I needed a place to stay on my recent last minute weekend trip to the Bay and was hoping AirBnb would pull through for me. I saw Erika's little cottage and I immediately wanted to stay there!

This place is really amazing. First of all it's maybe a block from the Rockridge BART station and the whole neighborhood is quiet and friendly. There was also plenty of parking and lots of great eating withing walking distance. I recommend brunch at the Crepevine on College! Upon arrival Erika was a warm and inviting host and showed me and my guest to our accommodations.

There's a private entrance that leads through the yard to the oversize sliding doors/windows. Inside it's one large open space with a clean look and some interesting features. The place is modern yet still feels really cozy and inviting, and Erika's provided lots of little hospitality details. Things like the little water kettle and tea, travel size toiletries, and most anything else you'd need for a couple of nights stay.

My only concern at first was the bed. It seemed like it would be small and a little firm compared to my big soft bed at home, but I slept like a rock. Way more comfortable than pretty much any hotel bed I've slept in, Getting in and out of bed is a little bit of a challenge though, especially getting down the stairs first thing in the morning. It's worth it though and the loft bed feels so cozy with the skylight looking up at the stars and the occasional faint whisper of the BART train.

Would I stay here again? I can only hope so!