My fiancé and I came to explore Seattle but wanted to stay away from the hustle and bustle of the city. Marti's place is perfect! It's about 12-15 minutes from downtown Seattle, in neighboring suburb with a "small town" vibe. Marti went out of her way to meet us upon arrival, despite the late arrival (after midnight) and provided treats throughout our stay. Marti made sure we felt right at home and was able to provide recommendations on places to visit and eat. It is clear Marti hosts because she enjoys to share her space and help to improve visitors stay. The only downside is that it is in her basement so there are occasional water/pipe noises but this did not effect our stay. We would recommend Marti's garden to anyone visiting the Seattle area.