The cottage was indeed cozy, and perfect for our needs over the Christmas holiday! It's airy and light while staying toasty warm - a really nice feature, and not always true at homes in damp Portland. The neighborhood was quiet and we enjoyed walking there. Although we didn't do any cooking, it was great to have the ability to make coffee/tea and have the place stocked with some of both so we didn't have to make a trip to the store. While we did not meet Alison in person, but she was great about staying in touch and making sure we knew how to reach her if we needed anything.
Reasonable price, good location, beautiful space, welcoming host and the ok to bring our dog - we'd definitely recommend the Cozy Cottage to anyone looking for a place to stay in Portland!