This was our first experience with Airbnb, and it cannot get any better than this! Kristen was the perfect host. We came to Seattle to escape the Texas heat with our college-age daughters, and the apartment was just right for the four of us. The location was in a very safe, quiet, and beautiful neighborhood, close to all the attractions. The apartment was spotless, beautifully furnished, and luxurious linens and shampoo/lotion/soaps. We truly had the best of both worlds: a short drive to do anything we wanted without having the noise of staying in a touristy-area. We were able to see the space needle and Mount Rainier from the front yard! Parking was a breeze, and the private entrance meant we could come and go without interrupting anyone. Kristen provided great communication before the trip, helping us plan everything, and she gave excellent recommendations to us throughout. She was available by text or phone call and had an intuitive sense of balancing helpfulness without being overbearing. She went the extra mile throughout the trip: she surprised Mike with some chocolates to celebrate Father's Day, and she even gave us a ride to catch the monorail, saving us $$$ on parking at Pike's Market. One evening, we were playing cards outside and enjoying the beauty of the patio and the wonderful weather, and she, her husband, and their dinner guest invited us upstairs to visit and enjoy a glass of wine. We had a fantastic family getaway, and Kristen's hospitality helped make our trip so memorable. We highly recommend Seattle sanctuary to anyone who's thinking of making a trip to the area. We'd love to come back and see more of this amazing city, and we'll be sure to stay with Kristen again. We came to Seattle to have a vacation and made some great friends in the process.