Max is a very amenable host and the accommodation, as advertised, is a very short walk away from the most convenient, clean, efficient and safe Seattle light rail public transport system which travels directly to SeaTac airport in one direction and downtown in the other. For claustrophobes who prefer avoiding underground metros, it is a similar short walk to No 36 bus which also goes downtown.
The neighbourhood is very quiet and safe with a supermarket opposite the aforementioned Beacon Hill light rail station, cafes, and en route a hipster type bistro-microbrewery.
The accommodation is basically Max’s basement and is a self-contained area with a separate access. It was very clean and welcoming and although the bed was a sofa bed it was surprisingly comfortable. The linens and towelling provided were of good quality. There are sufficient electricity sockets. A mini fridge and microwave are by the bed, and in the adjoining passageway in a laundry area were an electric kettle with two mugs, bowls, glasses and plates. Sadly, no coffee, tea or milk but the supermarket opens reasonably late. The major downside is the accessibility to the basement which, if you are older with dodgy knees and travelling as part of a long trip with heavy suitcases involves negotiating some tricky stairs. There is also a faint musty smell but you quickly get used to it and it didn’t impact our stay. We slept well and for the convenience of the location and the host’s willingness to accommodate our requests I’d stay again, especially if I came with less and lighter luggage!