Neal's place was as beautifully designed and renovated as the pictures made it seem. It's a modern but warm and comfortable space, best of both worlds. The kitchen and bathroom are very nicely designed. (The whole place is, but it's always especially welcome to have a great shower, a great fridge, etc.) Just a few minutes' straight-shot drive to downtown or to East Nashville, it was easy to get all over the city from this home base. Neal was prompt in communications, and left a very useful and thorough list of favorite local spots. I was visiting Nashville for the first time, and it was a special trip, very much including the time spent in Neal's house.