Staying in Ester's place was nothing short of exceptional. She was incredibly prompt with communication, made sure we were informed of local activities, and remembered little details like wishing me happy birthday. When we arrived at the train station it was beginning to rain and we were tired from our journey, but Teresa, Ester's assistant, was there with a car to meet us and bring us to the house. It was a very pleasant surprise. Teresa was a delightful person and was at the house within minutes if we needed anything. The house is stunning. It is filled with the character and beauty of a rich history, and yet is stocked with all the modern amenities that made it very comfortable and enjoyable. Discovering that there was a blow dryer with a diffuser was a pleasant touch for one of our curly girls. The pictures don't quite do the grand space justice. It was expansive and comfortable and the beds/bedding was so nice. We were there in August and it does not have an air conditioner, but venting the house at night, and using fans, and light airy sheets made it more than manageable. We made many meals in it's well stocked kitchen and were impressed with the quality of the dishes and glasses. It was stocked more like a home than an airbnb, so you could really celebrate and serve with fine cooking ware and serving plates. Just remember to ask them to show you how to turn on the gas to the stove and also remember to always carry the keys with you because the door automatically locks when you walk outside (but again...they were very very prompt in aiding us). Also make sure to make a fresh salad from the garden! The location is perfect...minutes from markets and coffee shops and parks on foot. Please go stay there...we cannot stop dreaming about it and would love to go back. Thank you Ester and everyone involved in giving us such a fun and lovely girls birthday trip!!