We stayed for approximately 9 days at Modern Urban Retreat, and every day was wonderful! The space is extremely private, but Kay Marie is there for you should you need anything (for example, my wife didn't know how to plug the old claw foot tub, so she text Kay Marie (and it wasn't early) and got an answer back immediately). If you're looking to be more independent, you will not be bothered by your hosts. The space itself is absolutely perfect, well organized, well-stocked, comfortable, cozy and very pretty. The back patio was perfect to enjoy a morning coffee or an evening glass of wine. Even though we are usually the run-around type on our vacation, we just had to take a couple of days and simply relax in this space. It truly is a Modern Urban Retreat. The location is superb - close to many amenities and great restaurants, and near Lake Merritt which has a multitude of bird species in the area, and park space which the community obviously relishes in, especially on the weekend. Speaking of the weekend, make sure you head down to the Farmers Market near the lake as early in your vacation as possible and stock up and enjoy! And if you have time to catch a movie at the Grand Lake Theatre, do so ... or at least go in ... it's stunning! We were very sad to leave, but we sure hope you will take the time to go and enjoy ... and relax ... and have fun ....