Angie is a super host! I was traveling for business, and she went way above and beyond to help me have a productive trip, from seeking out lost packages, right down to knowing which FEDEX office has a free parking lot in downtown! She made us feel welcome, and provided recommendations about great local food, shopping, and oh boy, the music (what to enjoy and avoid from a local perspective). Angie is a gem who really knows hospitality, stopping by to be sure that we had coffee, clean towels, and to ensure we were comfortable and happy. What a gem!

The Retro is a great, funky space - just a short drive to downtown, Opryland, the airport, and loads of other locations. The home is super-clean, bright and cozy, and chock full of amazing displays of cool artifacts, art, music (even a turntable to play the collection of vinyl albums!) The three bedrooms had comfy beds with vintage linens, plenty of closet space, and quiet...no busy road/airport! We enjoyed cooking in the full kitchen and chilling in the living room watching TV (satellite) and appreciating the art in the evenings. The place has games, and books to enjoy too - everywhere you look there's something else to appreciate and enjoy. The central heat kept us warm during the chilly nights, and the windows look out over a lovely yard (even in winter). There was safe, off-street parking for the rental car, and the neighborhood is great - charming houses with big yards.

I can't wait to return to Nashville and The Retro when I can take advantage of Angie's encyclopedic knowledge of the music scene, and explore more of hip East Nashville.