Tuesday 11th September to Thursday 13th September
We arrived at Christine’s house early in the afternoon after a long flight from the Uk. Cristine greeted us and made us feel welcome even though we arrived before our scheduled check in time. The house was spotlessly clean and comfortable. It’s situated in a nice area and within easy walking distance to a local supermarket and nice restaurants. Cristine recommended the Thyme cafe round the corner that did a lovely breakfast.
We only stayed for 2 nights as we were on a fly drive road trip. Cristine was our first point of call in Santa Monica and made our first use of air bnb a pleasurable experience. On our arrival Cristine pointed us in the direction of the beach as we were keen to explore the area. We walked to Santa Monica beach, Venice beach and canals, muscle beach and had our evening meal on Santa Monica pier before walking back up to Cristines house. It was a leisurely walk, around 9 miles by the time we got back late though. We only walked so far as we were keen to see as much of the area in the short time we had there. It was dark when we got back, but entering the property was easy using a key code on the door. The well stocked bathroom was clean and functional. The bed was super comfy after our long day. The next day we had a lovely breakfast at the Thyme cafe and made our way to the Hollywood sign, Beverley Hills, the walk of fame and sunset boulevard. All of these were in an easy hours drive away from Cristines place.
Cristine offered us the use of the pool and hot tub, but we declined as the jet lag was taking its toll and bed was the best option.
Thank you Cristine for researching weather Yosemite was open after it had been closed all summer due to the fires. Luckily for us it had been reopened just two weeks prior to our visit.
The next morning after an excellent nights sleep and breakfast at Thyme cafe we made an early start up the Pacific Coast Highway to our next air bnb in Santa Cruz.
I would definitely recommend this lovely air bnb when staying in Santa Monica. Thank you.