The cottage was perfect. Perfect as in we fell in love with it as soon as we made it up the driveway. For being in a neighborhood setting, we definitely still felt the privacy and seclusion that we were looking for. Up next we found bright windows, a welcoming backyard, and a comfortable/clean interior which made us feel right at home. The outdoor shower in between the redwoods, as well as the relaxing hot tub and sunny deck were all cherries on top. I also greatly appreciated how quickly Joe and Ellen responded to any questions we contacted them with. It made the booking process simple, and really made us feel comfortable knowing we had someone to contact for any issues. Not that we had any. This week was supposed to be a mini vacation to breathe some fresh air and get out of the city. We got that and so much more. Thank you Joe and Ellen for sharing this hidden gem with us. We would definitely like to visit again.