The location was perfect - near Mills College, good food, several parks with walking trails. The cottage was clean and homey, with plenty of places to sit and talk and read. There was comfortable seating for 5, and it could have been 6. The fold-out bed was surprisingly comfortable - I am thinking about getting that brand for my house. The view out the window into the garden was like looking into an old British fairy book - charming, whimsical, colorful. The hosts (Amanda's parents) were warm and welcoming. Her father often was working in the garden or yard, and he would pause to say hello, ask how things were going and if we needed anything, and offer a few tips on local places. We ended up needing to check out a little bit late, and they were so gracious about it. The house is at the top of a steep hill, so I was really glad we had a rental car for getting around. I'm looking forward to staying here again the next time I go to visit my daughter at Mills!