First off, the neighborhood is great. Tons of free street parking, easy access to Highway 5, VERY walkable (Mission Hills, Hillcrest, Balboa Park if you're feeling ambitious), very safe, very quiet. There are plenty of amenities (restaurants, two grocery stores, corner stores, taco shops, pharmacy) within a 5-minute (or less) drive, or a 15 minute walk.
The cottage itself is nicely-sized, with a separate bedroom and a full kitchen. I utilized the kitchen for most of my meals. Everything was clean and tidy when I got there. There's a shady yard right outside, and a small private area for the cottage itself. I was very comfortable there. The neighborhood is very quiet for sleeping. The cottage itself is separated enough from the house that you get a lot of privacy. That being said, the hosts are easily accessible via text if you should need anything.
I spent a week at the cottage and felt like I lived there.