My stay at Mike's house has been great; I was there a week and enjoyed my spaceous room with own toilet and wash-basin, and balcony (loved that very much!) and was very happy with the use of living room, kitchen, bathroom and laundry room. Nice contact with some other guests. It was also great to have shops and restaurants nearby, especially because I don't drive a car.
The welcome and help (how does that laundry machine work???