Great location! We often stay in cottages in PB and MB, but this was our first time staying in OB. We loved that decision! Though the OB beach is smaller, there was so much to do (dog beach, collect shells, eat on the pier, visit the tide pools). Emily's cottage is so conveniently located that, with the right circumstances, you could visit without needing a rental car. There are so many restaurants/little markets within a short walking distance. We had a car but only used it once to go to Sea World. The private parking space was helpful and best serves a small/economy sized car.
The cottage was typical of most beach cottages but, unlike many in which we have stayed, had a window AC unit. This was helpful! We really only used the cottage for sleeping so found it to be very warm when we would return after a full day out...but the window unit cooled it pretty quickly and Emily provides a box fan, which helped to distribute the cool air to the back of the cottage.
The cottage was clean and seemed well-stocked (we didn't really cook there). The linens were in good shape. The shower was clean and free of mold. And the location felt safe. Additionally, with the AC and fan, we never were bothered by any noise from planes.
I traveled with my 7 year old son, and the cottage size and location were perfect for us. Emily was prompt and courteous with all communication. Check-in was easy. Thanks, Emily!