Ally's place is, as others have noted, just wonderful! It is immaculate, incredibly quiet, and exceedingly comfortable. Ally has done an outstanding job of making you feel immediately welcome, with many special touches. Ally is also very considerate in providing many essentials. This is particularly important as it is several blocks to a convenience/drugstore/market, and she knows this, and has taken it in consideration. I have stayed in other walk-ups in the area before, and these stairs are carpeted, and very easy to climb compared to other buildings in the area. Overall I had a fantastic (solo) stay, and would recommend this to anyone looking for a quiet, peaceful retreat in a bustling city (my hometown).