This is on a quiet street and walking distance to some really good restaurants that we really enjoyed and a grocery store that we needed. It is on the lower level so you do hear some noise from upstairs (people walking mostly). There is a full sized washer and dryer on this level and we were surprised when someone else staying on an upper level came through without speaking. A cultural difference I guess. The kitchen is fully equipped and nice to have. We were very pleased and had no surprises.