If you are excited for an epic ocean view and relaxing vibe upon your arrival at Lynda’s place, you should be! ;-) even the drive to this gem of a home has some of the most breathtaking panoramic ocean views as you wind your way up the canyon road.
I was hoping that the sweeping ocean views as pictured in the listing would be 1/2 as great and was overjoyed to pull into the gated private drive (that fits 2 to 3 cars comfortably) and see that the sheer beauty of the 180 degree unobstructed ocean view was 10 times better than I could have imagined.
Upon arrival, Cody, the manager of the property, met us (with his mask on) and gave us a tour. Lynda and her family are clearly lovely people and the home radiates that warmth and comfort. The home has plenty of cozy spots to relax and unwind inside but also several handy work areas including a desk and a spacious dining room table, with that signature view! The fireplace was great to take the edge off of chilly nights while chatting or watching movies on the large screen TV and the AC/Heat worked super fast to keep us toasty by night and cool during a few hours when the sun is high during the day. Mostly we enjoyed open sliders and windows for temperate and fresh ocean breezes. The beds are super comfortable and the home is situated in a quiet spot for great sleeping.
We felt very safe having a few family and friends over for socially distanced meals on the large deck with a massive and lovely granite table and comfortable chairs plus a few bar stools at the kitchen window!
The kitchen is spacious, easy to navigate and yes- that view is right out your windows as you prep meals- sunset dinners whipped up outside on the gas grill will hold a special place in my memories....
The master bedroom/bath has its own little deck that is enclosed from the neighbors but open to the ocean breezes and view so mid day bath time on the weekends and waking up as the sun was rising with the birds singing added to the magic.
We even had several visits from a hummingbird who merrily visited the potted plants on the deck less than a foot away from us!
Lynda and Cody left us some goodies including coffee, tea, almond milk and a bottle of wine (we were their first ever guests!) and Cody was so helpful in navigating the area. My Mom and I became “regulars” at “Vintage” grocery store up the PCH which has Everything you could ever need as well as some adorable open air shops to stroll around and a great beach across the street to get a nice fix of sand in your toes!
Beyond the actual house, the neighborhood itself is so spectacular. Clearly everyone loves living there and they are all quick with a hello and genuinely friendly conversation while out walking (while being respectful of distancing).
The vineyard on the property is also a wonderful buffer to the outside world... it makes you feel as if you’ve landed in the south of France and is also a sweet little place to meander with your morning tea...
We are so grateful for the hospitality and the opportunity to spend a week having our mother/daughter pandemic reunion at Lynda and her family’s spectacular home.