We went to Oakland for a short 2 day trip and spent our first 4 hours in the city hopelessly lost and incredibly frustrated because it was such a different environment for us. The cottage, in my opinion, made the entire trip worth it. It's so comfortable and well decorated - there's no way to be unhappy when you see it and once you're inside. Has everything you could possibly need and Deanna is super helpful. I wish we'd been able to stay for longer!