We had an excellent stay at Gabriella's place - the studio is well-appointed and roomy, perfect for two people (and a dog) and walking distance to the home of the friends we were in town visiting. Gabriella met us when we arrived and did a walk-through to show the space and pointed out some of quirks that can be expected with older houses. The kitchen is perfect for two people who plan to make some quick snacks and easy meals as we did, but it's equipped to handle more than that with plenty of dishes and appliances. There are multiple options available to meet your caffeine needs with an espresso machine, French press, regular coffee maker, and kettle to boil water for tea available, along with some coffee and tea. When we booked the place in February it didn't even occur to me that I might want to look for a place with A/C, but we were staying during a heat wave and I was a little concerned before we arrived, but it wasn't an issue at all. Since it's a basement studio it stayed cool and comfortable with just a fan and a window open at night for fresh air.
The studio is full of thoughtful details: robes to use for going to and from the shared bathroom down the hall, Mrs. Meyer's Clean Day hand and dish soap, a Brita pitcher in the fridge, and dog dishes to name a few of our favorites. Gabriella's status as a superhost is well-deserved. The garden is especially lovely, and the surrounding area is great for strolling and admiring yards. Parking is easy on the street, and the neighborhood is quiet and peaceful.