Gail is a very accommodating and communicative host with a very large house with a whole lot of character! The kitchen is a great spot to hang out with a large group of friends or family, and the dining room is pretty great for just the same. The backyard space is also an excellent social area (weather permitting) which is a bit rare for the places we've stayed at previously.
Things can get a little chilly upstairs but the provided space heater helped to absolve that as well.
The area is very walkable and has extreme proximity to public transportation!