This was our first experience with shared house and turned out to be one of the best airbnbs; we enjoyed our brief encounters with the other travelers over coffee time. Our room was located privately - away from the other 2 rooms. It was home away from home for us with the common area very well equipped; best, safe location; we decided not to rent a car, and were able to get to everywhere either by the many buses or metro. Did not get to meet Marie, but she was very responsive on the one time we needed to contact her. We would stay there again.