Michelle welcomed me and helped me with the big adjustment of moving from sunny Alabama to New England during Boston's snowiest winter on record. She was always incredibly helpful and responsive to any requests, and I thoroughly enjoyed my stay in her house. The room is as pictured--it's small, but always nice and warm (super important!). The area feels safe and is close to public transportation. Michelle will advise you about finding anything you need, from grocery stores to the best route to take places! She even gave me good advice when looking for a permanent place to live in Boston. I stayed with Michelle for about two and a half months, and I had a rotating international cast of roommates, who were all generally respectful and kind. I never had any issues, and I enjoyed our occasional potluck dinners! I would highly recommend Michelle as a host and this room as a great place to stay!