We arrived for our 6 night stay at Stephanie's Guest House with instructions to enter the lockbox, gate, and guest house. We didn't have any other contact from Stephanie during our stay, which is ok with me. I enjoy my privacy. It was a bit of a process entering the gate the first time, but you get the hang of it quickly. A short walk down the breezeway and you're in your guest quarters.

We found the space to be very spacious, eclectic and nicely decorated. It very much feels as though you are staying with friends, which has its pros and cons, I must say. The kitchen had every gadget you could ever need and more, but the place is very "lived in." We aren't super picky, so this didn't bother us, but if you're expecting an immaculate hotel-like feel, you may appreciate knowing this detail in advance. The kitchen sink was broken, and some things (like drawers and dishes) were a tad bit dusty and dirty, there was a large crack in one of the main windows, soap scum on the shower heads, etc... but again, for us, a non-issue.

We felt comfortable in the space and much appreciated the Wifi, Hulu, and Netflix access. The bed was comfortable, and my husband loved the various shower heads. We also loved having the washer and dryer because we had come from Joshua Tree National Park and we were quite dirty from our outdoor adventures. I did attempt to use the sauna once, but it didn't seem to be working. I didn't seek help from the hosts because it was my only opportunity. Maybe I was doing something wrong? We also took one quick dip in the pool but is was extremely cold at the time.

The guest house is just 15-20 mins from The Stripe. It wasn't a bad drive, though traffic could get thick certain times of day. We also found the location gave us quick access to Red Rock Canyon and Downtown/Old Vegas. The neighborhood felt safe. I took a few runs throughout the week and saw very few people out and about.

I'd recommend Stephanie's guest house for a comfortable off-the-strip stay in Las Vegas.