I cannot even express how delighted I have been regarding my stay. I chose Helen's place first based on the good feeling I had about her as a person, then I based it on (the very inexpensive) price and the proximity to my family and the center.
Helen is as wonderful, welcoming and warm as anyone I have ever met in England. She is undeniably very comfortable with people in her home, and is quite naturally at ease and accomadating. I honestly feel I have met a new freind.
For sure I will be back.
The location of her place was ideal for me. No more than a half hour walk to anywhere I needed access to, whether it be yoga class, the shops, or my families home in Westbury Park. Very quiet area, even tho the occasional train runs behind.... it doesn't run often, and the din is actually quite soothing, unlike the noisy American trains on older tracks, and no horn blowing!
Her cats are super chill, well behaved and highly pattable.
We ended up having some wonderful chats about life the universe and everything. I am heartfelt excited to return, if I should be so lucky!