I was glad I read the full description before booking, otherwise I might have been a little surprised to know that the house isn't actually IN a tree. But that said, the space is exactly as Taylor describes: charming in a rustic way, and with lots of personality and quirks. If you want a bland, spotless hotel room, keep looking. But if you want amazing morning views, a space infused with personality, and a kitty around your ankles at breakfast, this is a great spot. My friend and I (both female) felt perfectly safe when we arrived late at night and were giggling as we stumbled through the dark to the house. (I'm really not sure why anyone would feel unsafe here.) We got up and on the road quite early, so we barely met Taylor , but she was perfectly communicative and gracious in our email exchanges.