We didn't get to meet Kate, who ahead of time told me she would be away, but her mother Kathrine greeted us and was delightful to visit with and get information from. While we didn't see her again, it was a nice welcome. The "Magical Cottage" as we started to refer to the cottage is better than it photographs! We couldn't have happier with the accommodations and the location!!! We walked everywhere, racking up about 10 miles a day going from the Magical Cottage to the Piedmont area, back down College Avenue, back to Piedmont for a movie and dinner. The best!!