We Stayed at the Cottage for 12 days and were very comfortable. Mary Beth did everything possible to make us feel at home there. It is small, but extremely well laid out with everything that you would need. It is within easy driving distance to many, many restaurants, the beach, highways to go to Capitola, Monterrey, Big Sur, many lovely forests, I could go on and on. Since I had to work while I was there, I can personally comment on the quietness and peacefulness. I got great nights sleep and was able to get to work early in the morning refreshed. The kitchen and laundry work great!