Especially when kids younger laundry in unit, beds for everyone was a must- they did not sleep well having to share a bed ->cranky kids —> cranky mom. Also wanted separate bedrooms as I needed sleep too (kids noisy when sleep lol). Full Kitchen a definite plus!
we have a 3 bedroom and a one bedroom now. Now that just one kiddo left at home it’s easier to go into smaller units. However we discovered (or rather she found my husband) a daughter a few years back (long story - he didn’t know she existed ; she found him due to 23&me- very happy ending for all families involved) with her own family (instant grandparents
)- so while smaller units are ok unless the oldest and family able to meet us then we try for the big units again! So needs/wants/musts change frequently
I will admit to being 100% spoiled with the space/amenities TS provide-me will go for space if available whether we need it or not lol