Seal Beach was better than advertised. Our family of 4 came on Thanksgiving weekend (4 nights) with the idea of cooking a big dinner and just hanging out. Our kids are 26 and 16 so the twin beds worked great for our purposes. The kitchen was outfitted so much better than expected. There was everything we needed, pots, pans, a nice set of dishes, placemats and a table that seated 6 so we could comfortably fit for the cousins that came to join us for dinner. Lois answered all of my emails promptly and was willing to help us in whatever way we needed. She even made sure there was a roasting pan for the turkey. The weather was pretty cold, so we happily watched movies from the large collection supplies and Turner Classics in the cozy cottage. The quality of decor made you feel like the cottage was taken care of and loved, not just a spare place to rent out. Mayne Island is charming. There's great hiking trails and a few restaurants, but if you can cook I recommend it. The grocery store has everything you need and is within walking distance of the cottage. There's also a terrific bakery right next to it. There's also camping spots on the property if the house isn't big enough for your group.