Billy’s description of his home is pretty much on point. He personally greets you and goes over check-in routines and the house tour. Billy is a wonderful raconteur, very accommodating, and a caring host.
Billy’s home is a vibrant museum. Every time you look around it seems like you are seeing a new objet d’art for the first time or seeing a different perspective of one you saw the day before. More importantly, Billy’s home is clean. We found no dust in the areas where we frequented or on the books and artwork.
Do note, as he states, it is his home. He is home sometimes while you are there. You are sharing space with him. His friends do stop by. The guest bedrooms and the guest bathroom are private. The kitchen and living room are shared spaces. Billy is definitely part of the experience. He can tell you about the area, the house, or just share a laugh. Also note if you did not know, the toilet is in a room across from the shower/sink room, as is normal in Edwardian homes. Part of the charm.
My friend and I switched rooms for part of our stay so we could each experience both rooms. The smaller room is really cozy and faces the front. It sleeps one person very comfortably. It is filled with books, photographs, art, and a tv. There is a window, but no closet. The bigger room is good for couples or a single who wants more space to spread out. The best test for me of Billy’s home: I slept well all four nights I was there.
We loved having breakfast at the Tarragon Cafe down the street from the house.