I haven't stayed at an airbnb IN someone's home before. We've stayed at lots of airbnb's where the space was separate from the house (a cottage in the back yard for instance) and I wasn't sure what to expect as far as privacy and not feeling like we were intruding on someone's home space...
but ...
Pete and Cathy's beautiful space in their home was absolutely perfect for us and we never felt like we were intruding. We felt very welcome.
Pete is full of stories and helpful information, and super friendly. We met Cathy briefly. And we *loved* Dutchie, their little boxer (such a cutie, so friendly too) and all the birds in the garden. It's a calm oasis in the middle of a city.
The bed was very comfy; the room bright and colorful; everything was clean and comfortable. There is a private door to the garden and windows that actually open (important for me) ... lots of privacy if you want it. The garden is glorious! And Pete makes incredibly delicious lemon zucchini bread and some other kind of yummy dark gingery bread to go with the coffee in the morning.
It's more than any airbnb I've stayed at. It's a tranquil, refreshing experience. We will definitely stay at Pete's sunny oasis again and again. Thank you so much, Pete and Cathy!
oh, btw, Dutchie left her toy just outside our door the night before we left. That was a sweet goodbye. Thanks Dutchie.