I and my two friends returned home a few days ago following a magical three night stay over the Easter bank holiday weekend with Jess and her family at 19 Charlotte Place. I spent three very happy years studying in Bristol and since I graduated in 2014 I have been looking for an opportunity to take my closest friends (from Manchester where I live) back to my favourite city to show them why I love it so much there. As an art historian I was drawn to the pictures and description on Jess's page and my goodness did this Airbnb exceed all expectations! Jess's whole family are very lovely and we felt so welcome. Charlotte Street is also in a perfect location: From the house we walked to Stokes Croft, Clifton, the University, city centre and even to the Tobacco Factory near Bedminster! Everywhere is accessible from here as long as you're prepared for Bristol's hills (an inevitability wherever you stay!). There were many things me and my friends wanted to do whilst in Bristol but felt so comfortable at Jess's that we actually spent a lot of time at the house enjoying the exquisite conservatory, having dinner together in the kitchen under the 'Giotto ceiling' and wonderful company of Jess's family and beautiful children. Jess was forever asking if there was anything else we needed but of course everything had been thought of and more, from heaters to endless variations of girlie teas and fresh wild flowers, homemade cookies and the essentials like towels and utensils. The house was quiet too which was lovely to enjoy for a peaceful moment, especially after a few nights out (namely at Thekla, aka. 'the club on a boat' and one night watching jazz another until the very early hours!). Jess was so happy for us to come back at any time and she was also a great help in recommending places to go. We stopped off in Stroud on the way home for example, something we never would have thought to do!
Moreover, for me, I could really tell Jess and family were passionate about Bristol just as I am. This is what drew me to the property in the first place. Even as someone who felt they 'knew' Bristol, I now have had a new and totally unique experience and made some lovely friends in Jess and family. I would love to stay with Jess again in her very special home on Charlotte Street, her home is a must if you have the opportunity!