Our first tiny house experience and my daughter and I truly enjoyed it. The place is very clean and fairly new and has everything one could need for a couple nights stay. It smelled clean which is a big plus and the furnishing is well kept and looked exactly as pictured. The place is perfectly situated near downtown near cute shops that are walkable. It’s a quiet neighborhood and we caught a glimpse of the beautiful fall colors from the maple trees that lined the street. A few things to note:
1. Parking: it’s street parking. We parked right outside the gate so it was easy to see our rental. It’s pay-to-park with 4 hr limit. This surprised me at first because I wasn’t prepared. Luckily the host was kind enough to lend me their parking permit. I suggest downloading the parking app if you’re going to be parking downtown. Really helps with paying by app than messing with the pay station. I found the fees to be reasonable. The most I paid for 2 hours downtown was $5.
2. The loft: there is AC/heat. We arrived Thanksgiving day and it was cold and then it rained the following day so heat was our friend. However, one would have to turn it up pretty high to warm downstairs (could be just preference) but the loft would get very warm. I followed the host’s recommendation to bring the remote up before bed. I ended up turning off the heat in the middle of the night.
3. Stairs: they might be a bit steep for some. I’m 5’1” and had to pay special care going up and down to/from the loft. Might be hard on the knees.
4. Loft ceiling: it’s low even for me. Getting in and out of bed was a comical experience. We hit our heads, hands, elbows a few times. 😂 It made me really appreciate not having to think about this back home. It just takes time getting used to.
5. Windows: there’s a skylight and it’s pretty. The downstairs windows have shades for privacy though I don’t think they’re blackout but the ones in the loft are. There are two other windows (picture windows) right above these that do not have shade. They let in plenty of light during the day (and also at night). One very early morning the other unit turned on their living room light and it shone through our unit. So don’t expect complete blackness. Keep your sleep mask handy if this is an issue for you.
6. The bed: queen size and comfortable. I think it was memory foam? I didn’t feel my daughter move and I’m a light sleeper. The down(?) comforter was perfect. I didn’t get hot and it kept us warm enough even when I turned off the heat.
We didn’t have a chance to use the shower but I felt it was plenty for one person and not have to worry about hitting your elbows against the wall. Te microwave and mini fridge was helpful for leftovers. Am extra blanket for cuddling on the couch was a plus.
Overall, one of the best experiences I’ve had at an Airbnb. The host was helpful and responsive even on Thanksgiving day. If you’re curious about tiny homes, I say go for it!