The check in process was seamless! The house is on a quiet street! The house was in order but not the cleanest place I've stayed. Nothing serious but I did have to do some light cleaning in the bathrooms. Irene did offer to have housecleaning come back but I didn't see the point in that when I am capable. I loved the leniency of having 8 people max at the house. It worked out perfect for me so my family and friends could come by and say hi! I really wanted to swim during times we weren't allowed too but rules are rules. The pool was perfect a temperature. I wish they had some pool floaties to use but her rules make guest toss them out. I unfortunately had to go to Walmart and buy my own. The backyard was not in the greatest condition, it was more hazardous. There were screws everywhere and metal shavings left everywhere which we discovered everytime we walked barefooted out of the pool :( again not her fault but the fault of lazy construction workers. We really enjoyed the games outside while drying off in 110 degree weather! We did BBQ one night and that was great! Overall I'd definitely stay again. The communication was a 10 for sure. Irene definitely tried to make my stay as comfortable as possible and responded to my questions or concerns promptly!