Jeff was accommodating for early check in even though we didn't end up arriving early as well as accommodating our one hour later check out request. The house is a duplex style and this review is for the upstairs. It is nicely decorated and the pictures are a true reflection of the property. We already knew we wanted to stay in this neighborhood as we have visited SD several times. This house is more accurately described on the border of hillcrest and university heights. It is super convenient to both areas- including shops, restaurants, bars, coffee shops, and grocery. Great parking right out the front door. The "apartment" is clean and Jeff was nice enough to leave chocolates and wine awaiting our arrival. Not having to worry with carrying keys for the entire visit was very convenient. His guidebook is spot on to some great places to check out which was a very nice touch.
Unfortunately one of the prettiest attributes of this house - hardwood floors- is also it's biggest downfall. My husband and I were apparently complained on for "loud footsteps and conversation" during our stay. We literally rolled out of bed, put tennis shoes on, and left for a walk/coffee early one morning and were complained on. We can't control sound travel. We can't control the entire staircase is hardwood flooring. We can't control the front door sticks and makes noise when opening. To get complained on for barely what I would even consider normal daily activity set the tone for the remainder of our stay. We only showered and slept here anyway the entire visit. We are not ones to sit inside on our vacation so this was shocking to be informed of a complaint. Jeff was nice enough in his approach on the matter and I respect he had to investigate its validity but I will never stay here again because of feeling like I had to tiptoe around the place that I spent my hard earned money on too. Again, I want to emphasize this was not Jeff's fault but something you need to be aware of as a guest in this home.
Another con as a woman that does makeup and hair -there was not much quality lighting and space for this. This is a minor detail but something women typically want to know.