The unit is completely under the ground level
and the hosts live right above you. You can hear everything and almost understand people's conversations. This is a great space if you like dogs and want to socialize with the owners who are living on the ground level above you. The hosts are very friendly and helpful, however not recommended for someone who enjoys cozy quit place with ability to look outside of the window. The reading room which is the main listing picture and the only space above ground is a joint walk through space that is also shared with a dog. It is not private, it is dirty and full of stuff. We enjoyed Nikky, she was very friendly and helpful, but the quality of the underground living space was not our cup of tea. In Houston when we live there are no cellars and we are not use to living underground.