Michael and his family were very welcoming! The neighborhood is super quiet, very secluded and away from the hustle and bustle of the city. It was exactly what we needed. Michael's sister lives right next door, and someone is always there when you need anything. They definitely did everything they could to make us feel comfortable, and though bug spray is a DEFINITE necessity, the many wonderful qualities of this quaint guesthouse more than make up for any shortcomings.