Everything was perfect. This is an amazing house in a great neighborhood with very special hosts. Christina and Jack are friendly and welcoming, and make you feel like family. The vibe is like a traditional BnB where you are surrounded by beautiful antique furnishings, and have all the thoughtful touches like turn down service. There's also breakfast, served specifically to your liking at a time arranged in advance for your schedule. That's awesome.
The house has been updated and refinished with care, retaining charming details like wood floors with inlays, stained glass, and all the period architectural details. Yet everything is fresh and clean and all the fixtures are new. The exterior paint finish is immaculate and the views from the house are gorgeous.
The bed was super comfortable and the blankets were perfect. I actually slept better than I do at home. The walls are very solid so I didn't hear anyone else even though there were others in the house. I worked from my room early in the morning and late at night, including joining video conferences from my laptop. Internet was super fast.
Christina invited me to a social hour in her kitchen with fruit and cheese, mocktails, wine, tea, the works. She's got great stories and is a fabulous listener. I love my new friend! My arriving flight got in very late and Christina arranged to come open the door and greet me well past everyone's bedtime. That kind of attention was there throughout my stay.
Christina is that cool person who you instantly like. She's running a great Airbnb, the house and art are beautiful, she doesn't miss any detail, and she's struck the elusive hospitality balance between anticipating your needs and being there for a fun chat, and then going about her life while you get on with yours.
I woke up in a little haven, being cared for by kind and thoughtful innkeepers. They don't have to be so nice, but they are, and it's a great way to be. Add the bed comfort, the cleanliness, and the beautiful house and I didn't want to leave. Thank you so much, Christina and Jack.
I'll be back. Can't wait to visit again!