Our schedules didn't coincide enough to be able to meet Dirk & Jaq, but we had plentiful email communication before and after our stay and they were accommodating and communicative throughout. The place worked fine for our needs, a bit funky in all the best ways, with a loft, artsy backdrop, shared bathroom (though there are two, both spacious) and heart-of-downtown location. Had a kind of hip European vibe, which we enjoyed quite a bit.

Great location next to the ballpark and a gob of restaurants & bars; 20 minutes or so walk to Pike's Market. It being downtown, parking is a bit tricky, but manageable if you pay attention and have decent city wiles. Wouldn't recommend the elderly or infirm (or severely-under-the-influence) climbing the ladder to the loft, but for all other comers, it's a great spot at a very fair price. We would return!