Mike was kind and generous.
... esp. given this was an extremely last-minute request (oops).

The space was simple yet peaceful & quiet.

Things I wasn't expecting:
* it was a leased upstairs, non-residential suite -- so it had those office-y florescent lights (long tubes).
** ... However, also had other kinds of lighting supplementing IIRC, and the place was decently converted as well they could make it into a temple.
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Don't be afraid to ask for what you need, ask respectful questions about boundaries/preferences, and be considerate of others' time and (perhaps-unspoken) boundaries/needs.

Mike was a great host, and the space was extremely convenient & worthwhile.

(+ just be prepared to wake at 7am or so --
get to bed early, and get a good night's rest, before a [brief] morning chant, and tea if desired.)