Charlotte & Larry's place was lovely and exactly as described in the profile. It is very cozy, clean, and comfortable. The bed, shower, and kitchen were very nice. The garden is so beautiful! Charlotte and Larry were very warm, hospitable, and kind. We were provided with yogurts, tea, juice, milk, and coffee, which was very sweet and appreciated! Also, the hosts gave a valuable advice on the area, next trip suggestions, routes, and restaurants.
The Ballard area is safe and so quiet and peaceful. We had a good peaceful sleep and always felt safe coming back home after exploring the city. The house is about 3-4 minute walk from the bus station. The bus takes one to either downtown (about 20-25 minutes). Another bus route nearby takes one to the west part of Ballard or University District. We managed without a car just fine. We walked a lot and used public transportation, which I appreciated and enjoyed very much coming from Dallas, where walking and/or using public transportation is nearly impossible due to the climate and infrastructure.
This area is very nice for those who want to stay in a quiet area, far from bars and restaurants and other city life. That's exactly what I wanted for my daughter and me, to unwind and relax after a busy day, staying away from the city life.
When I come back to Seattle, I will definitely stay at Charlotte & Larry's place again. Highly recommended! Thank you so much, Charlotte and Larry! We enjoyed our stay very much!