Jane's cottage is located within walking distance to Lake Merritt. The cottage has a separate entrance that is located behind the main house. There are two other residencies in this lot. Overall, this airbnb is a good value for anyone looking to stay near Lake Merritt because of its proximity to restaurants and cafes. On Saturday mornings, there is a farmer's market nearby on Grand Ave. One thing I didn't like too much was the late check-in instructions from the host. She promised to send instructions that contained the code to unlock the door by 4pm and I didn't get it until I called her. She declined multiple calls and sent the code shortly after 10mins of the call. Now that may not seem like much, but I reserved this in order to accommodate my parents that were visiting from out of town. Not knowing when we'll be able to enter the house we reserved is an anxious feeling that we never want to replicate. Another note for consideration is the photos in the listing does not match the actual condition of the apartment. Spider webs and dust can be seen in the ceiling corners and throughout the common area. The sofa in the living room is squalid. On the grounds of the late check-in instructions and inconsistent photos with actual conditions, I hesitate to recommend this airbnb to future guests.