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The skinny legend with the phat stax

August 6, 2019

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So super cool, he’s a skinny legend, and thus earned a BANNER from me (yep, I broke Photoshop on this one …) after completing his second summer staying here for his internship!

On a vintage clothes trip to Baltimore

July 16, 2019

Another amazing guest, Gillian Brown of Richmond, Va., stopped by on a shopping trip for vintage clothing. She’s been featured in Vogue magazine! Visit her Instagram shop, Esme’s Drawer, for one-of-a-kind items.

From homelessness to harmony

July 16, 2019

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She’s friendly, knowledgeable about the area, and keeps a very sweet home. I highly recommend The Shire as a place to land in Baltimore!

Beth

Chattanooga, TN

The Shire

We had a wonderful time with Jeannette and her attention to our comfort was amazing!

Mengru

Shanghai, China

The Shire

Jeannette was awesome!

Her home was very nice and made us feel very comfortable. She invited us for dinner with her to Abbey Burger, we had a great time. Also she gave us useful advice . Her pup Sheltie is so adorable and friendly!

Nigel

Pineville, North Carolina

The Oasis

The suite is perfect for travel – clean, quiet, and cozy.

The room is large and there is a private en suite bathroom which is fantastic. Jeannette was very accommodating and responsive!

Katie

Boston, Massachusetts

Vivaldi Suite

Great experience staying with Jeannette.

She is great at communication and laying out expectations from the beginning. The house is clean, organized and comfortable. I would stay at her place again in a heartbeat!

Luke

Vivaldi Suite

I felt like in my house.

Jeannette is clear to explain and show you each item you need know during your staying.

José

Córdoba, Argentina

The Shire

It is nice to stay with someone who enjoys hosting.

An enjoyable stay. I was in Baltimore for an Argentine tango festival and staying here at Jeannette’s place worked out really well for me. Even with my coming and going at unusual hours, when I met Jeannette in the morning she was very kind and welcoming. It is nice to stay with someone who enjoys hosting. I really felt this from her and would love to stay again whenever I am back in the area. Comfortable and simple, the room and house had everything I needed. And the pets were sweet companions.

Emily

Cambridge, Massachusetts

The Shire

Friendly, tasteful, deep memory foam mattress for side sleepers.

Rebecca

Sebastopol, California

Vivaldi Suite

Highly recommend this. It’s a quiet, scenic neighborhood, and only a 5 minute walk to some great bars and restaurants.

Roni

Austin, Texas

The Oasis

I particularly like how the room is setup and organized and felt like a mini adventure when you’re in it.

It was truly a new experience for me. Jeannette was approachable, and I appreciated her offer of drying my jacket when I arrived drenched. Her place gets booked easily so i wasn’t able to extend my time that I was hoping for. This place will definitely be on my radar every time I need a place to stay in Baltimore.

Dreb

Davao City, Philippines

The Shire

My girlfriend and I had a great stay at Jeannette’s Upper Fells Point home.

The directions and tips she gave us were extremely clear and allowed for a very enjoyable stay. Jeannette was also extremely friendly and helpful with dining suggestions. If given the chance we would love to visit again!

Paul

Baltimore, Maryland

Vivaldi Suite

Jeannette made us feel like we have known her for a long time.

Her place is very unique. Our time there and in the Inner Harbor was brilliant.

Patrick

Lock Haven, Pennsylvania

Vivaldi Suite

The room was fairly large and had its own bathroom. Walking distance to the hotel district was about 30-35 minutes, perhaps 10 minutes to restaurants and bars in Fells Point, which is very nice. You do need to accept cats and dogs that are in the house, but they were fine and didn’t bother me at all.

Gerrit

Berlin, Germany

Vivaldi Suite

Greatest host ever!

Chaz

The Shire

Jeannette is a wonderful host, and the room is just like it is advertised.

For those of you that a light sleepers, make sure you have a white noise app on your phone, as you will have to deal with street noise. But certainly a steal when compared to hotel prices!

Barb

Charleston, South Carolina

Vivaldi Suite

Beautiful clean room and amazing host

Terry

New Jersey

The Oasis

The room is the bomb!

Jeannette is so adorable and amazing! Personal bathroom, little desk, comfortable bed and pillows… what more could you ask for! It’s also in walking distance to Kennedy Krieger!!

Courtney,

Tampa, Florida

Vivaldi Suite

Great place to stay.

Located about 15 min walk from JHU Hospital campus. Jeannette gives you an easy method to get into the house (including an instructional how-to-video), which makes it easy to check in and check out during odd hours. She communicated well and was a very pleasant host.

Molly

Boston, Massachusetts

Vivaldi Suite

Our second time visiting … there will be a third time!

Artsy neighborhood. Parking is a bit of a challenge, otherwise a great place to stay.

Tom

Vivaldi Suite

Fantastic spot, easy check-in, lovely host.

Nathan

Dayton, Ohio

The Shire

I absolutely loved my stay with Jeannette.

Her place and neighborhood has so much character and was an ideal location for staying a short walk away from the harbor. Truthfully spending Friday evening with Jeannette, Michael and Tim was one of the most fun nights I’ve had in a while, I can’t thank them enough for their companionship and kindness. If you’re a foodie you’d be a fool for not taking this opportunity, Rico’s, Max’s, Thames Oyster House and Diablo Donuts were all some of the best food I’ve had in my life, and I covered that all in one short day. I could go on and on about how much I loved my stay with Jeannette, I absolutely will be back to stay again.

Zachary

Erie, Pennsylvania

Vivaldi Suite

Jeannette’s room is in a great location (Upper Fells Point, cute street, we didn’t have any problem with parking), and it’s comfortable, huge, and clean.

She’s also extremely welcoming and friendly! I was pretty familiar with Baltimore, but I think that she’d probably have tons of ideas if you weren’t. Internet is fast enough for streaming, and check in is a breeze. Two friendly cats.

Sarah

Chicago, Illinois

Vivaldi Suite

Excellent space and a great host!

Vitor

Classical clarinetist, Los Angeles

Vivaldi Suite

Jeannette’s place has an awesome location within Baltimore, and the Vivaldi Suite is a very cozy setup.

Parking was super easy on the street, and great restaurants and bars are just steps away from her place. All in all, I would highly recommend Jeannette’s place to anyone planning a trip to Baltimore

Karthik

Baltimore, Maryland

Vivaldi Suite

Great place!

She is very helpful, kind, and welcoming. She knows everything about Baltimore, so an ideal place for new incomers. About 10 min by walk to JHH, and about 20 min to Inner Port – ideal location. This neighborhood also seems to be relatively save and quiet. Would definitely come here again.

David

Czech Republic

Vivaldi Suite

very nice and understanding

I spent 4 nights at Jeannette’s. The bed was very comfortable. Jeannette was an excellent host with first rate instructions. She was helpful and knowledgeable and was charming as well. Her house is well located for JHU Medical Center and Fells Point. Finally her place was an excellent value. If I go back to Baltimore I would stay there again.

Thomas

Vashon, Washington

Vivaldi Suite

Thank you so much for a wonderful weekend.

Hopefully see you again soon. Good luck with Copper!

Nicole & Kemal

Poe Suite

This room is amazing!

Jeannette is a great host!

Zhanna

Saint Petersburg, Russia

The Shire

My Stay with Jeannette was perfect.

Close to the Hopkins Hospital. Good bed and bedroom. Jeannette was there and help me all the time I need.

Carlos José

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Vivaldi Suite

My wife and I were visiting Baltimore for the first time, so it was really wonderful to have a host like Jeannette who could fill us in on all things Baltimore.

The Shire is great for all types of people. Jeannette is very nice and warm and is happy to do things with you and show you around while also recognizing the times that you want to do your own thing. She is also very knowledgable of Baltimore and can give you tips. The Shire was a great place for me to come back to at night as a solo traveler. The location is great, right in Fell’s Point (a charming part of the city). Thanks for the wonderful stay, Jeannette!

Tammy

Detroit, Michigan

The Shire

This is the ideal Airbnb experience!

I strongly recommend staying here. Jeannette is an exceptional human. Couldn’t be happier with my stay.

Max

Arlington, Texas

The Shire

Jeannette was so welcoming and savvy.

Lovely place made for a lovely stay!

Dan

New York City

Vivaldi Suite

Jeannette made sure she was available to greet me and show me around when I arrived.

She even shared dinner with me and we had great conversation! She went out of her way to see that I was comfortable, and was soooo accommodating! I would stay with Jeannette again in a heartbeat!! And I have already booked my next stay with her. Thanks Jeannette!!!

Lataya

Salem, New Jersey

The Shire

Jeannette was an amazing host!

Her website is full of helpful tips and recommendations, the room was spacious, and the location was great. The self check-in process was super easy and we really appreciated that Jeannette was able to accomodate holding our bags after check-out. We really enjoyed chatting with her and meeting her super cute pets 🙂

Kaylinh

Houston, Texas

The Oasis

Nice, clean place. Great value.

Aji

Vivaldi Suite

The room was able to get to a perfect temperature and the host provided many comfort amenities (like shampoos, toiletries, water at bedside etc).

Thank you for being a great host. It was nice chatting with you on my last day. The security touch pad worked perfectly so I could let myself in. The room was tidy and I was very comfortable. The room was able to get to a perfect temperature and the host provided many comfort amenities (like shampoos, toiletries, water at bedside etc). Easily walkable to surrounding neighborhoods and Thames Street (Fells Point). Very good deal for price

Anthony

Baltimore, Maryland

Vivaldi Suite

Cozy, comfortable place to stay in a convenient location!

The room is exactly as described and conveniently close to Johns Hopkins Hospital and various other entertaining offerings in the city. I would highly recommend staying here when visiting Baltimore!

Jesus

Vivaldi Suite

DO NOT PASS UP THE CHANCE TO STAY HERE IF YOU GET IT!!

My son and I spent a quick a night and part of a day; even though a quick trip, we felt right at home at Jeannette’s. Even though we got there later at night than expected (and in the rain!), her directions for entering/parking were easy to follow and she welcomed us like family. The Vivaldi suite was super-comfortable (bed very much so!) and bathroom clean and well-equipped. Jeannette walked us down to an amazing bagel shop the next morning–only regret was that we couldn’t stay longer! Thanks, Jeannette, for everything. from Kim and Ben

Kim

Knightdale, North Carolina

Vivaldi Suite

This is a great place to start out in the city.

Jeannette is VERY helpful in helping you settle in, find an apartment, and figure out which part of the city is the best fit for you!

Heather

Washington, DC

The Shire

Great place, great location.

I was attending a conference in the inner harbor and could walk easily there. I was at the Vivaldi suite and the room is huge with a desk and a private bath, perfect. Jeannette is a great host. Recommend!

Miguel

Lisbon, Portugal

Vivaldi Suite

Hostel vibes in a great location!

Jeannette is a fantastic host. Very thorough and attentive.

Jacquelyn

London, England

The Oasis

Jeannette was a great host for my family member who was visiting Baltimore for the first time.

Holly

The Oasis

This was my 2nd time staying at Jeannette’s place, and I will definitely look into this as my first choice the next time I am in Baltimore!

Jeannette is a charming and hospitable host, and the Vivaldi is one of the most spacious/comfortable rooms I’ve ever stayed in via airbnb. Being greeted by her energetic dog and two cats every time I returned was also a plus. 🙂 Highly recommended!

Sonia

Boston, Mass.

Vivaldi Suite

Great value, clean, quiet, and has all the essentials.

Showers are on the 2nd floor which was no problem for the value. There are multiple rooms and the quests staying there were very friendly as well. The place is exactly as described. I was so exausted both nights and appreciated the privacy. I had an issue with parking and she helped me find parking a block away! I wish I could have stayed there under different circumstances because it is in walking distance to a lot of things. Will definitely stay here again. Jeannette is awesome.

Shelby

Lynchburg, Virginia

The Shire

Everything was great!!!

Would def rent again! Jeannette went above and beyond for us and we really appreciate it!

Lilly

Washington, DC

Vivaldi Suite

This is a great bargain spot to lay your head if you’re going to be out and about quite a bit.

Wonderful room, very friendly and accommodating host.

Paul

Oslo, Norway

Vivaldi Suite

Shire is just Awesome. Great location , walking distance from inner harbour .

Jeannette is the nicest and most accommodating Host ever . She even helped me with my interview prep ! Can you believe that ! Five stars for Shire !

Hassaan

The Shire

This location is wonderful, especially for JHU students.

An easy walk to Hopkins, and an easy walk to Fells Point. Great coffee shops, restaurants, and shops very close. Also very close to the water. Love the neighborhood! Jeannette is also lovely. Always fun to be with and good for a chat about any and all topics.

Kate

Philadelphia, PA

The Oasis

Settled a few blocks away from fells point, this comfy house also sits on a straight shot from the inner harbor.

Our host, Jeannette welcomed us with a smile (and her pup Copper!) and a quick rundown of our or living arrangement. Our room was far more spacious then we realized; fitted with a queen sized bed, a lounge chair, as well as a writing desk and two chairs. The bathroom also was a part of suite. There are plenty of family owned business/restaurants within a 5 min walking distance. And the inner harbor is about a $5 lyft/Uber .

Tyler

Columbia, Md.

The Oasis

I appreciated proximity to John Hopkins Hospital (12 minutes away).

Jacob

Lancaster, Pennsylvania

The Shire

Jeannette is a fantastic host. Our room was just as posted.

The neighborhood is convenient to places for breakfast and dinner. There is a beverage store on the block! Parking can be tricky but obtainable. Her pets are friendly and the room is large and cozy. The entrance door has a cipher type key pad lock so no key to pick up or lose. Very easy to come and go to local places. The area is quiet for being in the city and close to the hospital and park.

Mary

Aiken, South Carolina

Vivaldi Suite

Charm City charmed me more than I imagined it ever could!!!

Now get a beer or glass of wine & head up to the roof!

Rachel

Vivaldi Suite

My stay at Jeannette was great!

She was there when I arrived and was very hospital. Even before my arrival she gave me all the instruction that were very clear and helpful. She has a lot of tips and suggestions in case you need. Her place is well located you can easily go around to most places. For sure I would stay there again in case I go back to Baltimore!

Vivian

Sao Paulo, Brazil

The Vivaldi Suite

This was my second time staying at the Shire.

It was a great value and Jeannette was an accommodating host. It was in a central location, quiet, and within walking distance to many places.

Anne

Norfolk, Virginia

The Shire

I felt welcome. Jeannette really cares about her guests and helps them settle in and experience the community.

Jeannette was a fantastic host — accommodating, friendly, helpful, fun to chat with, but also left me alone when I needed to recharge my inner introvert. The room was spacious, quiet, and clean, the home felt safe, the wifi was reliable, the bed was very comfy, and the water pressure in the shower was better than the Westin’s “heavenly shower.” I was attending a conference at the Waterfront Marriott, and while it would’ve been walkable in the daytime, I ended up taking Uber/Lyft because of my schedule. The cost was around $6 per ride in non-peak hours. I’m not sure when I’ll need housing in Baltimore again, but I’ll surely stay with Jeannette! And I already miss my buddy Zoey the Sheltie!

Libby

Alexandria, Virginia

Vivaldi Suite

A sweet home away from home.

Thank you for your kindness. (+ happy dancing!) ♥

Emily

The Shire

Jeannette, Thank you soooo much for sharing your home with me.

It was the perfect home away from home. Your kindness, generosity and hospitality were more than ever I could have hoped. Thank you for inviting me to sup with you and Tim as well. Your (both) cooking was amazing. I shan’t soon forget this trip.

Erika

Vivaldi Suite

I felt so welcomed.

I loved staying at Jeannette’s! I felt so welcomed. Jeannette and her housemate Tim, went out of their way to make sure I felt comfortable during my time in Baltimore. Thanks for having me!

Daniela

Camperdown, Australia

Vivaldi Suite

Jeannette is a spectacular host, local expert, and an inspiring and remarkable woman

I am delighted with my experience and I will definitely choose Jeannette’s place the next time I am in town! HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!!

Judie

San Jose, California

The Shire

The price was great compared to others in the area.

When I first arrived Jeannette was extremely helpful in ensuring I get around the city fine. The room was beyond expectations given the price. It does have a tv with local channels but I wasn’t expecting that inside the room. The bed is comfortable and the rooftop deck is beyond amazing. I would definitely recommend this place or stay here again. I had complete privacy. Thank you again Jeannette your hospitality was nothing short of amazing

Quetta

Baltimore Washington-International Airport

The Shire

Jeannette’s home has become its own destination for me as we delve into conversations about our lives.

I always love staying with Jeannette and was happy this trip to try out a different room! The Shire was cozy and comfortable, and I thoroughly enjoyed the space. It was perfect for what I needed – quiet and private for studying. Jeannette’s home has become its own destination for me as we delve into conversations about our lives. I appreciate her insight into Baltimore, her welcoming attitude towards her guests, and her friendship.

Kate

Philadelphia, PA

The Shire

Very comfortable room, room and neighborhood were as described in the profile.

The room met all of my needs perfectly and I definitely would go back to the Vivaldi Suite if I return to Baltimore.

Kate

Vacaville, Calif.

Vivaldi Suite

Great location! Great host!

Liliane

, Knoxville, Tennessee

Vivaldi Suite

Jeannette was wonderful and welcoming when I arrived.

After showing me to my accommodations, she actually put on the football game (my team happened to be playing on national TV for only the second time all year) and watched with me until I had to head to a dinner meeting. The place was comfortable, as advertised and very conveniently located. I would happily stay there again.

Jared

Vivaldi Suite

Jeannette and I were instant buddies.

She is by far the most gracious host I’ve encountered. After arriving late, she walked me to find dinner and even listened to me gripe about my day, lol. She went over and beyond and I am grateful. Do yourself a favor and stay at the Shire!!

Brandi

Atlanta, Georgia

The Shire

Jeannette is a very interesting person, fun to talk to.

She was very helpful and the location is the best.

Rebecca

Missoula, Montana

The Shire

Thank you so much.

The Shire was a big comfort.

Jason

Mac Harbor East

The Shire

The Shire is comfortable and clean – a great budget room – and Jeannette’s place is in a lovely part of Baltimore, in walking distance to the harbor and range of lovely cafes and restaurants.

I had a really good stay, and felt very at home here. Jeannette was warm, friendly and helpful – and her two cats and one dog were also welcoming and friendly!

Sarah

Oxford, England

The Shire

Truly a haven that feels like home, in the midst of the hustle and bustle of Charm City.

Anastasia

Johns Hopkins Medical Institutions

The Oasis

Great host, was very welcoming and accommodating.

Wei Quan

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

The Shire

We loved staying at Jeannette’s place.

We loved visiting the city, and the location was perfect for what we wanted to do. Everyone was very friendly especially Jeannette. We cannot wait for our next visit.

Ashlea

Birmingham, Ala.

Vivaldi Suite

Jeannette’s place was exactly as described.

She was warm and welcoming (I actually only saw her once- so I had privacy as well). She lent me her Charm Card and walked me to the bus stop with her sweet Sheltie “Copper”. There are 2 lovely kitties that welcome you at the door as well. Easy check-in and check-out. The Oasis room was clean and spacious for me. The bathroom does not have a full stand-up shower, but rather a large bath tub with a detachable shower head. Perfect for a relaxing bath, but not for those who prefer showers. Her website has impeccable detail and information, and she was also available for any questions or recommendations if needed. Was thrilled to learn that she walks Copper to a close lake and cleans up several days, and installed and refills dog clean-up posts. Pretty cool person and Baltimore native. Would recommend staying if in the area.

Kimberly

Leesburg, Virginia

The Oasis

The Shire was just perfect for my quick trip.

Jeannette is very welcoming and warm! I also appreciate the quick communication and all the good tips for things to do around Baltimore.

Camille

New York City

The Shire

Everything was perfect.

Very close to the harbor and neat shops.

Art

Washington, D.C.

Vivaldi Suite

This was my third time staying with Jeannette.

It was lovely, as usual — she’s a great hostess, and her pets are an endearing plus. 🙂 Recommended for anyone needing a place to stay in Baltimore!

Sonia

Boston, Massachusetts

The Oasis

Very welcoming and warm person, not to mention that her pets are cuties.

Jeannette was a great host! She advised where to eat and what to visit! Very welcoming and warm person, not to mention that her pets are cuties.. Especially the dog is a sweetheart! The room was very spacious and very clean! Nice decorations and definitely we recommend anyone who is visiting Baltimore to go to Jeannette’s! Thank you Jeannette, hope to meet again!

Lila

Toronto, Canada

Vivaldi Suite

The Shire is literally the best value on (Baltimore’s) AirBnB.

It’s roomy, private and has that cool quirk than makes Baltimore the jewel of a city it is. Jeannette is a stupendous host. If I were to only say she goes above and beyond for her guest I’d be understating her hospitality. I believe her warmth is the reason all of her stay booked for months. The value is just an added bonus.

Jason "J.J."

D.C. City Gym

The Shire, Poe Suite, Vivaldi Suite

Jeannette is incredibly lovely and thoughtful, and she really did go above and beyond to be accommodating.

The room was clean, the bed was extremely comfortable, all sorts of amenities were provided. She has a very good dog and two incredibly friendly cats. She knows what’s good to do around Baltimore and is overall an exceptional host.

James

Cleveland, Ohio

Vivaldi Suite

Thanks for your kindness.

Everything is awesome here.

Pei Jung

The Shire

Love, Love, this place.

Super comfy and super quiet. The host is great at what she does as a result she will see me again for 3rd time in a row tomorrow. Literally has been a life saver while rotating her at JHH. Thanks so much.

Detron

Washington, DC

The Shire

A neighborhood with real character.

Jeannette was warm & welcoming, the room lovely and comfortable, and within easy walking distance of restaurants, etc.

Katherine

Greenbelt, Maryland

Vivaldi Suite

Wow, a week went so quickly like I blinked.

I wanted to say thank you so much for everything and help with my rental car before I went to the wedding. Thank you & stay blessed as always.

Kara

Vivaldi Suite

Jeannette’s Home was Cozy and Bright with best location & Super Decoration.

The bed was comfortable and super clean. We felt that we are at our summer home & she turned our Moments off into memories. I can warmly recommend it to any one. Thank you Jeannette for everything you did for us.

Ahmed

Port Said, Egypt

Poe Suite

Really nice person and atmosphere, I really recommend this airbnb.

Melanie

La Tronche, France

The Shire

Bille Holiday lived around the corner.

The harbor is a lovely short walk away. And I could write a book on how much I loved the rooftop deck!

Rachel

Standup comedian, Austin, Texas

The Shire

If you want to come to the area and really experience Baltimore, this is the place to stay.

Jeannette is truly a gem and has been an incredible resource for me. I stayed for three nights in the Vivaldi Suite while in Baltimore to search for housing as I prepare to relocate for a new RN job at The Johns Hopkins Hospital. During my search Jeannette helped me to find available units in the surrounding area as well as neighborhoods further away.

I quickly fell in love with Upper Fell’s Point and am excited to have leased an apartment just around the corner from Jeannette! She has a wealth of knowledge of the area, joined me for dessert at nearby restaurants, and truly made my trip to Baltimore an amazing experience. As far as location, if you are here for business you’ll find yourself in a prime spot. JHMI is about a 15 minute walk where you can also access the MTA Metro for access to the rest of the city, multiple Metro Bus stops in the area as well as access to the free Charm City Circulator bus Orange Route with quick access to downtown.

In your free time, a short walk to Fell’s Point will give you access to many local restaurants, bars, cafes, dessert spots. This is a great destination to unwind after a busy day and socialize with the locals. As you walk through this very safe part of town you will pass many coffee shops and corner stores to help you along the way to your destination.

For the price the Vivaldi Suite is second to none. A very comfortable bed that you hate to leave in the morning, a full size desk, and a full bathroom. This is a clean, bright, and spacious room that makes you feel at home.

In my opinion, better than any hotel accommodations. Jeannette also has two cats and a small dog, these animals are charming and affectionate, but are also respectful of your personal space.

Thank you for your servant’s heart and empathy. You are a gem and a true gift, I am forever grateful. <3

Shelly

The Shire

Cozy spacious room in good location.

Clean with a clean private bathroom. Jeannette is very nice and hospitable. A great room for a great price!

Kymia

Richmond, Virginia

Vivaldi Suite

What a great place. I wanted to move in.

Very cool space. The location is perfect to travel into Baltimore and walk or Uber to wherever you want to go. I was here for a weekend wedding down in Annapolis. So it was super easy to hop on the freeway/highway and back. I managed to get some later time down in Fells Point for music and conversation with friends on Saturday night. I’ve spent quite a bit of time in Baltimore. I forgot how much I enjoy this city. More going on than I recall from my time working in and out of Baltimore.

Pia

Medford Lakes, N.J.

The Shire

Great host!!

Very friendly and knowledgeable.

Chris

Arlington, Virginia

The Shire

Jeannette is very kind and considerate.

Kenneth

Mayo Clinic

The Shire

Adam

New York City

The Shire

Thanks for a super time —

my first few nights in the USA! What a charming city.

Sarah

The Shire

Lean los comentarios de todas las personas que han pasado por la casa de Jeannette.

… pueden tener la seguridad de que nada es falso.

“Read the comments of all the people who have passed through Jeannette’s house, you can rest assured that nothing is false.”

Andres Felipe

Montería, Colombia

Vivaldi Suite

Thank you to Jeannette for providing a clean bedroom in a great location!

Abigail

Johns Hopkins School of Public Health

Vivaldi Suite

Jeannette has a good command of Chinese culture.

The place is clean, comfortable and convenient. Most importantly, Jeannette is a super nice lady who cooks very well. She also has a good command of Chinese culture. They made me feel warm and at home. I will never forget this experience of my staying at Jeannette’s place. I am very thankful that you guys can be part of my life.

Yuanyuan

Macau

The Shire

Truly, the Shire was very charming.

I didn’t quite know what to expect from the Shire especially descending the narrow stairs that descended into the little suite. Truly, it was very charming. It had all the essentials one would need (bed, toilet, sink), and a little extra (lounge chair, writing table, toiletry supplies, etc.) The ceilings are low! The height restriction is no joke, but I didn’t find it at all uncomfortable (I’m 5’8″) and actually quite liked the wolf’s den sort of feel. The real charm of the home though was Jeannette. She was super accommodating and helpful for city and restaurant suggestions. She is also an absolutely excellent cook! I had the absolute privilege to sup with her several nights and enjoyed wonderful conversation on the little roof deck that affords a 360 degree view. I would absolutely recommend for anyone looking to save some dollars and doesn’t mind a more homey feel.

Erika

Abbotsford, Canada

The Shire

Nice and clean, peaceful place.

Jeannette is a very nice and informative host. Her place is a nice place to rest while you’re in Baltimore.

Jacie

Grand Prairie, Texas

The Shire

I searched all the reviews I could for Washington and Baltimore before selecting this homestay, and Jeannette had the best reviews of anyone.

Jeannette is the consummate host and thinker. I loved talking, walking and growing with her in my time in Baltimore. She’s very well connected locally and globally. She’s smart, fun, thoughtful and wonderful. I recommend her to anyone visiting Baltimore.

Mark

Highlands, South Carolina

Vivaldi Suite

This was my second time staying with the lovely Ms. Jeannette.

She’s basically grown to be part of my family now. She has been helping me look for a permanent place which is awesome because she knows everything about Baltimore. She’s really an amazing human being and almost has me rooting for the Ravens and Orioles. She will make you fall in love with the city. Best place to stay in my opinion.

Chaz

Atlanta, Ga.

The Shire

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The skinny legend with the phat stax

August 6, 2019

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On a vintage clothes trip to Baltimore

July 16, 2019

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From homelessness to harmony

July 16, 2019

By: jmbelliveau

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