While we did not get to meet Maggie, our request for checking in early was accommodated nicely. The space is tight, but we felt very comfortable in sharing the living room, kitchen, and yard with Maggie's partner. Our dog loved the fenced yard where there are several places to sit/lounge. When windows were open, the noise from the highway was there. It was constant. Our dog who tries to avoid noisy things did not mind that. So it was fine.