Irene and our stay were wonderful - it was exactly what we expected. Irene provided detailed instructions on how to get to there from the airport using public transportation, checked to make sure we made it, and checked on us after a day or so. We traveled with our 1 year old son and this place was great. Other than our curious little guy wanting to open every cabinet and drawer it was very toddler friendly. Irene was also kind enough to let us use her stroller and it was a life saver (we didn't get a car). There seemed to always be a train going by across the rivervbut we got used to the squeaky brakes and didn't notice it much after a bit. Being right on the water made up for it. Nothing but great feedback here - will definitely recommend to friends.