We appreciated the attention to detail and the little things like all the hooks to hang clothes and towels , luggage racks/holders, ample hangers, laundry detergent. Cookware galore, bathroom toiletries, basic condiments, coffee, etc. The internet was very fast, and the tv is for streaming only. We wanted to watch the NFL playoffs, but we couldn't stream it because we didn't have the provider info.
It was also very quiet. All of the windows and open layout made it feel brighter, especially since you're situated in the beautiful trees.
We rented the home because I love being in nature, and the Silicon Valley hotels don't have much personality. I was in business for 1.5 weeks with the weekend to explore nature with my hubby and friends. The home easily accommodated us cooking with six of us eating in the dining area. It was too cold and rainy on and off to use the bbq and spacious deck.
Walkable from the house is a small general store with a good wine selection and an Italian restaurant that we ordered pizza from during the game. Access to Los Gatos, San Jose, SJC, and all the trails is very convenient (good trails all within 10 - 20 minutes) as well as Santa Cruz. It is a bit of a drive through the neighborhood and very dark at night, so plan for that if you have to drive at night and are on a time constraint. My husband arrived a few days after me, and his Uber driver was so confused at night. However, I found driving there at night easy- excellent directions. Btw, checkin was super easy. There were accidents on the 17 about 60% of the week days that I drove to and from Santa Clara, so take that into consideration if needing to make that drive (leave by 6:45am).
The light switches were confusing, some worked as expected, some did nothing, sometimes the porch light worked, sometimes all the outside lights were on, shining onto the tiny house where someone lives (he's quite friendly).
There's a woodstove, which was ideal given the cool and rainy weather. One bundle of firewood left as a starter would've been nice. Especially since a small bundle at the local store is $10.
All in all, we loved Cynthia and Andrew's home. It had everything we needed to cook and feel at home. I would definitely recommend it for a couple or small family. We'd stay again!