My husband and I stayed here and brought Sammy, our cat. Erika welcomed us with a nice breakfast of homemade goodies and the best chocolate chip cookies that I ever tasted (recipe in back of a thorough informational binder), and a really sweet personalized welcome sign. The entry to the cottage had a wonderful landscape and stone walkway that opened up to a beautiful courtyard with tasteful patio furniture and clear directional signage. The entry to the cottage is beautiful with a split door. The inside is bright and cozy with a beach seascape theme, with light blue and white accents and natural wood. The kitchenette is small, yet fully stocked and well organized. The bathroom is generous in size, and airy. The cottage has its own private courtyard with patio furniture that complements the landscape. The bed is one of the most comfortable beds I have ever slept in and all of the furniture was comfortable. Our kitty (a large friendly and curious orange tabby), hopped on the windowsill and broke a piece off, and although I was horrified and offered to pay for repairs, Erika was gracious and made it seem like an easy repair. In summary, this is a wonderful place to stay and Erika is a terrific host with thoughtful attention to details. We will definitely return!