Betty is an accommodating host who is very invested in making sure her guests are comfortable. I was having some problems organising my flights before I left for Singapore, but Betty stayed in communication with me until I managed to sort everything out. She was up and waiting for me to arrive in the early morning and made me a cup of coffee which I really needed after my 'red-eye' flight.

The room was spacious and airy with a ceiling fan and a cross-breeze coming through the two windows so that I didn't need to use the airconditioning at all despite the humidity. The double bed was very comfortable and I slept really well each night. Betty made sure that I had all the toiletries I might need as well as towels. The bathroom and toilet were just next to my room and these were clean and functional.

I appreciated the use of the Wifi as I didn't have a phone connection while I was in Singapore and had to do most of my communicating through Facebook - having the Wifi access enabled me to contact all my friends.

The location of the house, near to the Newton MRT stop, is central and really good for exploring Singapore. It is only one stop to Orchard Road if shopping is your thing. The Newton Circus hawker centre is a 5 minute walk up the road if you want to try local food.

Betty is warm and friendly, great to talk to, and provides as much tourist information as you could want. Unfortunately, I was unable to take her up on her offer to go shopping or out for a snack as I was busy seeing friends most of the time that I was there, but I hope to see her when she is next in Australia.

Thanks, Betty!