This cottage was PERFECT for my business trip to Palo Alto. Close to downtown but just enough away from it all to feel like a retreat. The owner of the place (the host's mother) was super friendly and the patio is even more lush than pictured. It was thoughtfully stocked with necessities and beautifully designed/decorated. It's pretty small so I wouldn't recommend it for more than one person. There is some traffic noise from a nearby busy street, so it's not a great place for a meditation retreat, but overall I found it totally delightful. I'm actually staying again next week and can't wait!