We loved staying at the Casita! The layout of the house was of course the first thing that endeared us to it (the wraparound bookshelves, the cleverly placed amenities, the high ceiling with fan, the bed tucked under the far wall with reading lights on both sides). It was a very relaxing place, not only because of the calming interior design, but also because of the quiet and beautiful garden area just outside our door. We definitely plan to stay again on a future visit to Oakland!