In April my wife and I made our first trip to see Miami. Arriving by car, we did not have a preferred area of the city to stay in...we wanted to see various parts. The cottage is an older leafy neighborhood, tucked in between one of the highways and the Marlins stadium, in an area of stuccoed Mediterranean houses once far more prevalent in Miami. After you learn the one-way streets and freeway ramps (easy), you discover that the cottage offers close access to the arts district, the downtown marinas, the PAMM art center, South Beach, Vizcaya, Little Havana, etc. just as advertised. Ines will help out-of-towners with navigation and parking issues, which were pretty minor for a couple of New Yorkers, but might be an bigger problem if you're used to ample, free parking everywhere you go. Before we even arrived, Ines sent me a tip about which toll pass to get from the drug store for Miami's toll roads... very helpful!
The cottage itself is modest but has been thoughtfully equipped with everything a traveler might need or want, plus it has the kind of artistic flair and sparkle that makes it an inviting place to spend time when not touring. We were easily able to make our own breakfast each morning (which we prefer) and one night we decided to dine in with wine and take-out at one of the outdoor tables in the garden. Delightful! You don't always get that option, especially in the middle of a city.
Throughout our 3-night stay, Ines was attentive to our needs, helpful with answers, and respectful of our privacy. We could not have asked for a better hostess!