The host is willing but greater effort could be placed on details such as cleanliness. The house is a reasonable size for 6 - 8 guests and has all conveniences but it is aged and would be good if it was updated including appliances, flooring and furniture. The stairs are slanted which felt unsafe but it held up. This should be corrected for safety. proximity to the subway was good even in -2 weather. There is a Dunkin Donuts and lots of shops nearby which was convenient.