My stay with Scott and Julie made for a fantastic summer in Pasadena. I came for a three-month research trip at a local library, and finding comfortable accommodations for a time frame somewhere between short- and long-term can be tricky. Scott and Julie were a great help navigating the space between a relaxing getaway and the comforts of home. Their apartment was well-equipped to help me exercise my love of home-cooked meals, my need for private study, and hopes for a relaxing summer. The kitchen and bedroom were neatly decorated and made being indoors comfortable, but they also generously shared their beautiful back yard area where I could add a daily swim to my plans and host intimate gatherings with friends in the area. Julie and Scott were a lively and energetic pair of hosts whose good humor and generosity infused the whole stay for me. I’ll certainly check with them first for my next trip to Pasadena – thanks so much for a wonderful stay!!