Darren has a beautiful home(townhouse?) and it is indeed sparkling clean. There were coffee shops/breakfast spots/dispensaries/breweries/ and much morw within walking distance..and scooters through Uber/Bird/lime are a big thing in Colorado as well (Something I'm seeing outside of NY) that can get you where you need to go if you're not trying to walk for under $5.
Rosenbergs had great bagel sandwhiches both for savory and sweet cravings. Coffee at the point actually had one of the best bacon egg and cheese sandwhiches I've ever eaten (though colorado prices for these sandwhiches are a bit high. $8 for a bacon egg and cheese? Yes I paid! But that was a personal choice). Birdcall was pretty good too and was a chill outdoors fast food place. The food looks like it was made with care though.
I also met Chris who is Darren's brother who helps him run the Airbnb. He was great at suggesting places to go,answering all my questions, and even responding to any requests I needed.
There was a nice big TV in the basement and a comfortable couch to plop on and relax as you try to take it easy your first day ( smart move if you're from a low altitude state) . Bed sheets were cozy and pillows were comfortable. The bedroom also did have plenty of closet space as well as blackout shades. The temperature of the house was pretty cool too so maybe wear a sweater if you run on the colder side or just ask Darren to turn it down/up. communicating with him was very simple!
The Bathroom was fully stocked with everything you need except for some obvious toiletries like toothpaste and lotion but that only makes sense to me.Fresh clean towels,touch sensor flush toilet. Overall a cool clean space.
I spent my entire visit either downstairs or out and about in the city or the mountains. Talk to locals or talk to cab drivers to get a good idea where to eat and what times are best to do things they really did know their stuff.Also maybe go explore the neighborhood yourself. You are staying down the street in a neighborhood with alot of history.
Would stay here again when I return to Colorado. Thanks Darren!
P.S. some of the previous guest might leave some gifts behind and thats always pretty cool. Hopefully this randomly structured review helps you appreciate Darren's place as well as what to do during your stay!