Karen was a wonderful host and you can tell that she puts a lot of effort into making sure her guests are comfortable and have everything they could need. The kitchenette was a perfect place to make ourselves breakfast or lunch, and the room was clean and comfortable with a great space heater to stay warm if it started to get a little chilly. It's a beautiful walk up to Ballard, and so close to the bus to get into downtown. I would highly recommend staying here as it's a great home base when you're in Seattle.