Thom is genuinely pleasant, very helpful and welcoming. The apartment was completely clean, stylish and uncluttered. There is no outside sitting area at all, but taking walks there is lovely. The neighborhood is very walkable and you can find pretty much anything you need nearby. No one smokes on the property nor do the immediate neighbors on any side. It is quiet in the basement unit. You can hear a little from upstairs but, for me, knowing that such a nice host was nearby was comforting. I'm an early to bed, early to rise person and had no trouble sleeping there. Thom was completely respectful of my need to be physically distant during the pandemic. I am high risk and I didn't just feel safe there, I was safe. I only regret I couldn't interact more with Thom. I hope he always has good, considerate guests!