I was in town for a few weeks visiting friends. I lived in the Bay Area for 15 years so I was really using the cottage as a bit of a crash pad. It was nice to have my own little space with no shared walls, especially as we are still muddling our way through the pandemic. The garden was lovely, and very Oakland quirky. The hot tub, decks, and garden areas are all communal space shared between the hosts, their neighbor, and the rest of the rental cabins on the property. It seemed like a great space for travelers new to the area as you could safely mingle with the hosts and other travelers outside in the shared areas. I felt a bit like a hermit because I was always running to meet a friend and barely had a chance to talk to the hosts. They all seemed lovely, inviting, and accommodating. A few times I came back in the evening and they were cooking out with friends. They were really great about keeping the noise down at reasonable hours and I really appreciate that. It had everything I needed to prepare simple meals or reheat leftover takeout. All in all the cabin was a great little retreat from the craziness of Oakland and I very much appreciated having the opportunity to stay here.