This was my third, autumn, week-long stay with Russell and Douglas since 2020. They're splendid hosts and wonderful people (see my review in October 2020.) This time I enjoyed, variously, chats and drinks with them and their next-door neighbor; talking to my fellow (Brasilian) guest across the hall who was in town on a work assignment; and watching football and a film with them. Had I wanted to keep to myself, they would have given me ample space. The neighborhood is warm, welcoming, and beautiful; the house is immaculate and comfortable; the kitchen where I prepare my meals is state-of-the-art; their two dogs are friendly, mellow and cuddly; and the deck is spacious and so inviting that I wore a sweatshirt, coat and gloves early one cold morning just to sit out there and drink my coffee.
I was out one evening with old friends for dinner. Afterward, one offered me a ride back to the house. I told him I'd walk "home" as it was a pleasant evening. He looked at me strangely for using that term "home." That, however, is exactly how it feels when I stay there. Six stars out of five.