James was an awesome host---he gave us some useful tips and we had some great conversations. Also, we must thank him for being willing to help out some very confused guests during a potential missile crisis!
The room was quite small and the bathroom very spacious, which worked out nicely for us, though other two-people groups might find it cramped. Being right next to the shopping center + grocery store was very convenient---we picked up some stuff for breakfast and lunches at the beginning of the week and made good use of the provided appliances.
Of the beaches in the area, I would say only Wyllie's is in convenient walking distance (if you're willing to do a short hike), but everything else is only a short drive away.