Our host Sheryl was very welcoming and provided everything we needed. (Plus a couple of small things we forgot to pack.) The room is just as shown in the listing, and the neighborhood is calm, quiet, pedestrian friendly, and close to several bus lines. Sheryl asked about our interests in Seattle, then researched those things and provided us with lots of information and options that allowed us to maximize our time in Seattle. In particular, she discovered a couple of promotional events surrounding the soccer game we came to see, so we got to participate in two events that we didn't know about. That worked out superbly! She also provided great public transportation info, along with advice on how to use the buses efficiently. And she found us some very nice money-saving deals on tourist activities. The house was built a long time ago, and it has various long-term renovation projects underway. As shown in the photo, there is a tall stairway to the front door and there are two turns in the stairs to the bedrooms. For this reason, Sheryl's rooms are not ideal for someone who is elderly or has physical disabilities. Our visit couldn't have been much better, and we really appreciated having our room for such a reasonable price in such a convenient location. We definitely recommend Sheryl's cozy cottage!