We just spent our initial 3 nights of our mother daughter holiday at Magnolia house - after more than 25 hours travelling from Australia to arrive at Magnolia house we were greeted like long lost friends! Although it was late and a holiday weekend, Danforth had prepared a dinner of salads, ham, turkey, cheeses and breads. We sat and ate laughed and went to bed feeling like we had arrived home - not left home. During our stay both Danforth and Darwin were amazing hosts, tourist guides, philosophers, intellectual conversationalists and great fun. The ferry to Manhattan is a 10-15 minute walk and we couldn't believe it was FREE! People pay money to get such an amazing view. We loved the views back to Manhattan and the walk along the foreshore of Staten Island. We loved the opportunity to be staying in such a historic house with so much art and sculpture. We loved Danforth and Darwin - great hosts who really do care about their guests and want you to enjoy their special part of the world. Thanks again.