Lata's place was as beautifully simple and tasteful in person as in the photos. I was attracted by the minimalist style in the photos and it didn't disappoint. She has great taste in fabric and pottery. I too found that Lata left me wonderful amounts of privacy in her home. She works long hours and likes her alone time when she gets home. We hit it off nicely, though, and ended up having some great conversations. The futon was quite comfortable; I loved the upper deck; and she didn't mind when I spread my papers out on her living room coffee table one day. Down the hill is a lovely lake; if I had had my kayak with me, I think I could have launched off into it. It's nicely distant from the city, but an easy drive in. Many bicycles on the road, actually. Probably a good place for bicyclists to stay. I got a little turned around in the dark on the first night getting there, but googlemaps got me through. I would love to stay here again.