What other stories involve a place of residency, where the owner

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What other stories involve a place of residency, where the owner allows strangers to come in and treat it as like a sanctuary?

I'm talking specifically of a concept where the owner of said residency is a big shot in their field, but they allow people who are lost or disenfranchised to stay there for any period of time until they feel ready to face the world again.

It's a very appealing idea, something I hope I'd do if I were in any position of power. Anyone can come in, help themselves to food, bedding and bathing facilities, as long as they respect me, the property and the other guests.