I have had my own house before, although we rented a lot in the past twenty years.
I love this house, more than any I ever had or rented before. Its not just that its mine. Its a great location, really well cared for so we could almost start just decorating right away without making tons of touch ups and repairs, and its secluded, which I like. Literally in the morning I take my dogs outside in back wearing my pj's and robe. There are three other homes on the block, but the way the yards and homes are, we dont really see each others yards...hard to explain. Its a cul de sac.
We inherited their pool table and I look forward to having pool loving friends over. Its a great pool table.
I love having coffee and looking out the deck doors to see the birds at the feeder.
Our yard has a six foot locked fence and the dogs can run free. It would be hard for anyone to get in.
We also put in a very good security system because we will be traveling.
I feel safe and cozy and happy in my house. Its very homey.
Again thanks for asking 