Martha and her co-host Andrea were wonderful hosts. They took care of us and made sure we had everything we needed when we arrived and made our month long stay easy and relaxing. This is an amazing place if you're looking to get away from the "busy-ness" of the city center, without being so far away that you can't enjoy the city when you choose. There is public transportation if you have the time to commute. However, it is on a limited schedule, and I definitely recommend renting a car if you intend to make frequent trips around the area. We look forward to our next visit. :)