Karen is a superb host! The check-in at her place was seamless and I felt welcome as soon as I stepped through the door. She is very accommodating and patient.
The place is spotless and very stylish. The room is spacious, and the bed is comfy. There was a whole selection of travel booklets and brochures on the desk which definitely gave some insight in to what you can do around Cape Town. The window of the room opens right out into the sidewalk of the street, so over the course of the day don't be alarmed if you hear the occasional passer-by. I often found them to be quite amusing, and some of the characters you may hear will give you a true sense of how alive the city of Cape Town is.
There is a rooftop balcony which provides a beautiful view of the City CBD, as well as a spectacular view of the docks, the V&A Waterfront and the ocean in the distance. On most days you can see freight ships sailing on the horizon. You also get a wonderful, up close and personal view of one of the shoulders of Table Mountain.
There is a Spar which is a 10min walk away, and the CBD is a 45min walk away, so you can definitely save on transport costs if you don't mind stretching your legs.
For the price you pay, Karen's place is fantastic value for money and I will definitely book with her again when I return to Cape Town.
P.S. For the best experience, please make sure that you maintain good communication with Karen before you arrive. Give reasonable notice as to when you plan to check-in so that she can accommodate you. She will literally plan her day around you. Super dedicated host!