I did a long-term stay at John's place over the summer and it worked great for my needs. It is just a few blocks from the E-line bus, which goes straight into downtown Seattle, and it is about a 15-minute walk from the Northgate light rail station. The house is clean and updated. My dog loved the backyard (which had thousands of blackberries by the end of the summer). The home was a little sparse on backyard furniture and some kitchenware but it is a new listing so I expect that will change in the future. John was extremely responsive to all our needs. I would highly recommend this spot if you are traveling with a partner and/or a pet and looking for a place to stay while visiting Seattle!