Iris’s residence is located in Columbia City, part of the immediate Seattle area. It is an older residence that has been lovingly updated. The streets are narrow, but very passable. Street parking is available right in front of the residence. There are a few steps that you have to climb to get to her property, and steps to climb to get up to the front porch. Dining venues are a short walk away...though you do have to walk up/down a hill, but it’s not too bad. Downtown Seattle is quite close, though I did not visit downtown. I chose iris’s place as it was near a school I needed to visit in order to complete an observation for a couple teachers who teach there. The stay was quite comfy and the neighborhood is quiet. The bed was very comfortable, the bathroom as well as the rest of the residence is very clean. You can use the refrigerator if you have items that require refrigeration. Iris offers a continental breakfast that is much appreciated before heading out for the day. Smudge, the cat, makes an occasional appearance. I would recommend staying with Iris, and would return there myself.