This is a wonderful, peaceful, quiet studio. It's in a great neighborhood for walking, and it is close to downtown Redwood City. We put a high value on the apartment's natural light and the beautiful, private backyard. And in California, you want to be able to take advantage of the sun and the outdoors. Both were very possible here. We were there during a hot spell (mid- to upper-80s), but the studio had excellent cross-ventilation and we stayed very comfortable (without AC) by opening up during the cool evenings and closing up in the morning. The hosts communicate well and are super-responsive. We made a last-minute reservation, and they were even able to accommodate an early check-in. This was greatly appreciated, as were all the little things they provided. There are a few design quirks that may not be for everyone, but this worked beautifully for us for a short-term stay.