Staying with Grace & Jonno was more pleasant than we could have ever imagined. A long distance partner and I were planning a trip to meet up for the first time, and we are INCREDIBLY grateful to have chosen this place as our special getaway.
In regards to the Airbnb basics, both check-in and check-out were simple, communication was fast and smooth, and the room was exactly as described. In regards to COVID-19, we all wore our masks when greeting at check-in, and felt like social distancing was handled very respectfully whenever we got to chat with the hosts outside. No worries at all.
What made the space so amazing was all of the thoughtful details. We were welcomed with a complimentary bottle of cabernet, and the room had everything from a candle and matches to bottled water in the mini-fridge. The furniture and backyard are AMAZING. We enjoyed our meals outside and watched the moon rise every night, with the sound of the koi pond trickling in the background. The guest house is located right next to Jonno's shop where you can peek in and see what incredible piece of furniture or art he is working on. His work is impressive, and you can appreciate it everywhere once you notice his handiwork all over the yard and guest house.
This leads me to a point I could not possibly leave out. Grace & Jonno are two of the kindest and most interesting hosts you will ever have the pleasure of meeting! While my partner and I were headed out for a neighborhood walk, we ran into Grace & Jonno. Next thing you know, we had been talking in the backyard for what must have been over an hour... but it felt like just minutes. After reflecting on our stay, my partner and I both expressed that we felt like we had stayed with family. Their hospitality and charm truly contributed to our special experience.
That being said, you can indeed enjoy your privacy while hanging out in the yard. We always felt like we had the space we needed. :)
We were able to find some outdoor dining options, and even ordered delivery from "Must Be Thai" (Grace's recommendation) which turned out to be some of the best Thai food I have ever had! And trust me, I'm a Thai food fiend...
And yes. In case you were wondering, the shower does indeed live up to all of the hype.
We wish we had had more time to taste all of the delicious food that our hosts recommended, as well as more time to explore the area and chat with Grace & Jonno. Without a doubt, we would book this place a thousand times over again. We highly recommend it to anyone looking for a heartwarming, charming, and peaceful stay in San Jose. <3