Mark and Shara were great hosts and very welcoming. The studio was lovely, it was exactly as described and exceeded my expectations . Mark was very quick to respond and sent really easy to follow directions on how to enter the studio. The yard is also very relaxing and peaceful, I wish I could have had more time to enjoy it. Temescal and is great neighborhood and the studio is near Bakesale Betty's which is one of my favorite places to eat at!! I highly recommended Mark and Shara's studio and hope to stay here for future trips to Oakland.