This was our 2nd stay at the cottage and we were just as pleased as we were the first time. Erika notified us in advance of the delay of their main home remodel/construction, which turned out to be no inconvenience at all. In fact, after hearing about a possible wi-fi/internet issue, the contractor checked in with us (with permission) and let us know to contact him if anything arises.
After entering the property through a fairy-tale like gate, signs direct you to the cottage, which is separated from the main house by a bricked courtyard, trees and a windowed plaster wall. The cottage itself has its own front courtyard with a dutch front door. Chilly in the winter, but warmed quickly with the small space heater, enough so that you can open windows to keep fresh air flowing. The kitchenette has supplies to make a simple meal, including a stove, microwave, toaster and serving ware.
Being a 2-short block walk from the shore was convenient for morning walks with our Great Dane, who was also welcome at the cottage. A short walk north up the shore leads to a large beach area where humans and their dogs can stroll and/or watch the surfers on the huge waves. The neighborhood is quiet and quant. The cottage is an 8-20 minute drive from downtown Monterey, the wharf, Cannary Row, Pacific Grove and Carmel. There is also a huge beach in Carmel that the dogs can play.
We arrived to fresh baked cookies and a bottle of wine. Due to the host being offsite from her remodel, she stocked the mini-fridge with homemade yogurt and granola, bread and butter and fresh fruit. Quite delicious! We cannot say enough about how much we love our stay at the cottage and have already booked our 3rd stay for next year.