Stayed the 2nd time at Mike's place and again he has been very helpful : I got several mails on suspended bus stops or changes in the itinerary before my departure.
He couldn't be there on arrival but I could collect the key form a neighbour.
Above all : it was a horrendous weekend for the Chunnel (fire and electricity failures) and he spontaneously informed me about the updates until the morning I had to leave.
Accommodation has been refreshed, always clean towels and linen (without the nasty smell you've got in hotels).
Mike himself : no fuss whatsoever, very laid back and a pleasure to stay with.
If your stay is based on mutual respect you'll go a long way.
VERY recommendable!