Tara's place was the perfect spot for a month-long stay in Seattle. It's really close walking distance to all the cool stuff in Ballard, and only a block or two from a grocery store, cute cafes, bakeries, and an excellent restaurant (Rupee).
The whole apartment was well stocked with appliances. Basically everything I needed to feel really at home. It has great big windows, lots of light, and the area is pretty residential.
Tara was a lovely host and very responsive and helpful, especially when I accidentally locked myself out!
The only note for new travelers to Ballard: you might want to have a car. While the bus does run straight from outside the apartment to downtown, that's about it in terms of accessible transportation. Seattle isn't exactly the most walkable/public transportation friendly town (at least when it comes from walking from neighborhood to neighborhood). I found myself very glad that I had my car with me for getting out of and around the city.