First, we agree with what others have written, when you walk into the adorable courtyard you immediately see the amazing view through the windows. Pictures cannot do the views in this home justice.
Second, the amount of well organized items for your use, whether it be seasonings, a coffee maker, margarita glasses, serving platters, (I could go on and on), in Tara’s kitchen was by far the best stocked for a great trip, or, as my daughters did Instagram table settings, we have stayed at.
Third, we chose to have food delivered multiple times, there is a great variety of cuisines from many apps that deliver within 20-40 minutes. Truly you could pay way more for a similar view at a few of the restaurants in the area or do as we did and enjoy your private view while feasting on yummy less expensive local flavors.
Fourth, sitting in the spa looking out at the ocean… enough said(:
Fifth, Tara’s instructions/communication at the home, on this site, and, by text is fast, reliable and thoughtful.
To address other concerns I had due to past reviews-
- Noise from PCH is not as noticeable as I expected. Down stairs and on the decks you don’t hear it at all, upstairs even during busy traffic we only noticed loud motorcycles a couple times. (The closed in courtyard in front blocks the noise you would normally hear on PCH) Truly a gem of house to be this quiet on PCH
- We stayed when waves at high tide only hit the lower part of the sea wall. We had no shaking of the house at all.
- Parking space is wider and longer than I expected, again, especially on PCH. My daughter parked across PCH with no issue.
Tara has multiple well marked traffic post you can move to hold your spot in front of the house. We used them but had no issue with anyone trying to take our parking space.
- My husband has to walk with his oxygen on, so the first floor having the kitchen, dining, living room, one of the bathrooms and the bunkbed room was perfect. Easy for him to maneuver around without ever getting near the stair well. Easy for him to get out to the upper deck and watch the dolphins. The bottom bunk bed is full size and comfy. Tara has tv’s in front of both bunk beds. Amazing right!
She has so many thoughtful touches to enjoy and relax.
Lastly, Mother Nature showed up in full. From the sound of the waves to the daily dolphins, seals and birds putting on their show, to the beautiful sunsets…
We Definitely recommend this home and hope to return again soon.