Shortly before arriving, Sandy sent me a great introduction letter with clear instructions on my arrival and I felt very prepared and welcomed into their beautiful cottage. Both Sandy and Kristin were wonderful as far as having the perfect balance between being both accommodating and respecting my privacy and I felt completely comfortable throughout my stay and I even got to hang out with their delightful dogs, Dolly and Lucky!

The studio itself is in an adorable neighborhood that is in walking distance to all of the restaurants and shops in downtown Temescal and it's conveniently located between two BART stations, so transportation is a breeze. If I wasn't in the process of moving to Oakland myself, I would make this my go-to destination for all future trips to the bay area, but at least I have peace in knowing that I have a great recommendation for all visiting friends moving forward!