Joel & Mel's place is an oasis in the bustle of the city, but it's not so far removed. A 10 minute drive to restaurants, or a 15 minute walk to the train station, this place is the best of both worlds. The space is modern, and you feel it with the high end finishes such as the wall of glass in the living area, or the Grohe faucets in the bathroom.
Getting up the hill can be a challenge at first, but the views are worth it. Parking right next to the house can be tricky because of potential neighborly issues, but there's room down the hill, or the hosts can likely accommodate if you can't find any open spots. It was actually great to meet our host(s) in person. We got the full experience of learning about the neighborhood, the $2M+ houses, and got recommendations for good nearby restaurants.
We loved having morning tea on the terrace and in the living room, with views of the hills and the city. The living room space felt like our own private "lounge" in the evening hours... very airy and cozy.
One thing I'll try to make more clear to travelers.. the bedroom space is "part of the house", with a separate entrance. It is essentially in the walkout basement. Therefore, it is directly below the living space of the main house... a potential challenge for light sleepers if the hosts start their day early. The "living room" of the Airbnb exists as a separate structure altogether, a triangular room with a view... just about five feet away from the bedroom.
Because of the setup, we recommend this space for adventurous travelers and for those looking for Instagrammable experiences, or a hideaway from the city. It's probably not the place for people with hotel-room-style expectations, because the space is just too cool. Not a bad thing, I guess. :)