The location of this place cannot be beat. No ocean view, but you literally step outside the unit and onto the street, then turn left. You can see the ocean from the curb, only 1 block away. Early morning walks on the Esplanade are great, and recommended.
If you take the back alley from the apartment building, a Trader Joe's, Starbucks, Tea Leaf & Coffee Bean, Yogurtland and numerous restaurants are literally a 3-minute walk away. A Vons supermarket is about a 5 minute walk away if you want to buy groceries.
We were locals to the area seeking a stay-cation so we didn't do this, but you can rent bicycles at the far southern end of Redondo Beach on the boardwalk below, and bike all the way up to Hermosa Pier, Manhattan Beach, Venice Beach, or even further north if you want.
The apartment itself is a very cute and cozy 1-bedroom, it felt like a little oceanside bungalow. It's right in the middle of the action but tucked away on a quiet residential street.
The living room TV has Netflix on Roku, which is nice. Coffee maker, full kitchen w/ large fridge & microwave/stove, and in the bathroom a nice hot shower and hair dryer. An empty armoire is provided to hang your clothing and personal items, and the bed is large and comfy.
This is an ideal place for a couple seeking a beach getaway with all the conveniences, although 1 small child could possible sleep on the couch just outside the bedroom.
All in all, a great stay - no complaints, when life's a beach!