As a person with mobility issues, there was a question of steps to access the studio apartment at the rear of the property. The host kindly photographed the steps from various angles and sent them to me in order to confirm that I could use them. Even though there is no handrail, I was able to use the fencing on the high side to negotiate the ascent and descent (the difficult one!).
We found the address very easily and settled in before our hosts arrived home. All was in order and the studio accommodation exactly as described. The fridge was stocked with everything we could possibly have desired.
On her arrival home, the host knocked on our door to introduce herself and check that all was well.
Due to each other's busy weekend commitments, the hosts and guests didn't have much opportunity to interact. This was not an issue. In fact, we needed a little R & R and were happy to keep to ourselves.
The bed was very comfortable and beautifully presented. The bathroom was well laid out and elegant, with thick and thirsty towels. We especially appreciated the luggage rack for our trolley bags and the coat/skirt hangers. There was ample drawer space available had we been staying longer.
Had it been any warmer, we might have felt the need for cooling or air-conditioning which is not available. The open windows provided enough cross-ventilation for the temperature.
All in all, we enjoyed our visit to Hunters Hill and explored the area by day and evening. There is an endless number of restaurants within a short drive (1-3 km) offering a wide range of cuisines.
Parking was easy - on-street, but right in front of the house. Access is down a sloping driveway before the stairs up to the studio.
The residence was originally built around 1868 and has been sensitively restored and extended. It stands out on in an already lovely street-scape.
We didn't have the time to make use of the swimming pool. It looks very inviting.
A well-organised hideaway in a beautiful setting.