Kristen and Hadley's space was a quiet oasis for my family after we had to make an unexpected, last-minute cross-country trip to Denver. Kristen responded right away to our questions and requests and even found a baby gate to block access to the stairs for our one year old. And they were quite understanding when a certain baby cried and had a loud meltdown the first evening, after an eight-hour drive. (Can you blame the baby?)
We were greated with a clean and comfortable space, as well as coffee and granola bars. The kitchen is well stocked with whatever tools you need to prepare and serve homecooked meals, as well as the basic oils, spices, and coffee. The bedrooms were quite comfortable, and my husband and I appreciated that there were different types of pillows; he's a stomach sleeper, and I'm a side sleeper, and we were both happy.
We had access to a high chair, a clean portable crib, and a baby gate. It was a million times better than a hotel room! And the space didn't really need major baby proofing; we just moved some heavy decorative items from kiddo's reach and were all set. If you are traveling with a toddler who likes to open doors, just keep in mind that the doors have handles, not knobs.
One safety consideration is that the shower floor was rather slick--fine for adults, but kiddo struggled and slipped around. The water is very hot, and there is great water pressure, so I was thrilled. But don't hop in the shower before checking the temperature! There are more than enough plush towels supplied, but I found myself wishing for just one more towel bar or hook. Pantene shampoo, conditioner, and body wash are kindly provided.
My husband had to work while we traveled, and the Internet connection was fast and reliable. He was quite relieved. If you're a big TV watcher, you might wish there were more channels available, but we weren't in Denver to watch television.
I was concerned about the temperature because there isn't air conditioning and I'm always too hot. But the space was cool, even when the temperature was in the upper 80s. They provide plush heavy blankets for when it's cold.
The home was quiet. We rarely heard footsteps from above, and they must have the world's quietest dog, as we never heard barking. The whole neighborhood was quiet, and it was perfect for a family with small kids.
If you have any accessibility concerns, please keep in mind that there are two steps up to the main entrance and another eight or so steps down into the space.
The place is located across the street from a large park. It's a five-minute walk to the playground--or ten million minutes if you're corralling a toddler. The home is close to so many restaurants and attractions. If you're traveling with littles, check out Hudson Gardens, which is about a 15 minutes' drive away.
Overall, we were delighted with the charming space and the generosity of our hosts. If you are looking for a city stay in a quiet neighborhood, you will be happy here.