Patricia's place was a world apart. The room was lovely and serene. Having a balcony with a view of the fireworks and a chair to sit in and take in San Diego is kind of unbeatable. There was a TV with a chrome stick which let me catch up on all my shows when I was exhausted at the end of the day. Mattress was very comfortable and I slept really well.
There are two sweet cats that share the space and much to my surprise, although I am always HIGHLY allergic, I didn't have to take a single allergy pill and was able to pet them without any issues, which is a first for me. They are also both potty-trained!
Patricia is a gracious and experienced host. She always had a suggestion for me in terms of where to go and would help me research. She's very respectful of time and privacy while also being totally up for conversation. Equipped with a world of knowledge - cultural, political, you name it - she truly made this stay one for the books.