I can't imagine why a person would be anything but wowed by the opportunity to have such an ideal lodging available for a stay in Seattle. Candace's house is not only as cheery as she states, when Karen walked through the door (even at nearly midnight after a very long flight) she remarked, "it's so darling!" I agree, it's a perfect getaway for two; the interior shows fine craftsmanship and the furnishings are in very good taste. The home is located in a quiet and safe neighborhood.

If you plan to take advantage of the opportunity to prepare some meals on your own, the kitchen is the the best outfitted that we have seen at a vacation home in terms of quality cookware, utensils and appliances. Hands down. The location is great, easily accessed, there are nearby markets and eateries (check out Baja Bistro for breakfast) and it is a quick drive to Little Saigon, Pike Street Market, the ferry terminal, etc. There was readily available parking for our rental car and I noticed that there is nearby access to public transportation.

Since I am a light sleeper, I was concerned that there is a freeway some blocks away, a train depot about a 3/4 of a mile off, etc. but I found that the freeway is completely inaudible and the train whistles were a very distant thing, just as we experience at home in Anchorage, Alaska.

Almost all of our travel out of Alaska is routed through Seattle, so we often choose to stay over on our way home so as to visit friends and enjoy so vibrant a city.

From here forward, Candace's place will be our #1choice of accommodations.