This place is a rare find that makes for a very special stay with a big flat yard, a great heated pool and outdoor kitchen and such easy access to the beach. You do need to cross PCH to get to the water, but if you're patient it's easy to do so safely.
We traveled from just an hour away, stayed during the pandemic with our daughters, took all of our own food, and enjoyed every part of the house. We truly felt like we were on a real vacation. The place was immaculate when we arrived and I can vouch for the extra precautions with cleanliness that Melissa has taken if you are traveling during the pandemic.
With the open floor plan I didn't feel like I was missing out on anything when I was in the kitchen and our daughters enjoyed having privacy in rooms at opposite ends of the house. Melissa and Nerissa are great hosts and really go the extra mile to make sure everything is perfect. This is a great place to go with kids of all ages.