I had a wonderful 6 day stay at Alan's garden apartment early in June. The apartment was spotlessly clean and very welcoming, with plenty of everything a traveler likes and needs:
-easy check-in & check out; Alan and Anne were there at check in with keys, details, and a friendly welcome; Alan was very helpful with my bags and with making sure I got a car when I left
-lots of fresh, clean towels
-plenty of fresh, clean extra bedding
-very comfy bed and, in the living room, comfortable recliner & sofa
-plenty of hot water/good water pressure
-lots of silverware, utensils, pots & pans in the kitchen (but also lots of markets, restaurants, coffee shops nearby)
-lots of closet/drawer space
-washer and dryer!!
-excellent WiFi (fast & never went out)
-charming architectural details (with completely modern bathroom, kitchen, etc.)
-as a "garden apt." it is not streaming with light at all hours, but there are big windows that let in light if you want it and that have effective blinds if you don't
-a lovely, quiet back yard (accessible right from the apt.) with trees, flowers, table & chairs
-safe and secure (good locks, secure doors and windows)
Alan is a great host: initial communications were very quick and friendly, and he was always and easily available. He and his family live right upstairs, so Alan is there if you need anything but you also have complete privacy. The neighborhood could not be more convenient--the street is residential (and quiet) but a few short blocks in several directions to markets, restaurants, coffee shops, and the subway. I have stayed in the general neighborhood (as a single woman) several times and it is safe (including into reasonable hours of the night), easy to walk, and easy to navigate.If you want a clean, low-key, well-located place (with a washer and dryer! and a yard!) at a reasonable price for the area and for all it offers, with a friendly host who is easily available but respects your privacy, this is it! Thanks for everything, Alan--I hope to stay again.