Manuela was a great host and her place is excellent. With good communication, check in was easy and the apartment was available despite arriving early. Everything was clean and as presented in the photos; different bedding was available in case it was too warm; there were fresh flowers on the table as we came in, as well as some chocolate, and local beers in the fridge. Although the flat is directly under Manuela's home it is secluded and very peaceful; the sun takes its time getting round to you but in the afternoon it's a pleasure to sit outside on the patio. The Burke-Gilman Trail runs down by the river (and extends for 12 miles) which makes for good runs, and you can easily walk to Gas Works Park to sit on a hill overlooking Lake Union (sunset recommendation). There is a comprehensive welcome pack and plenty of suggestions for food / drink / activities, but Fred Meyers superstore is about a ten minute walk if you're cooking for yourself.

If you're driving take note - the hill is quite steep, but you can usually park directly opposite the house so you shouldn't have to walk far. At least two different bus routes into / out of Downton Seattle run from about 150m away and the neighbourhood is fun, friendly and full of places to go (so many restaurants and bars). No TV is a bonus - get out and explore or just sit back and read a book in the sunshine. We'd definitely come back!