The cottage has absolutely everything you need for a stay of more than a couple days -- which we didn't find in any other affordably-priced Airbnb listing. The kitchen is stocked with every conceivable appliance you'll need for cooking; there's a dishwasher AND laundry; there's more than ample storage space in the bedroom; there's a desk and designated workspace in the bedroom (though I preferred to work from the light-filled living room). It's a very, very comfortable spot.
The garden is a lovely oasis full of raised beds, the neighbor's collection of succulents, and of course the chicken coop.
Staying at the cottage is very independent -- it's self check-in and check-out so we never actually met Gladys, although she gave us all the information we needed and was responsive over text.
Overall, it was a great place to spend our first week in the East Bay while we looked for permanent housing.