I loved the little sitting nooks and the way the breakfast bar was set up, and the bed was very comfortable to me. The host communicated well to resolve an issue that arose. But overall, I was disappointed. This definitely isn’t the place to go for a retreat—it’s VERY loud. It’s sandwiched between two super busy roads, with big trucks rattling up and down all day long, on all sides of the house. Plus, hours of leaf blowers and chainsaws on every day we were there—on the property we were renting (right outside every window) and one directly behind it. We couldn’t enjoy the patio because of it and had to keep the windows closed. Also, the place smelled mildewy and triggered my mold allergies. Despite the host’s kindness and generosity, I’m afraid I can’t recommend that others stay here.