This remote mountain suite sounded like the perfect spot to stay while visiting our daughter who lives in Los Gatos. The price point was attractive too. Since we live in the mountains of western North Carolina we were not put off by the description of the 2 plus miles of the narrow mountain road. The pictures on the suite suggested a comfortable accommodation. Unfortunately, those descriptions proved to be good marketing but less than accurate. The last 1.25 miles of road are single lane switchbacks with periodic minimal pull-offs. It’s a challenge when there is light but at night it can be terrifying to be confronted by another driver and you must back up or squeeze by.
The basement suite itself is dated and gloomy. Windows are high with no view of the area. The carpet needs to be at least cleaned and better yet replaced and walls repainted to brighten the interior. Yes, there are glasses but it’s uncomfortable to have to offer a guest a cocktail in a tall plastic tumbler. We appreciated the eggs in the frig. They came from the owners’ hens. Unfortunately, there was no coffee or a table or chairs (except a rolling desk chair in the cramped bedroom) to sit at.
Because there is no soundproofing, we felt like part of the families who reside here - hearing muffled conversation and children’s activities.
To the owner’s credit – the bathroom which one gets to up several stairs and through the kitchen has been updated. And the queen mattress was comfortable.
Sorry folks, but we cannot recommend this Airbnb.