Remarkable lodging that Paul and his wife have created in Redondo Beach and are kind to share with others. We feel most fortunate to have discovered their studio detached cottage and to have experienced their welcome and hospitality. We would be delighted to stay again if our travels permit and wholeheartedly recommend this location to other airbnb guests of Paul's. The posting on airbnb is wholly accurate and is even more striking and impressive in person. Access was quite easy and the availability of off road parking included in the reservation a big plus for us as we had a rental car. You are but a few blocks from the oceanfront and a brilliant promenade to walk, run, blade, or as we did bike--courtesy of the two very functional and comfortable beach cruisers that is also included in the rental. We enjoyed a leisurely ride north to Manhattan Beach (about 5 miles each way) and along the way took in the beaches, piers, homes and restaurants from Redondo Beach and Hermosa Beach. Were we staying for more than one night we would have enjoyed biking all the way to Santa Monica and back! There are a number of inviting bars and restaurants in this part of South Bay--a fine guidebook with local recommendations is provided by Paul. We enjoyed happy hour at Mangiamo's in Manhattan Beach where they had an excellent selection of wines by the glass and small plates. We can also recommend Mediterraneo on Pier Ave in Hermosa Beach where on Tuesdays select tapas plates are two for one. We also enjoyed nearby Cafe Bonaparte the following morning for coffee and croissant and had a chance to stroll the Wens. Farmer's market (Manhattan Beach's is on Tues.). At Paul's cottage there were refreshments and nice provisions for coffee, tea with oatmeal or snack for the morning or other times of the day.
The studio cottage has ample size and space, the bathroom with walk-in shower is very refreshing and the bed and couch quite comfortable. We enjoyed our stay in winter and can imagine a day, a week or even longer in any season, in particular summer, would be a real delight. We hope you enjoy Paul & his wife's hospitality as we did--such a warm and professionally created space with so many personal and charming touches. Many thanks again!
-Peter and Jennifer