Hosts and guests were matched up by Airbnb, a firm based in San Francisco.

I think he'll be good with the guests at the front desk.

The curtains were never drawn, even at night, so guests got a view of the lake and fountains outside which were lit up at night – a very attractive sight

As you can see, ladies and gentlemen, the guests were seated very informally around this oval table, which would add to the relaxed atmosphere.