Grant was receptive and accomodating. He spent plenty of time explaining directions to his place, as well as staying up quite a bit later than originally planned due to flight delays. Unfortunately, Grant was out for most of the weekend so I can't comment much further on the host. The place itself was roomy and comfortable. Although all of the furniture is quite old, I never got the impression that any of it was dirty. There is no A.C. so expect to rely on fans. From what I understand, however, I was a bit unlucky in how hot it was when I arrived - no A.C. may not actually be a problem on most days in L.A.. There IS internet, although it isn't listed under amneties. The lack of A.C. was the only thing that made my experience slightly uncomfortable, other than that, the digs were solid.