Joy's place is a true oasis in the heart of bo kaap with its hidden garden with palm trees. The house however needs to be refurbished - I understand it's planned - but when we stayed there it was not in the state I had expected and it also lacked some basic amenities. Joy herself was a very nice host. Although we only had a chance to meet once she was very friendly and flexible about arrival/departure times, and communication was easy during our stay. Once the house will be refurbished it will be the perfect place to stay.