I had a wonderful experience staying at Jen's Manly apartment. Her place is tastefully decorated, simple and homey, with a brightly lit living/dining room overlooking the harbor -- perfect for a relaxing drink at the sunset. The location is convenient, walking distance to the ferry, beaches, cafes, bike/kayak rental shops etc., and yet quietly tucked at an elevated block away from the main streets. I rented a road bike over the weekend and it was a fantastic way to explore Manly and the Sydney harbor -- it's a nice 20 mins ferry ride which takes bike for free. Last but not the least, Jen has been an wonderful host, very responsive, offered excellent local recommendations tailored to my needs. I would most definitely come back on my next Sydney trip -- highly recommended!