Hosts like Rachel (and Danno, who, sadly, I did not meet) are the biggest reason why I LOVE Airbnb. Rachel's house was perfect - I had my own private space (including a bathroom) but with an amazing host who was able to give me awesome local advice. Rachel was super flexible with check in time, as I was coming down from the mountains. The room was perfectly cleaned and readied for me. She even left me tea and ramen, as I told her I was feeling a bit under the weather. In the evenings, after work, I would often hang out with Rachel and her friends on the back patio enjoying the warm Denver nights. Rachel never made me feel like a guest, but like a friend. Work has me in Denver often, and I will not hesitate to stay with Rachel again. And even if she does not have availability for my dates, I plan on staying in touch and hanging out with Rachel during my time in Denver. I stayed at her lovely home, but left Denver with a new friend. Airbnb perfection!