Shyamal was friendly and accomodating. His home is charming, comfortable, aesthetically pleasing. It's blocks from the beach and from a Sunday farmer's market. It's a bit of jaunt from campus ... 25 ish minutes with traffic. The hot tub was lovely. The beds and other furniture were comfy. There are plenty of extra blankets for those who don't care to run the heater at night. The kitchen had all the equipment and features most would want. I'm giving 4 versus 5 stars because of cleanliness. If I'm going to pay an extra $130 for cleaning, I expect the place to be spotless. It was not terribly dirty, however, we had to wash (before using) the dishes and wine glasses that sit in an open hutch in the kitchen. The floors needed more attention. And I did not appreciate being asked to strip and remake the beds before leaving. Another positive to note - the property is beautiful... front back and side yards have beautiful plants, furniture, artistic features. All in all we thoroughly enjoyed our stay, would recommend the home and would go back.