I stayed at Joel and Sarah's Ballard Flat twice within a week sandwiched with hiking in the North Cascades in between. I stayed with my two sons and we used the available blow-up mattress which was very comfortable. The flat was clean and photos are exactly as it appears. The beds were comfortable, sheets and towels were top notch. We were able to walk to downtown Ballard to enjoy good food and drink. I would definitely stay here again on a visit to Seattle.