I really cannot say enough good things about Maria and about my stay. From the beginning even just messaging with Maria before reserving my dates, she was so warm and kind and helpful. When I arrived, I was blown away by the beauty of the place (much nicer than even the pics), not to mention the effort she goes to to make you feel at home. The place is decorated in a very homey way, she puts complimentary snacks and drinks in the room, and there is a coffee maker with coffee, cream, sugar, etc. all in the drawer. She even includes small but such helpful touches like a corkscrew near the refrigerator, iron and board, blowdryer, fan, and both men's and women's shampoo. She stopped by one morning to wish me luck on my interview, as well, which was so kind of her. And of course, she has an absolutely BEAUTIFUL dog that I got to play with outside for awhile (although she asked me first if it was okay with me that she leave the dog outside and that if I was nervous about dogs she would leave it inside...I just happen to love dogs). The free cable and internet were also hugely appreciated. You really cannot get this amount of comfort and luxury (especially with the amazing views) at any hotel for this price. All in all I absolutely loved my stay and plan to stay with Maria again if/when I return to the area.