Where to start! For those who don't get a clear impression of the layout, here it is: you have a locking door to the back of Franco's pasta kitchen where they make sauce for retail sales and also run a gnocchi stand. However you also have a private outdoor entrance to the rear courtyard of the building. He doesn't care if you access the suite through the kitchen or the rear door, though the door through the kitchen is quite narrow. The suite is a studio and it's stylish, comfortable, functional, clean and equipped with everything you need. The bed is very comfortable and the entire place is spic and span.
Oh, did I mention Franco gives you FREE gnocchi from his stand when they are open!? Basil tomato sauce, gnocchi, parmesan and chili flakes; and, Oh, M, G, is it delicious. And did I mention Franco is the most kind and hospitable host you are likely to encounter? He is.
But wait, that's not all. He let us park our car in front of Fairmont bagel shop next door, where he has a great relationship with the parking enforcement official who does not ticket that spot in order to encourage people to stop and shop at the bagel and gnocchi store. So free parking all weekend.
Yes, the place smells like garlic in the morning. Yes, there will be a delivery truck pull up sometime in the morning, but those are the only two problems (if you think garlic is a problem). So, if you are thinking about staying here, DON'T hesitate.