This was a great place, it just wasn't my type of place, that's all. The host communicated extremely well throughout my stay and addressed issues I had as best he could :) I was even offered a refund, although by that point I couldn't move due to lack of other options at that stage and having to be in quarantine anyway. But it was a genuine offer from a caring host.
I was staying in quarantine for 3 days, so it was great to have a private studio with outside space.
What didn't work for me is that there were no clear windows (windows are frosted so you can't see outside at all) and there were no blinds or curtains and there was a skylight so the place was flooded with light early in the morning. The host gave me some flat boxes and a sheet to put against the glass door which helped a bit.
There was also quite a strong emphasis on the rules, both within the check-in message, in the welcome booklet, and framed in the bathroom. As a responsible guest, this felt too much personally even though I can appreciate there may have been prior experiences that led to the need for this.
The location is quite good, for both Randwick and Coogee and it does make a great base for the area. Overall I enjoyed my stay, there could be a little more energy invested in the aesthetic of the place, especially the bathroom and kitchen and courtyard (2 big wheelie bins in the courtyard slightly affected the pleasant feeling of the outdoor area) that I feel would match the price. But this is Sydney and accommodation is pricey. I leave this feedback with the sentiment that it may help other guests, who would be sensitive to these things and it won't affect those who aren't. It is overall very good.