The house was exactly as pictured and the neighborhood was outstanding. Everything around me seemed like it came out of a John Hughes movie, complete with friendly strangers saying hello while I sat on the porch. There is a Starbucks, Whole Foods, drug store, 7-11 and several dining/bar options within easy walking distance. The Westy hosted me on more than one occasion, Ravenna's Varsity breakfast was AMAZING! There's also a fresh produce stand (Rising Sun) on the walk to Varsity. Add to all this, there is a new light rail station (Roosevelt) that is also minutes away. My wife and I used this alot during our stay to get to Capitol Hill and further downtown. You can either stay in the neighborhood or get out and explore..you cant go wrong here. No, seriously.
And then there's the host, Wynia. I couldn't have chosen a better person and spirit to host my wife and I. She and her husband, Ben, made us feel right at home from the time we arrived. I will always remember the conversations and laughs we had on the porch. She's genuinely a warm spirit and I look forward to staying again on my next trip to Seattle.