You might not believe the description, but if anything, it is understated. The main floor area is spacious, and loaded with period details that seem to be original to the house--leaded bowed windows flanking the fireplace in the living room with carved oak mantle and built in bookcases--just one example of many. The downstairs was very different, but equally stylish (quite modern). The entire apartment was spotless and well-appointed. Truly one of our best AirBNB stays, and we've done a lot.