This review starts with 5 stars. Initially I was thinking to give 3 stars. After some thought I changed to 4 stars. The accommodation rates a little better than OK. The main reason for a downgrade from 5 stars is because the room was not heated during the coldest month of the year. This made for an uncomfortable stay much of the time. A second, less dramatic, issue with the room was the bathroom situation. Sharing with the host family was awkward. Mainly due to the fact that there was no thought given to where a guest could put anything. I would suggest a cabinet or shelf be installed for guests to put their toiletries.
Positives are 1) the very welcoming and pleasant nature of the host family. 2) location. It is very handy to all that Newtown has to offer. Including an easy walk to the train station, which allows access to all of Sydney. 3) The bed itself is very comfortable.
If I was asked if I would stay there again, the answer is not unless there was a heater in the room and bathroom facilities were improved.
All in all 3 1/2 stars.