We stayed at Christiane for just over a month and had a wonderful stay. My husband and I were working from 'home' in Manly and Christiane was exceptionally accommodative of that, noting that we had 'sort of taken over the living area'. Christiane is very busy (made me wish I could retire) and there is plenty of space so she did not get in our way at all but the chats we had were wonderful and she became a friend. Christiane is an excellent host , the apartment is beautiful, feels like a home and the location is just awesome. You are right close to the action but it is a quiet street. We didn't need to se our car at all in Manly and easy commute to the city. I had many runs along the beach and long walks with my husband. I highly recommend a stay at Christiane's home. You won't regret it. I loved my time there in between homes.