The house definitely has character. After the initial mid-century charm wears off, the dated fixtures and arrangement (you need to go through the bedroom to get to the bathroom) become a bit of a drag. A few items were in need of repair (namely the thermostat, which unfortunately also was mid-century vintage and extremely finicky).
The bed was very comfortable and we felt safe and secure staying there, so this was not a total disaster or anything. The hosts were very responsive to messages during check-in/out; hopefully they can spend some time doing a few basic improvements and really elevate this property for future guests.