Jeremy and Rachel's cottage is CA perfection! Both my husband and I along with our 9 month old stayed here for a month while transferring and house hunting in the area. The location is better than any hotel if you're wanting to experience Rockridge and all of the amazing restaurants and shops along College. You literally turn left when exiting the driveway (passing their lovely chicken coop) and walk down a couple of blocks to reach College. For dinner (breakfast on the weekends as well...sweetest little diner at the end of the road) we would push our daughter in her stroller and during the day I would put her in her carrier on me and we would walk to pick-up coffee, shop at the many markets or have lunch. If you choose to dine in, the kitchen lends itself to heating small meals. Provided is a toaster oven, refrigerator, small cooking top, ample amounts of dishes and cooking utensils. The French press and kettle were helpful as well. When arriving we were welcomed by fresh lemons, no doubt from one of their many citrus trees, and yummy fig jam!

The entrance is separate with a shared courtyard as pictured. The structure has been redone in great taste. Keep in mind it does get a bit hot during the day. To solve this they'll provide a fan if needed and opening the windows helps during the day...the mornings and evenings feel amazing with the windows open allowing the breeze in. This set-up is perfect for a single or a couple with infant (our daughter slept in her pack-n-play and bathed in her blowup ducky bathtub) but wouldn't suggest it for a family with active small child. It is a studio set-up within close vicinity to the main house and neighbors so you wouldn't want to create too much noise.

It really is a great choice for Berkeley accommodations. If ever there is a time in the future friends or family need a place to stay we're excited about the prospect of sending them Rachel and Jeremy's way.