This was hands-down one of the best places I've ever stayed on vacation. Stephen & E. Patrick were very responsive to questions and provided various suggestions that might make our visit more enjoyable. More important to me -- they fully decked out the house so it felt lived in and comfortable, which showed a level of trust and consideration for guests that isn't always easy to find.
Their house is beautifully decorated in every room. No hyper-minimalism or mismatched collection of Walmart specials. And the furniture is comfortable - not just for looks but also not worn out so you can sit anywhere in the townhouse and relax. We had a group of 6 and there was nowhere in the home that we couldn't all hang out together. Even the outdoor furniture provides multiple options and plenty of seats.
The kitchen is also well appointed. From various seasonings and a stocked coffee/tea nook to a solid collection of basics (thank you for the butter!!) & condiments -- it was great to not have to buy or bring common items that you only needed a teaspoon of. There are plenty of plates, glasses and silverware to eat multiple meals before having to run the dishwasher. The cabinets are also stocked full of pots, pans, serving platters, utensils - you name it. Being able to cook meals together as a family like we would at home meant a great deal to us and I was very grateful that our hosts trusted us enough to provide us full access to such a well-rounded kitchen (which I know is a big investment).
The layout is fantastic. 1st floor master with a large en-suite, 2 rooms upstairs that share a bathroom and 1 room downstairs with a full bath (which basically becomes your own little apartment). We were able to put 1 couple on each floor so we had plenty of privacy. There are also common areas on every floor so there's no lack of places to sit and socialize or play games. And if you prefer fresh air there's a huge porch in the front with a swing and 2 decks in the back - 1 off the kitchen with a grill and 1 walk-out from the downstairs level that also walks out to the backyard firepit.
The location was also great. Just a few blocks away from South Slope so you're only 5 minutes away from plenty of food, drinks and entertainment but you're also at the back of a neighborhood so it's quiet and peaceful. The neighborhood is also only 2 turns away from primary highways so if you're traveling out to the mountains for a hike or headed down to Sierra Nevada or over to Biltmore the directions are super easy.
We will absolutely be back!