my son and a friend returned from a weekend in Manchester staying with Teresa and family. Wow what can I say they were made to feel like part of the family and had a lovely time. Teresa was so helpful from recommending places to eat including driving them there. She told them all local bus stops and how to get places. Breakfast was fab and the room was lovely . Had never heard of homestay but was very impressed. Would highly recommend staying with Teresa and family. One more thing I feel as a parent letting teenagers travel by themselves, staying in a family envoironment made me feel feel easier about them going.