As Neil & Nancy's first Airbnb guest, I was thoroughly impressed by their hospitality and preparedness. Perhaps that shouldn't be too surprising - Neil's long career as an architectural photographer and Nancy's artist's eye have given them both a strong sense of how to make a space look and feel warm and welcoming, both inside and out. Add to that a genuine spirit of friendliness and generosity and you end up with top-notch hosts in a truly sublime space.

The courtyard around which the guest rooms are situated is an oasis of peace and greenery, and the bed is an island of comfort with pillows and linens that feel as fine as those in top tier hotels. The overall decor conveys a sense of "rustic luxury". Whether welcoming me with a drink, stocking the bathroom shelf with bottled water, or lending the use of their iron & ironing board, Neil & Nancy provided the little details that truly make a vacation rental feel like home. While there were a few tiny issues during the stay, they were inconsequentially minor: A loud neighbor one night (but they instantly and graciously turned the music way down when I asked them to), an AC unit that requires a vise grip to turn on and off (but I'm sure it will be fixed by the time you stay). I mention these things only because no stay is perfect, but if these are my only complaints you get a sense for how close to perfect this one was.

In fact, more than perfect in some respects, especially OUTLETS! If you are a photographer or videographer like me, or just a gadget junkie, you will appreciate immensely the vast number of outlets available in the room. I was able to plug in 4 battery chargers, my laptop, and my phone with outlets to spare, making this an ideal home base for digital nomads of all sorts.

Bottom line: I've stayed in *many* vacation rentals, and there are hosts with years of experience who have failed to provide an experience as effortlessly pleasant as the one Neil & Nancy have provided on their first Airbnb booking. You can tell that while they may be new to the site, they are by no means new to being gracious hosts. Book with confidence, and enjoy your stay!