We chose this unit for its central location and it is better than we hoped for. The unit is less than a block away from the MRT station, has a department store/supermarket across the street, a specialized coffee shop around the corner (its cappuccino was just perfect, the best we have had from many countries), various food vendors and restaurants all around, and a street market (in morning and evening only) 2 blocks away. Indeed there’s quick access to pretty much everything a visitor would need: from international ATM to laundry place.
The unit is spacious (about 1000 sq ft), with an open concept of living room and kitchen/eating area. It has sun light come in from both the East (front street side) and the West (the back street) that gives the unit this bright, warm, and airy feel. It has a comfortable bedroom, and a study. The bedroom faces the alley and it’s quite quiet at night. We loved the closed-in narrow balcony outside of the bedroom, the few plants there provides a bit of green while giving the bedroom some privacy. One can see the famous Taipei 101 from the balcony off the kitchen. The kitchen is modern and functional, well equipped for making the unit one’s home away from home.
The unit, being in a long established area in the middle of a big city, does have some street noise. It also has the occasional noise of chair scrapping the floor from the floor above. However, we quickly adapted to these noises that are part of the fun of living in a thriving, busy city.
The best part of the unit is the host, May. She is the shining example of the best of people in Taiwan: sincere, caring, kind, warm, and supportive. From the moment she greeted us, we can easily feel her genuine interest in connecting and helping people. Her knowledge of the world and life experiences in Europe and North America quickly turned easy conversations between host and guests into long, heartfelt talks between old friends (in spite of our language barrier). She is through and through a unique, interesting, and lovely person.
We enjoyed our stay at May’s place and most importantly, are thankful to make a wonderful friend through the engagement of this unit. We already booked a multi weeks stay in May’s place for early next year. A big Thank you to May for all her hospitality and help.