The hose is exactly as described and is very comfortable. It is a short walk from the beach. Shari is a great host that leaves you all the privacy you need and still is very responsive with all your requests. Some people in previous reviews have complained about the hose being on a busy street. The street indeed is very busy during the day, when you probably will not be in the house, but there is no traffic to bother you at night. If you prefer a hard mattress opt to slip on the couch - it is in fact very comfortable.