This place has some good points and some bad points. Unfortunately the bad points for us outweighed the good, but it really depends on what type of person you are. If you are open to daily spontaneous visits from the duplex owners and the renters in the front unit, and you don't mind some noise, then go for it.

This unit is billed as having a "private backyard". My husband and I tried to enjoy some peace in this private backyard many times, but the owner came over to water her garden DAILY which is located at your front door and in your "private backyard". It's invasive. Then, the owner's dad popped by to drop off a bike. Also, every time the front unit tenants need to go to their car they pass by your front door and private backyard (this would not be a big deal if the other visits didn't occur).

If you don't mind noise, then again, this place could be your perfect spot. When you are in bed and someone in the front unit takes a shower, be prepared to be awakened from a sound sleep because you hear the shower door slam and the water running as if it were right in your bedroom. We turned up the air-purifier and solved the problem, but the first night was horrible because the tenants in the front unit were all showering at midnight.

To add insult to injury, the day we arrived, the unit was being treated for termites and also the following day..for hours! They were under the house banging around and in the backyard. It was maddening for people looking for a peaceful week! Why didn't the owner wait and have this work done when the unit was empty?

The owner was very, very nice and very helpful, so I feel a little bad saying this stuff. But I do feel other renters should know what they are getting into because the listing isn't accurate.

I must add, that my husband and I were not the typical guests. We were not on vacation, out and about all day like many visitors will be, so we were particularly sensitive to the daily visits. I think if you're going to charge $160-$200 a night, the very least the owner could do is water at a specific time each day.

Pros: Nice neighborhood. Quiet tree-lined street. Close to Whole Foods and restaurants. Unit is clean. Nice size for 2 people. Updated bathroom. 2 big TVs.

Cons: Compromised privacy: daily visits from owners. Private backyard, not completely private. Incredibly soft bed, if that's your preference, you're in luck! Cheap sheets. Termite treatment on 2 days of my week long stay, not ideal.