What a great Christmas we had at Katie's place!!! It was exactly like the pictures - just a big as it looked and given it had 3 bedrooms (and 3 bathrooms) it also had dining and TV-watching seating for everyone!! We all know that's not often the case!! Only downside was the reception on the TV wasn't great but was good enough to have the cricket on in the background and we didn't miss it any other time - we downed phones and talked and sat out the back by the pool - didn't realise how much we miss these simple pleasures.
Beds were so comfy and the linen was divine, along with plenty of lovely white towels. Aircon was a blessing for a Sydney Christmas as was the pool - perfect for a cooling dip - if you want to do laps head to the beach pool just down the hill. It's in a brilliant position; close enough to walk to restaurants, far enough that there's all day parking for visitors out the front and away from the noise. I was initially a little concerned with the busy road out the front but there was no need as a) all the living is out the back and b) it was so much quieter inside than I'd expected.
The reception I received was brilliant - clear instructions to park out the front and unpack then move the car to the parking out the back but best was walking in to see House Rules clearly explaining everything and a bottle of red waiting, doz eggs and fresh milk and cold water in the fridge and a loaf of bread in the cupboard. A lovely touch and greatly appreciated.
Communication was amazing - Katie was so patient with me and my million questions - so generous with her responses and time - even though she was on holidays overseas!!
I had a ball and my (grown) kids did too - full Christmas dinner made in the great kitchen (super large oven) and so great to just hang - inside or out and I can't wait to go back. Kids are hoping this home will be the new family tradition!!
Thanks Katie - it really was an absolute pleasure to stay - I'll be back!!!