I highly recommend staying at the Owl's Nest! The cottage is lovely and it's obvious John has put a lot of care into it, literally through handcrafting the cottage and in the wealth of information on the area provided to guests.
The cottage is clean, with all the listed amenities plus style and charm. Both the cottage and the neighborhood are peaceful and quiet. There seems great access to transportation via the nearby bike trail or public transit. John was easy to communicate with and accommodating to our last minute request to book.
For me, what sets this listing a part is the effort John has made to ensure that you enjoy your time exploring the area and your time cozied up at the Owl's Nest.