We really enjoyed our stay at this Air BnB, and I highly recommend it to anyone considering it. Andrew and James are just as welcoming, friendly, and accommodating as all the other reviews say they are. All of the amenities are both plentiful and user-friendly. I come to Seattle somewhat regularly just because I love this city, and would definitely love to stay here again.
The apartment is exactly as pictured. I wouldn’t necessarily describe the apartment as a “basement” apartment as some of the other reviews have, as I don’t feel that descriptor does the place justice. A more accurate description in my opinion would be garden-level/lower-level. There are windows in each room, and you don’t really get the feel that you’re in a closed off, tight space the way you might in a more basement style apartment. The place feels both spacious and cozy.
The apartment is slightly noisier than I had anticipated, to no fault of the homeowners. They were not “loud,” just living, so some noise is to be expected of a multi-level unit. They played the piano only a bit (as mentioned in the description), and we actually found that to be very enjoyable! I only mention the carrying sound in case someone is a very light sleeper…they might consider staying somewhere else. It was not a “problem.” It is also worth noting that the reason I noticed the noise so much is that I have a young family that currently goes to bed very early. Most people probably wouldn’t notice footsteps and movement at only 9pm. Also if you plan to use the Pack N Play as a sleep space for your baby, I’d bring a more solid mattress, as the one in it is one of those kind of loud, inflatable ones that some babies have a hard time sleeping on. Once again, no big deal. Everything was great, I’m only including these details in the review as FYIs to potential bookers.
The bakery that is a short walk away is superb, and there is a also a grocery store within very close walking distance. The neighborhood is nice. Most Seattle tourist sites are about a 20-30 minute freeway jaunt. The home is also easily accessible from SeaTac, also roughly a 30 minute drive. Street parking is plentiful and easily accessible.
While we visited during a particularly rainy time, we didn’t get to enjoy the small patio much, but we still loved being able to stroll through the backyard gardens. My daughter is currently obsessed with flowers and plant life, so this was a plus. Everything about this place is beautiful and well-maintained, inside and out.
I highly recommend staying there. Exceptional value, five stars. Thank you again to Andrew and James for being great hosts and making us feel welcome!