I started to say from the moment we arrived, we were greeted with such enthusiasm and appreciation from Robert, but it started before we checked in. The communication was excellent right from the start. Robert guided us right up to the home, making it so much less stressful than it could have been, finding a home off the main roads. After we arrived, Robert accompanied me to the parking structure, showing me exactly where to park. He took my kids and I on a short tour of the surrounding area, pointing out good eats, shopping areas, and things to do besides the beach. It was so helpful having a local person show us around.
The apartment was well appointed and very nice. Plenty of towels, both bath and beach towels, were available. The bathroom was clean and well suited for singles or a family. The bathroom has a tub/shower combo with a sliding glass door. In the kitchen, you will find a gas stove, refrigerator, stacked washer and dryer, microwave, coffee maker and a bar height table with 2 bar stools. Off the kitchen is bedroom #1, which has a very comfy queen sized bed, night table and a large closet. Moving into the main living area, you will find beautiful bamboo floors. The second bedroom is located off the living room. It too has a comfy queen bed covered in beautiful linens, night table, 2 dressers, a large closet and a small storage closet that contains extra chairs, beach toys, beach chairs and an umbrella that is available for guests use during their stay. The living room contains a beautiful and comfy couch, which becomes a queen sized bed, a comfy chair with a footstool, a coffee table and TV. Off to the side of the living room is a dining table with 4 chairs that we found super useful in that area.
The apartment is about 3 blocks from the beach, which can be reached in an easy walk. Be aware that the apartment is located in the elevated area of Manhattan Beach, so you'll walk down to the beach, shops and eats, but you'll have to walk back up. I had a recent knee replacement and it wasn't bad for me. The other thing the apartment has going for it is it's central location. Being right in the middle of town gives you so many choices. It was awesome.
To sum up our experience, I would give it 10 stars if that was possible. We truly enjoyed our stay. We enjoyed meeting Robert and appreciated his expediency when we called for something and his kindness and generosity. He was the best host I've ever met. So thank you Robert for making our trip wonderful.