Alexandra was very welcoming and helpful. She called us in advance to make sure we had clear directions to the house, and gave us a lot of good suggestions for things to do and eat in Asheville. (Her breakfast recommendation was ON. POINT. Best breakfast I've ever had.) We didn't spend a lot of time at the house other than to sleep, and it's very easy to get to downtown from the house. The room was cozy and comfortable. We didn't need A/C as the open window cooled the room and let us enjoy the sounds of nature (though we were woken up one morning by a neighborhood rooster). You drive through a trailer park to get to the house, but the house itself is secluded and quiet. Alexandra did have a housemate staying in the room adjacent to ours--it wasn't an issue, just something to be aware of. Overall it was a good experience and Alexandra is a gracious hostess.