The apartment is spacious and airy despite being in the basement. The porch is a nice amenity. I asked for and immediately received a few cooking utensils, but there are plenty of pots and dishes for 4 people. I cooked for the three weeks I was there comfortably. Lauryl advised me before hand about children upstairs. They were fine on all but one night when it went a little late. But it was 1 night out of 3 weeks so not an issue. And, tho I didn't use them there are backround noise machines in the bedrooms and ear plugs as well. The neighborhood is quiet and it is just a 5 - 7 minute drive to downtown Asheville.