Looking for a safe, comfortable, adorable place to stay, away from the noise of the city and half the price of a hotel room downtown, but within walking distance to grocery, restaurants, farmers market, and amazing bakery (my new favorite place - too bad I do not live there) and public transit (can be downtown or to airport in less than 20 minutes for $2.75)? Well, then you have found the right place! I feel so lucky that I came across Elyse and Earl's charming guesthouse on Airbnb. I felt safe staying in this area alone. The guesthouse is tucked behind Elyse and Earl's house, but provides total privacy. The space is as advertised - clean, small but totally livable, updated, great design and amenities. Columbia city has so much to offer that you wouldn't even have to go downtown - PCC Community Market (grocery store with cafe, salad bar, fresh made foods), farmer's market on Wednesdays (sadly this is not year round), Columbia City Bakery (I practically lived at this place during my stay), and some great restaurants and cafes (Starbucks, of course, and I ate dinner at Columbia City Ale house - casual dining, food was delicious). Because I was in town for a conference downtown, I took the Link light rail into the city every morning. The Columbia City stop is steps away from the Airbnb, which also provides easy and cheap access to airport. A few times I stayed late in the city and took an Uber/Lyft back, and it was less than $15. Elyse and Earl are very quick to respond to any questions or concerns, although I honestly did not have any concerns. I cannot recommend this place enough! If you are in Seattle, stay here. You won't be disappointed.