It's truly a home away from home! The room is very comfortable and had wardrobe space as well as a bathroom! The kitchen/living room is a central hub for the house and you can choose to get involved and be part of meals or if you'd rather just do your own thing, that's very doable here. The neighborhood is very peaceful and very close to the trendy parts of East Nashville, with coffee shops, great restaurants and venues. It would make life easier to have a car here, but there is a bus that goes from the corner to downtown and is very manageable. A weekly pass soon pays off. Karen herself is warm and wise and will be great company during your stay. I was lucky to find this host and I'll definitely be back! :)