I really enjoyed my week at Clare's. Her home is lovely and the room has pretty much everything you might need during your stay, with the exception of a sink (but Clare let me borrow her kitchen sink to wash grapes, rinse my thermos, etc., so it was not an issue at all). The location is convenient, in a quiet neighborhood with well-lit streets, and I always felt safe walking home at night. One of the highlights of my stay was having an adorable kitty greet me in the mornings when I go up the stairs to use the bathroom. It was also lovely to chat with Clare before heading out for the day or after a long day in the city.
Staying at Clare's reminded me of why I started using Airbnb so many years ago.
It's all about the people you meet during your travels :)