Sina's place was incredible in so many ways and on so many levels. The pictures are gorgeous and represent as best they can of what the place looks like, but doesn't do it justice. The house offers a unique blend of trendy, homey and swanky that all co-exists beautifully in the home. My husband and I have 4 boys (age 7-16) and each one of us enjoyed the house for several reasons. The living room couches were comfy enough for cuddling while the expansive flat screen offered a movie theater type of feel. The boys' rooms were comfortable enough for them so they had the personal space they needed, but not too large where they were scared to be alone in the room. Our master bedroom was magnificent as it had a wall of windows that allowed us to see the sun peeking over the mountains in the morning and had us watching the city lights twinkling in the distant night. Subtle touches were sprinkled throughout the house that created character such as the light pendant in the master made up of light bulbs with white feather wings which added a whimsical effect.
The backyard was UH-mazing. I can spell correctly and I know that I spelled amazing wrong, but I needed to add the dramatic effect. One would not describe me as a "nature person", but being out on the deck and other parts in the backyard gave such an appreciation of nature that I may now deem myself a "nature girl". The view was breathtaking from every space that I chose to relax in. The mountain terrain and silhouette was gorgeous along the backdrop of the city. It was peaceful in the entire backyard with the lemon and eucalyptus trees scenting the air. The pool was an absolute HIT with the boys. We went in March so the weather was fairly cool, but with the heated pool feeling like bathwater, the boys stayed in the pool all day and most of the evening getting out only to eat and Zoom for school for a couple of hours.
I could fangirl and write about this place for pages and pages, but I'll end with my gratitude for Sina "The Great". :) I've never spoken to her or met her outside if Airbnb messaging, but I'm confident that she's an amazing person. Being that we were splurging on renting the place, I needed to make sure that it was going to meet every need that my family of 6 had. It met every need MORE than we could have ever imagined. Sina was extremely responsive at all times of day and night. Throughout our visit, I would have a question or need and Sina would immediately respond. Prior to our visit, she sent all of the important and detailed information that I needed down to where the thermostat was located. I get nervous about checking in but it was simple, quick and easy- just like she wrote. Sina was the most gracious, thoughtful and helpful host imaginable. This house is worth every penny and I would rent it as many times as my bank account could afford! :)