I had a wonderful stay at James' place. My room was quiet and cool, I was able to cook up many of my meals, and places like Safeway and Starbucks were just a short walk away. James was very kind and accommodating and even offered me tips for traveling abroad and what I could do with my degree in the future. The house may need a good cleaning to get rid of some dust, but that doesn't hinder it from feeling like a home away from home.
There's a quiet park just a short walk from the house, so if you're looking to enjoy a quiet evening out in the area, that park would be a nice place to go.
Just FYI, if you're to stay here or anywhere else in Saratoga, it helps if you have a car. The 53 bus only runs until 6pm, and the 57 bus is a long long walk away.