resources, but she also checked out books for me at the local library and got me an interview with one of her friends who turned out to be a great help! Her suggestions on attractions, restaurants, and what neighborhoods to check out (and what to avoid) helped me take full advantage of my time in Santiago. I would definitely recommend staying with Cecilia, especially if you find yourself in Santiago for more than a few days. Gracias por todo el apoyo y ayuda durante mi tiempo en tu casa linda! Fue un placer conocerte :)