Our stay at Petrula's place was absolutely delightful!! The whole setting is lovely, but once you walk in from the tree-lined boulevard, the apartment and backyard truly become a peaceful sanctuary. The apartment has vaulted ceilings and skylights, so it was airy and bright, with book shelves on every wall. Browsing the beautifully arranged titles was an activity in itself, a rich library with subjects ranging from travel to art to philosophy. We cooked full breakfasts in the adorable, well-stocked kitchen each morning, and enjoyed them at a table on the deck under an umbrella. We lounged in the backyard sun on a blanket during the day, gazing up at the trees and admiring the variety of plants. In the evening, we barbecued on the charcoal grill, and when we realized we needed a dessert- walked the short distance to the Trader Joe's. Other than that cheesecake, everything we needed seemed to be provided- Petrula made sure there was coffee, and when I mentioned we thought about using the grill, she provided charcoal, chimney starter supplies, and a lamp to see by. There was fresh fruit on the counter, as well as unopened butter, jam, and a carton of half and half in the fridge. The thoughtful details were as if visiting a dear friend's house, and the brief (safely distanced) meeting with our host made us feel completely welcomed into the space.
Other reviews have said Petrula's place was one of the best Airbnb experiences they'd had, and honestly, we agree!