We chose Shire because of its proximity (10 Km) to the Enkhuizen Zuiderzee Museum, which preserves the cultural heritage and maritime history of this region of the Netherlands. Our Host was one of the friendliest individuals we have met on our trip, and is an excellent conversationalist. Our room, though not large, was adequate for two of us and had a VERY comfortable bed. The bathroom, though not en suite, was just ten feet away; the bedroom alongside ours was not occupied, so we had no "sharing" problems. The breakfast was good, and included eggs, cheese, meat, cereal, rolls and bread, coffee, tea, milk, and juice; we did NOT depart hungry. The property was easy to find and access, and parking was just in front of the building. The bedrooms must be accessed by way of a winding staircase, so this MAY be a limiting factor for older individuals (I am 68, so I can say "older"). Restaurants are "in the neighborhood", but will probably require driving to them.