This loft exceeded our expectations in terms of size, location, and CLEANLINESS (whoever does her cleaning does a fantastic job--and I am picky.)
The loft is very nicely appointed, uncluttered, and the owner has made sure you have everything you need. The kitchen is well equipped. She has LOTS of spices and some pantry items. There was ample room downstairs--the square footage may be small but you do no feel it.
She mentions the steep stairs and lower ceiling of the loft but we did not find either to be an issue (and I am a 56 year old woman with not-so-great knees but in good condition. I am 5'9" and my daughter is 6'0").
The location was perfect. Within walking distance to a small market (although outrageously priced but good for things you may have forgotten at the store), a bakery and very close to 2 nice restaurants. The area is very safe, quiet and family oriented.
There is one con to this loft and it is the heat the loft accumulates. We stayed at the end of June when night temps were in the 40's and day temps were lower to mid 80's. There is not central air (which we understand most homes in the area do not have). There was one small, personal fan in the loft but not enough to cool the entire space. We slept with all the windows open but the loft was still very hot at night. If able, bring a larger, oscillating fan and that may help.
This really is a wonderful space and we would stay there again (just maybe in the cooler months).