As a 4-generation family of 10, this lovely home in the charming neighborhood of Lowry Hill, where most of the original villas were built between 1890 and 1930, was just what we were looking for for our 9-day stay. It provided not just enough beds, but also space inside and out for the three under 6-year old members of our family to move about. We did have to be vigilant though about their proximity to the two long flights of stairs connecting the upper level of our accommodations to the basement apartment and the very steep staircase from the upper level to the attic bedroom. However, from the children’s point of view, mastering the stairs— both up and down—was a great source of enjoyment!
The patio outside the basement apartment was also a great asset. It provided a quiet refuge to escape the group chaos as well as becoming the venue for the family tea party that our 5-year old organized.
Although not everyone would head to Kowalski’s grocery store on foot, for our family, the daily walk to get fresh bread for breakfast will probably be one of Grandma and Grandpa’s most vivid memories. Every morning some constellation of Grandma, Grandpa, and the 3 grandchildren headed for the bakery section at Kowalski’s on foot—spending that time walking, talking, laughing and exploring the world together.
Thank you, Martha, for making this all possible. Your prompt communications and your helpful responses to all of our requests made our stay in your home so easy.