Laura was a great host; she immediately told me to make myself at home, and I felt completely free to use the shared living space, kitchen, and garden. This place is a good choice if you like to cook your meals, because her kitchen's fully stocked and there's room to prepare and store everything.
As far as transportation goes, it was easy to get to the bus downtown (it's about a two block walk away), and also possible to walk there (though it can be quite a trek on a hot day). The street noise can be a bit loud at times, but there's nothing to be done about that, and it never kept me awake.
All in all, Laura is a wonderful, welcoming host, and the price is great!