Paula was a wonderful host! The room was just as she described, bright and artful. I loved the bed and the great fluffy feather pillows! Paula had a great informative binder with all the details I needed like internet password, and she even left me an encouraging note since she knew I was in Oakland for a conference that I was presenting at. The location of Paula's place is also fantastic. Lake Merritt is to the right and it's a great place for a morning or evening walk, and downtown is a short walk too. Overall I loved my stay!