The ONLY problem I had with this place, was that it isn't mine!!!
Our little family of 5 - dog is #5 - (it can fit more people) felt RIGHT AT HOME, as there's SO much heart coming with this home.
We could entertain our friends on the super cool deck (which not only looks like it's straight from a home design magazine, but also, is zoned so easily for the adults, the kids and the inbetweeners (read: "tweens"). In my 11-yr old twins' words: "THIS IS LIKE ELON MUSK'S BACKYARD, BUT ONLY WITHOUT A POOL!" (Did not even KNOW they knew who EM is, haha!)
It it's rainy, it's easy to entertain inside as well, as the front deck is partially covered and the inside is big enough.
The natural light is incredible in this house, which - as a photographer & artist - is a major factor for me in enjoying the stay while getting great family shots! For those greyer days when the weather took a turn, the natural light still did a good job, but there are several lamps strategically placed ALL OVER the house for just the right ambience you'll need (and I'm ALL about "hygge" - the Swedish concept of a home that's like a cosy nest, as if it's giving you a hug).
For anyone of all ages who like to play or be entertained, there are cupboards & baskets FILLED with boardgames, kids' toys, dvd's (for all ages) and... wait for it... RECORDS (vinyls).
Our little princess Jack Russell dog, Leela, has plenty of space to run & sniff around in, so it's a total paws-up from her as well!
If anyone's like a bit high maintenance & private like me, you'd prefer loads of bathrooms for practical & discreet reasons, but the toilet was separated from the adorable, dusty pink bathroom (which is in the centre of the house, but TOTALLY private & unobstrusive), and never were my concerns - even with our many, MANY guests - a problem. It worked.
It's literally a hop, skip & jump to the nearest beach, so yes, you can walk there with the kiddos (& dog), EASILY.
This is the prettiest, loveliest place we've ever booked through Air BnB, and the home & it's GENEROUS yard made us feel like we could breathe... swinging chairs/seats on front-backyard, YES!!!
The room sizes are generously proportioned, so 2 families or a group of girlfriends (my next plan!) can EASILY stay there without being in anyone's hair/way, as there are also plenty of "hiding/getting away" spots in & around this lovely, nostalgic home.
It SEEMS like a place that belongs to simpler times from a bygone era, BUT it contains all the luxuries this princess needed in order to stay comfy (aircons, dishwasher, washing machine, etc).
The worst issue you'll experience regarding your stay, will be that you'll find it SUPER hard to leave behind.
Philippa is an excellent and VERY generous host who has allowed us into this very endearing space of hers. Thank you for being so accommodating and lovely, Philippa!