My room was very quaint, cozy and clean. It had a small refrigerator and lavatory which were a nice surprise. A microwave and a water dispenser were accessible in the hallway of the second floor.
I was wary prior to my stay about having a communal bathrooms but this was a non-issue. The bathrooms were spotless and they were always available when I needed them.
According to the manager the building was originally built as a boarding home. It is a three story building with a basement. There are approximately 18 rooms and they are rented to both long term residents and AirBnB guests. I met male residents who are older, polite and quiet.
The best way to describe this type of accommodation is a historic, quaint hostel that any mature, rule abiding person can enjoy.
What I loved most about this place is it’s location and understated exterior. I have passed this building many times over the last 15 years and never knew what life existed behind the tall trees! It is next to the French Broad Food Co-Op with easy access to groceries and excellent coffee. Restaurants, Double D’s Coffee and galleries are within a few steps as is the movie theater.
Everything about the premises was as advertised. I thoroughly enjoyed having this as my base to explore the city by foot.