Larry's place is close to public transit for trips (30-40 minutes) into the city and a few blocks from grocery stores and restaurants. After walking and standing all day long, it was a pleasure to come back to our spacious home away from home. Traveling with 5 is always a challenge, especially with teenage boys who want separate beds. Our boys had not only separate beds, but their own separate rooms! I loved the radiant heat -- so nice to not have the air blowing through the house! We stayed cozy and warm all night. The beds were comfortable.
The house is 3600 sf on an 1800 sf lot. It is built straight up and has lots of stairs. We welcomed walking the stairs to earn our desserts, but if a person has trouble with stairs, this might not be a great option.
We bought groceries at C-Town supermarket and ate breakfast before we left each morning. The kitchen is well-appointed with basic dishes and tools to prepare simple meals.
The morning light in the house, even on cloudy days, is stunning. There are wonderful skylights and light comes in from everywhere. The vibe of the house is soothing and safe.
One of our favorite places in the city was Dulce Vida on Lexington & 82nd. It is Colombian and offers lots of gluten free dishes.