Cristian was very responsive throughout our stay. The location was great for us because we were more interested in the sites and parks outside of Las Vegas than we were in the strip. This location is like a little oasis near the city. It was nice and quiet for our December stay, but I expect that it's much more active in warmer weather. We did go to the strip for a show one night and it's a simple, half-hour drive. Yes, there are a few specialty shops and restaurants right in the village, including a very handy grocery store for essentials. More traditional shopping and restaurants are a quick 5-10 minutes away in Henderson. The unit suited the needs of our family of 4 quite well with 2 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. The underground parking was easy to access and the fitness room provided a range of workout options (equipment, free weights, stationary bikes, and treadmills). Overall, a very nice place to base your exploration of the Las Vegas area from.