Maria is a very warm and generous hostess. I was traveling by myself for a card tournament. After an intense day playing bridge, it was so nice to come back to a home with a comfortable, serene atmosphere rather than a sterile hotel room. As noted in the description, Maria lives there with her very lovable dog, and you will be sharing the bathroom and community spaces with up to three other guests. If community lodging is not your style, you should look for something else. If, however, you enjoy some interaction and meeting new people I highly recommend Maria's home. In spite of sharing the house, it was one of the quietest stays I have had anywhere. There was no noise from the other guests during my stay, and the street is a small, one way road so there was no street noise at all. Maria was generous with food, beverages, and use of the kitchen. The furnishings are comfortable rather than fancy, and the house was immaculately clean. There are several restaurants nearby, and it's a short walk to Whole Foods. I can recommend Rocco's for breakfast if you like a hearty meal to start the day.