Geraldine was an absolute pleasure to communicate with prior to my arrival and even during my stay; she always responded no more than five minutes after any text I might send to her. I stayed with Geraldine for a three week period so that I could support my daughter who had recently emigrated to Manchester from outside the UK. Geraldine's home is clean and tidy and inviting and is located in probably one of the nicest neighbourhoods in the Greater Manchester Area. A short ten minute walk from hers is Wilmslow Road, the high street for Didsbury Village, full of cafes, patisseries and lovely restaurants. Almost every night during my stay, I walked from the tram stop late (okay 10 p.m.) and I never felt unsafe. I was given full access to the beautiful and modern airy kitchen, the spa-like bathroom which was mine during my stay, and the back garden with its cheerful and constant birdsong. The bed was extremely comfortable and I have lower back problems, so I know a good bed when I sleep on it! Aside from the very occasional sound of a few neighbour children delightfully playing in their garden, it is a very quiet and serene neighbourhood. Geraldine's senior dog, Skye, is the gentlest, most calm and easygoing dog. I got to know Skye quiet well during my stay and I feel that we are now lifelong friends! All of these amenities, and the serene presence of Geraldine and Skye, and more, were just the tonic I needed. Geraldine was so cheery and welcoming and kind. In addition to being a stellar host, she is also a stellar human being. I felt like I was a guest in a friend's home, and not just a paying guest. I look forward to staying with Geraldine again.