The beach cottage was even better than described! So so close to the beach, we could see it from the front gate, and very cozy inside. Comfortable bed, clean bathroom and full kitchen if you plan to cook. We used the beach chairs and towels every day, and also used the two bikes each morning to bike down to Santa Monica. Great location near the pier and lots of restaurants - definitely go to the Cow's End for breakfast! Awesome place, I will definitely stay here again if I'm ever back in Venice!