Loved it all. Great location. Great space. Great host.
Location - I needed a place where I could get to the city easily for work (8 mins walk to Bondi Junction with all the buses and trains), catch up with friends nearby which I like to do with walks (Queens and Centennial parks 2 mins walk away) and swims (Bronte 30 mins walk or 7 mins drive - when I'm lazier) in the morning, cafes and restaurants (Paddington, Surry Hills, Bondi all super close) and it was easy to find all day parking near Penny's place.
Space - Everything from the approach, the entry, the stairs, the beams, the bedroom, bathroom, the natural light, the inside/outside spot for morning coffee, plants, artworks, reading spots, desk, lighting, fold out table, hidden laundry - it was all a lovely unfolding surprise. It's so well designed (as a designer I'm likely a hard marker :-) and a complete pleasure to be in the space.
It felt so calm and private - I got more work done than I expected.
The kitchen has everything you need and I liked that there was some basics in the cupboards like tea, coffee, olive oil, a few spices and a coffee pot.
Penny was a great host, easy communication and fast responses. I know she lives next door but totally felt like I was in my own beautiful paradise. Oh and the bed was super comfy too.
Highly recommend, you'll love it.