The short and sweet version: Michael and the presented location went above and beyond any and all expectations. We will visit this beautiful location again!

Michael was an absolutely amazing host from the start, even before we had committed to renting this location he was prompt in responding to our questions and concerns, not just about the rental but also, as first time users of Airbnb, about how the rental process worked. After booking the location, Michael contacted us to express his joy at our business but also to inquire as to the reason behind our stay, which was a combo late birthday/early anniversary vacation, which he responded to by leaving us a house warming gift containing a lovely bottle of champagne, chocolates, and birthday/anniversary cards. Closer to the date of our stay he contacted us with detailed information on how to use the amenities in the house, and also provided us with a long list of excellent restaurants and bars for us to check out.

We were blown away at how amazing this house is, with it's artful landscape and unique design, it looks like something out of a magazine. Entering the house was like walking into a slice of heaven, beautiful doesn't even begin to adequately describe it. Minimalist in design, the subtle touches of decor and lighting not only enhance the experience, but made the surroundings comfortable and inviting. The master bedroom was lovely, the bed was exceptionally comfortable and the bathroom, with it's fully adjustable bathtub and separate shower, were a dream come true. The guest bedroom and bath, while smaller and simpler, were equally wonderful and just as appealing. Moving into the living room and kitchen was a smooth transition, the area was open, well lit and tastefully decorated. The kitchen was fully stocked with dishes, cooking appliances and even an espresso machine! The wall of glass windows at the back of the living room allow you to look out at the unique backyard and let in a wonderful amount of natural light.

Michael’s private studio resides just behind the house in which we were staying in. However you could hardly guess he was even there because of the lengths he went through to insure we had total privacy during our visit. On the final night of our visit we invited Michael over for drinks, which he obliged by dropping by and chatting with us for a little while but had to leave shortly after to meet a friend; however he came back over not long after just to bring us ice ball molds because he noticed we were drinking scotch - a random bit of kindness that really brightened our day.

Ultimately, this experience was fantastic. This was our first time utilizing the Airbnb service, and we are so glad to have been graciously allowed to stay at Michael’s lovely home. We look forward to visiting again very soon!