This is no ordinary place. (I hate to tell you how wonderful it is because I hope it will be available next time I want to stay!) It has the best of urban access, but with a feeling of being in a treehouse off the grid (not to worry, you'll have your wifi.) It isn't just charming, it is a well-thought out labor of love. Every square inch is useful and usable. It had everything we needed and then some.

My husband and I stayed here as a getaway while our house a half mile away was for sale, so we didn't need an intro to the neighborhood, but we enjoyed our brief chats with Brent. Sitting out on the mini-patio was a treat in warm weather and cozying up with the view into the trees as it cooled off were equally wonderful.

We walked to Fremont for wonderful meals at El Camino and at Revel. We were working, so the easy walk to the #5 bus downtown was a plus, but it would be great for travelers as well.

Oh yeah, he even has great coffee and breakfast fixings for you. (Please don't book this place up forever, though, because we really really need to return!)