Just an exceptional apartment with floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking Pike Place, embracing magnificent views of busy Elliott Bay, crammed with shuttling ferries and massive tug-assisted cargo vessels, the snow-capped Cascades looming in the distance. You can almost reach out and touch the huge cruise ships berthed just in front at Pier 66. It’s quite a sight to watch them nudge in and out, computer-guided these days, without a tug in sight. I stayed a month and enjoyed it thoroughly.
Rob’s apartment has most everything: well-equipped kitchen; comfy bedding; speedy, reliable, secure Wi-Fi; spacious laptop workplace; washer/dryer; excellent building security; gym, pool, lounge and outdoor deck with grills; Target (with grocery store) right downstairs. Did I mention the view? The listing photos give an accurate representation. One nit: The TV has no (zero) channels. Rob kindly provided an indoor antenna that at least picked up a few local networks. It will not spoil the Zen to provide a decent cable package, given the premium rental price.
Take a one-minute stroll to bustling Pike Place Market, featuring flying fish and the original Starbucks, or walk five minutes to the Monorail for a ride to Seattle Center and the iconic Space Needle. (A personal Pike Place favorite: Market Magic Shop, well worth seeking out in the bowels of the Market. The talented owners love the craft. For food: Tat’s Truck makes a great Philly cheesesteak – parked at First and Pike on select days – check the Seattle Food Truck schedule. To truly enjoy the Philly, stroll down to Steinbrueck Park overlooking the Bay at the end of the Market – have lots of napkins handy.)
Rob is a gracious, responsive host. He met me at a late evening check-in and provided useful information on the apartment and building amenities. He responded quickly to my emails and few small requests. You will not be disappointed if you choose his wonderful apartment.