Excellent place to stay. Almost every tourist attraction you can think of is nearby. The disadvantages included limited street parking in front of the high school, a squeaky bed frame, poor soundproofing, and no wall hook for clothes in the bathroom. I was also concerned about street parking, particularly parking in front of the house, because the street is very condensed, tight, and busy in the morning due to the school. Cars are very prone to get hit, but I was lucky to not have any damage. However, we were fortunate to have a top front room where you have the view of the school, street, and the downtown buildings in the distance, which compensated for our shortcomings. Overall, it was a positive experience, and I had a great time walking around the neighborhood. Nearby restaurants and fast food joints include Dick's Drive-In and Un-Bien. The nearby coffee shop (Rossellini's) was ideal for grabbing a quick cup of coffee. Driving to downtown, where most of the attractions, such as Pike's Place Market and the Space Needle, were about 10-15 minutes away from the house which is close. The host is active and helpful. The guide pdf that was provided was also useful, as it contained a lot of information about the Ballard neighborhood.