I've stayed once at John's home before in the past a few years ago.
I'll be honest, I'm saddened to see that he has now turned his home into a hostel. I didn't feel the warm "welcome to our home" AirBnb feeling. While I appreciate the clear check-in communication and the value of our 2-night stay, I noticed that he has given up much of his home for guests and travelers. It is his home, and he has the right to do with it as he pleases. He is renting out every available space of his home. There was much more signage, closed curtains, and barricades than I expected.
He provided a fan for the room. It was much needed for the warm week. It is missing its dial though. I was able to cope turning it by hand, but it took some effort. Two towels and a bar of soap were provided as well for the 2-twin bedroom that I rented.
Great neighborhood. Isolated away from street/freeway traffic. Wild animal sounds (peacocks?) were heard in the morning.
Nonetheless, I still want to thank him for renting out a room for my daughter and me.