Woke up rested and elated after our stay at The Villa before our next leg to Victoria B.C. Marlow made sure sure our stay was nothing short of luxurious and pampered. My husband proposed to me years ago in a gondola in Venice and the stay transported me back to that era when love was fresh and new. Right down to the romantic italian restaurant right a ross the way. We took a bike ride around the beach, and took a water taxi into Downtown Seattle for a romp in Pike Place Market. Marlow gave great suggestions that did not disappoint. Although we ate out, the Viking kitchen is a chef’s dream. I mostly just stood at the stove daydreaming about french cuisine (I don’t cook on vacation but the imagery was enough to excite my taste buds). I so appreciate all the special details in the Villa that bring joy like the coffee buffet and lush toiletries. I cannot say enough about the royal travertine shower!!!!! I think I spent most of my awe in the shower…. I will plan another visit and stay at Marlow’s again.