Marylove's cottage is a charming and well-appointed home away from home in a great spot. I have long loved this neighborhood (Seaview) along the Red Road. The best part, however, is Marylove's warm spirit as a host, with a welcoming smile and genuine interest in her guests' comfort.
The cottage is quite spacious and perfect for one or two people. The large bedroom has a comfortable king-size bed, and the living, dining, and kitchen is plenty roomy and well furnished as well. The only small room is the bathroom, which is tasteful and perfectly functional for the amount of time you spend in it. The fully-applianced kitchen is nice and is well maintained. I was happy to find lots of kitchen basics available such as coffee, sugar, salt, pepper, etc. Since my habit is to prepare coffee and breakfast each morning and enjoy them on the lanai, this was a great feature.
The outdoor space is beautiful and is where I did most of my living. The whole backyard space behind the house is devoted to the cottage as private outdoor space. The large covered lanai has lots of loungy furniture, and a smaller side lanai has a table and chairs. The washer and dryer are also out on the lanai. The surrounding landscaping is well maintained and provides a nice environment. I have a number of friends in the neighborhood, so during these pandemic times, the outdoor space was a joy to have so that I could safely visit with people. One thing to note is that mosquitos enjoy the lanai and the foliage as much as humans do, so wearing bug spray or burning citronella candles is a good idea.
Finally, communication was easy and quick. Marylove is responsive to questions and ensures that you know everything you need to know before and during your stay.
In short, Marylove's cottage is a great place to stay and Marylove is an outstanding and very personable host.