Afkham's place is beautiful and perfect for a solo traveler, or a couple. I needed a place that was nearby my parents house, as I was visiting from NYC, and Afkham's was a blessing. It's located in the east foothills, surrounded by nature. You can smell the eucalyptus in the air when you enter the premises. Being that the house is in the hills, there's a gorgeous view of the skyline from the front of the main house. You can really see how big San José is! The cottage was immaculate, and cozy, but not cramped by any means. My girlfriend and I had plenty of space and never felt uncomfortable at any time. We took advantage of the private patio area to meditate, talk, and just listen to the birds. It's really peaceful in the morning. Afkham's cottage has a full kitchen with all the utensils and pottery which was a plus. The bed was comfortable, and the shower was hot and had great water pressure. I highly recommend her cottage if you want to have a peaceful secluded visit to the beautiful city of San José.