We had a great time! Marlene is a wonderful host!

Some comments from my group:

Hospitality - the best we've had yet! She was really nice & added some nice touches to the place like handwritten notes/memos. She also provided some beer & water, which was thoughtful. What we like is her flexibility, very welcoming and friendly. She even provided a second set of keys for our large group.

Space - Incredibly spacious, enough for large groups and adults. Updated bathroom and kitchen a plus. Additional toilet room was great! Very clean to be a basement. TV and speakers were provided. Because there was no AC, fans were provided. Windows can be open, but some didn't have a screen, so we were afraid small animals and other insects may come in. It was stuffy at times. Because it's in the basement, the windows are barred.

Decor - The yard is beautiful with vegetable, herb and floral garden along with a swing and a bomb fire area. The interior art choice was very interesting for guests, a bit different and weird for their implications. We would have preferred something inviting & homey to something edgy, dark, & creepy given the large space. We understand art, but when you go to a place, especially when u are planning to spend a couple of nights there, you want it as comfy and welcoming as the host. Unfortunately we all were bit creeped out by some of the art and especially by the coffin demo in the living area. But since we were a large group, we forgot about it and had a great time.

Location - The location was great right off the station and the drive to downtown wasn't long. For the type of area it was in the space wasn't bad. It was close to the train - just 2 blocks away and 1 block away from Garfield Observatory.

Overall experience - Marlene and the space is great! Just not to fond of the dark art.