Tucked away and quiet, Joe's place is the perfect get away if you want some solitude and relaxation. The place has a polished rustic look and feel if that makes sense; you will be very comfortable in what seems to be a place that was built (mostly, if not all) from the ground up, including some beautiful furniture. The shower and toilet are located just outside the living space, but is surrounded by a wall of privacy and even a large bamboo blind if even further privacy is desired. Just below the bathroom, a part of the water catchment system is located - the almost constant flow of water being quite soothing. Joe has some animals on the property, including dogs, a cat, and a few chickens which you may or may not see, but are likely to hear. Nothing disruptive about this; I only heard the chickens and dog once - well into the morning - and the cat was super friendly, very socialized, but like a lot of cats, could take you or leave you and wouldn't meow outside the door for attention.
Overall, the look of the place was impressive - the garden was lush, beautiful, and methodically maintained; the loft was homey, welcoming, well-stocked, and also beautiful to look at. I would highly recommend staying with Joe.