I had a lovely stay at the cottage! EJ had everything ready for me by the time I came in which was great after a grueling day of traveling. The accommodations are simple, but had all the essentials I needed for the month. There is a ton of privacy since it is its own living area separate from the house. The location was wonderful! I was able to utilize the bus system to commute the entire month and having Trader Joe's and CVS/Walgreens just a short walk away was so convenient. It was also very close to Lake Merritt and a local park, both of which are good for morning runs. EJ was helpful with any questions or concerns I had, and his recommendations and guidebook were a good jumping off point for exploring the area. Overall, I would definitely recommend staying here!