I didn't have the chance to meet John personally but the communication before our arrival was great. We stayed in the room with ensuite bathroom and private exit providing privacy if needed. The room was basic providing all necessities but only little room for luggage. I wouldn't go as far as other reviews and say the room "exceeded a hotel" or "room and bathroom are outstanding". As said all basics are provided but from a hotel I would expect better quality linen, working internet (very choppy), reading light next to the bed, keys to lock my room...
Location: The location is close to the city center and has indeed a nice sunset view. This view gets interrupted by cars on highway 190 next to the house (you can actually see the highway + car on the very right in one of the pictures). The area seems to be a very residential quiet area (besides the highway noise).
Cleanliness: Our room and bathroom was clean but it seems that the house is under construction and A LOT of stuff is stored in and around the house (nothing in your room though). From outside the house looked like a storage container.
Overall, if you are on a budget this might be a decent basic option with really nice hosts.