It's a good thing airbnb put a 500 word limit on this review, or we would go on forever about how much we enjoyed our stay with Marilyn and Cynthia!!!

Everything they advertise is accurate and in perfect working order: the jacuzzi tub, laundry facilities, kitchenette and internet we took advantage of the most. The pictures are actually deceiving, in that we had more private room than we anticipated. The sitting room is quite large and when the french doors are open to the bedroom, it is a very large and completely private space. As mentioned, Marilyn and Cynthia do make use of the central room in order to access their vehicles in the garage. They were always cautious and courteous upon 'passing through,' and made sure to knock and announce themselves. We never had an issue. We also never had a conflict with the space in the central room where painting is done and art is created - we communicated well about all of these things. Which brings me to my next compliment: Marilyn and Cynthia are great communicators! They are very knowledgeable about Lake City, and Seattle, in general. They provided us with bus, train, and ferry schedules upon our arrival - and Marilyn even created a personalized 'local map' while I was there for future guests, taking advantage of our input as well (great Thai food nearby at several locations!)
Their location is amazing, and we found everything we needed (grocery, restaurants, drugstores, pubs, post-office) in walking distance. We bought ORCA cards and rode the busses during our stay and it worked out perfectly - there are bus stops within 2 blocks of the house, and options to travel in all directions . . . the 522 express took us directly to downtons Seattle in only 21 mintes!
Not only do you have a lot of privacy inside of the house, but the cul-de-sac makes you feel enveloped in nature - we awoke to the sound of birds and a view of nothing but trees most mornings!
Marily and Cynthia are wonderful souls - and true artists. I offered my strength and wingspan during our visit, and Marily took advantage: allowing me to help her retrieve her art from a local gallery . . . in the days that followed, it was wonderful to see the various faces on the paintings that I now recognized as familiar friends.
We enjoyed ourselves so very much that we wanted to extend our stay in Seattle, which we were thrilled that Marilyn was willing to accommodate us for!
If you are looking for a peaceful, comfortable (oh, the bed is amazing too, did I mention that?!) and magical little getaway spot away from the city, but near everything, then we recommend the NE Seattle Artist Treehouse Suite.
Thanks for everything, Marilyn and Cynthia - we hope to do it again someday!
All the best,
Ben Blazer and Carin Bendas