Once inside, the cottage is pretty much as described. But it is not “by the sea,” unless you mean all of Long Beach is by the sea. The property is located in an urban area. It is east of 7th Street, which is a major city thruway. I lived in this area and even I assumed it would be closer to sea. I believe the area is know as Eastside or Rose Park. Were the cottage west of 7th, in say Belmont Heights, then people could actually walk to shore. As is, I think it’s disingenuous to advertise the cottage as “by the sea.” That is really my only complaint. Had I traveled a long way to stay here, I would be terribly disappointed. The other issues are much smaller and forgivable.