The hosts were very friendly and accommodating; communication is excellent. The Carriage cottage is cozy with windows at eye level and a loft with skylight and queen bed! Nice to be able to make tea and food in the mini kitchen. Naoko even brought over some herbal tea upon request. Everything was clean including the huge tiled tub and shower area. I love having breakfast without having to go out and that was made for us at the time we requested in the main house where the hosts reside adjacent to the cottage.