Laura and her family were great - very communicative and provided local tips for our stay in and around the area. The house is located in a neighborhood that had a lot to offer (including a nearby Salt N Straw!). And it's an easy 5-10 minute walk to the train that takes you downtown. The room was clean and cozy. It is separated from the family's living room by a curtain so you'll hear background noise (i.e. from the living room tv, family talking, etc.), which may be challenging if you're a light and early sleeper. You can also hear the natural creaking of the house when someone upstairs is getting ready to leave in the morning, but this didn't bother us as we were up early.