We loved Kim's place! It is very cozy and comfortable. The pictures hardly do it justice, since they don't show the attention to architectural detail lavished on the renovation of this basement space. I'm six feet tall, but didn't come in contact with the ceiling that is sub-six-foot in a few places. And even if I had, I'm sure the smoothly rounded edges would have only given a gentle bump. The delicious pastry awaiting us on our arrival was typical of the elegance of Kim and Stuart's welcome to their guests. The Phinney Ridge neighborhood is charming with some good nearby bars and coffee houses, as well as a wide choice up the hill along Phinney & Greenwood Aves. They recommend the Honore Artisan Bakery, which is excellent and known across Seattle. We enjoyed downtown Ballard, which is easy to get to by bus or rental car (or via an "urban hike"). We will definitely try to stay here again on our next trip to Seattle.