Everything about Thah's Casita Reservoir is consistent with the images, description and positive reviews. Actually, the information you see here on Airbnb exceeds what we have experienced at this sweet little oasis, tucked away in a splendid part of the Silver Lake neighborhood. The Casita is behind a lovely larger house and the access is through an almost hidden alley. Tucked away! Cozy! And, safe - this 60 year old active grandma always feels protected on Tnah's property.

This is our second visit to the Casita and, excuse me for the cliche, but we felt right at home as we did the first time. We pulled into the driveway through a locked gate from the alley. Parked in a paved, spacious driveway then walked through Tnah's garden which is always being developed and improved. The little Casita is graced with a front yard, covered porch and lots of shade gifted from a wide and leafy mature tree. Enter and find yourself in a beautifully decorated living room. It was a warm week during our stay and in anticipation of our arrival, Tnah opened all the latches on the original screened windows along with a big electric fan blasting into the living room. Instant chill!

The hallway from the main living area leads to the one bedroom on the left furnished with antiques and a bed with a perfect mattress. There were more opened screened windows as well as a ceiling fan already at work. Across the hall is a well equipped kitchen, with a sweet decor, a perfect butcher block island, and a breakfast nook. Atop the island, Tnah provides substantial treats - her own roast coffee from her husband's business, a crusty baguette, wedge of brie, olives, chocolate, a pot of jam, and a bowl filled with donut peaches and bananas. Thus, you don't have to leave the house for dinner on the evening of your arrival.

The bathroom is narrow but not confining. Bath and shower combo, fluffy and sweet smelling towels, lots of amenities and toiletries.

Bonus - washer and dryer adjacent to the kitchen! We travelled home with clean clothes, something that is strangely satisfying.

Our week at the Casita flew by quickly as we settled in nicely in the cottage. You will want to live here, or at least camp out for a month to work on your plans for world domination through peace, finish a writing or geeky project, spend quality time with the one you love.

Finally, this needs to be said - $165 is a steal compared to nearby hotel rates. There is a Comfort Inn across the street that's cheaper, but not at all worth it given poor Yelp reviews. Pick the charming Casita, if you can get on the calendar.