My first experience of AirBandB wasn't a good one, it was a brilliant one.

All the directions and instructions Sarah supplied were clear and precise. Her description of the property was again, accurate and honest. However, she neglected to mention that her home has bags of bohemian character - the light colour scheme and stripped wooden floors give the whole house an airy, relaxed feel. Everywhere you look there's something of interest - books, prints, a piano, vintage bits and bobs. I was here for a weekend business meeting so the house put me in a good mind for seeing my clients staying at the soulless, corporate hotel in the city centre.

I took her up on her recommendation of The Windmill, a very friendly, cosy little pub around the corner serving some great ales and good home cooked food. The city centre is a 15 minute walk away and the wonderful Victoria Park is at the end of the street. My first stay in Bristol - Thanks to Sarah and AirBandB it was productive, enlightening AND relaxing.