This was a great bargain - lovely place - definitely would stay there again. First, a few, very drawbacks, that certainly are significant enough to make anyone hesitate to stay here: The place is slightly run-down in spots- one of the french doors to the deck had a broken lock, and couldn't be opened; there is a small high window in the bathroom that has a broken curtain rod, so although no one can probably see in, it's a bit uncomfortable - but we just tacked up the curtain, and that worked. One of the double-hung windows in the bedroom doesn't stay open, and has to be propped open.

Very minimal issues - the photos don't do the place justice - I was worried that it looked like a dark space, but it's really full of light - both natural, and with Christmas lights everywhere. It's quite spacious, also, and the couch in the living area is incredibly comfortable. Little amenities like fleece throws are very welcome. I loved the optimistic signs that were throughout the place (even though I'm generally a cynic). A good-sized bedroom with plenty of closet space and drawers - comfortable queen-size bed.

Although we didn't cook there, the kitchen is large, and well-stocked with everything one would need. Thomasina provided us with a generous amount of coffee beans. The bathroom is newly-renovated, with a beautiful shower stall. The deck is great, and shielded from the street with a green hedge.

The location is fantastic - a quick walk to the beach, on a not too busy street. Washington Blvd., with a lot of nice restaurants, if you don't want to drive anywhere, is just a few blocks away. We rented a car, and though Thomasina warned us parking could be difficult, especially on the weekends - we were always able to find a place within a block.

We didn't get to meet Thomasina, but she was responsive to our few requests. It was easy to get into the place - there is an keypad on the door, and Thomasina makes the code personal to you and easy to remember - we walked into the place, with fresh flowers in the living room and bedroom, a bottle of wine and cookies, and music playing. We would definitely stay there again.