You couldn’t ask for a better host. Maria is warm, funny and generous. If she offers you coffee, tea, wine or chocolate please accept- she loves that! The accommodations are great, almost like a private suite as the bedroom and bathroom are in a separate part of the house with a little ante room. The room is spacious and well appointed. It’s especially nice to be able to control your heat so the temperature can be adjusted just as you like it. There is plenty of space in the house where you can read and relax. As for the dog- she doesn’t bark much; just enough. Happy travels!