WOW. Dennis and Marite's place is incredible. The pictures on the website are only the start. There are incredible views of Puget Sound out all windows, and the apartment is well appointed with all new and high quality furniture and fixtures. The bathroom is so big it could've been a second bedroom.
There are many beautiful touches and features, as well as gorgeous and impressive artwork on the walls,
very striking.
In addition to the incredible inside, there is full access to Dennis' well manicured backyard with flowers and features not found in many places. There is a huge fire pit which is fun to sit by on a cool Seattle evening. There is a grill outside which is quite handy for meals when you stay in. It is a very relaxing space, and is so friendly, some days you will just want to stay and enjoy the weather, the apartment and views.
Dennis and Martie were the friendliest hosts we have ever stayed with. A couple of the nights we were there they invited us upstairs to their deck (which had an even grander view,) for wine and cheese. We had a wonderful time talking with them, and when other folks checked into the other suite, all six of us had a great time talking and getting to know one another. I felt like we were visiting friends. Martie was most helpful with many things, even drove me to a local grocery store the first day so we can get some supplies.
The property is in a very quiet, upscale neighborhood north of downtown. Having a car may have been helpful to get around because this place was in a relatively secluded and private area. We used Uber, and invariably, the drivers had to be directed by me over the phone to reach us. A car downtown is problematic because of the traffic and difficulty finding parking. Always the good and the bad.
There is also a nice park a very short walk away that you can explore. There are many trails, including one that goes right down to the Sound. It is a wonderful hiking area just about any time of the year.
This place is very quiet, except for the train, as other reviewers have indicated. It's kind of neat, and you get used to it after the first day.
You will note in the listing that the kitchen is very small, and that is the case. There is a microwave, small refrigerator, sink and dishes, silverware and pots and pans. In speaking with Martie, I think she said she was looking at resolving the no stove-top issue by getting a nice, compact two burner stove top from IKEA. This would be a good idea.
Otherwise, we can't say enough about this fabulous place.
We definitely would visit again. Thanks Dennis and Martie.