Michele was very welcoming and generously oriented me around the neighborhood, as well as ensuring that my travel needs and desires were supported by any information she could provide. We had a "once in five years" snowstorm, so everyone's plans were upended, and it all came together just fine. Collier's morning coffee was kind and homey. I really enjoyed the animals in the house (two dogs and a cat named Serendipity) and the beautiful back to the house set against the park. While the Nashville weather was more variable than I had planned for : ) Michele even put out an array of coats and hats and gloves so all were geared up for the snowstorm, and we even went sledding. Michele had her eye out for what might be needed and explained how the houseflow best worked for them. Overall a great temporary homebase for me during the time I spent, with a good balance for me of local helpfulness (what's on), human kindness, and space to do my own thing. Busline at the corner, and there's a solid coffee shop two blocks down if you need to get work done during the day, or space, while the host family is being social with their friends. I'm grateful I landed here; it was just what I needed then, and I recommend!