I highly recommend staying at Raymond"s place. The room was even nicer than the photos indicate with a cute dresser, desk set up, cozy rug, and night stand. Also a closet to hang up your things. Everything was clean and the bed was comfy. The house is an older building but with new fixtures and charming decor. Note that the room is upstairs and the bathroom is downstairs next to the kitchen. Saw Raymond and his other roommate a bit and they were friendly and helpful, but also give you your space. Didn't get to see much of the neighborhood because I was there for a conference, but the street was lovely and Raymond has a great porch with a garden.