When reading this review, please keep in mind we stayed during an extreme heat wave in California. Cons: Since this unit does not have AC, you have to heavily rely on keeping the sliding glass door open to circulate the ocean air. Otherwise, the place becomes a sauna. The view is spectacular, but the flies are gross! Anytime you open the sliding glass door, be prepared to be bombarded with flies. The furniture could use some upgrading as well. The outdoor patio furniture was heavily used, and needed some replacement pillows. The indoor couch was a little small overused as well. None of the rooms had screens on any of the windows. This was also a factor for the flies! Because of relying only on the ocean air to cool the home, some ceiling fans in all bedrooms would be beneficial, but there were none a available. For the price we paid, we could have stayed at a luxury hotel. The price tag of the rental is because of the view and the proximity to the beach, nothing else. The unit does not come with beach supplies, be prepared to bring your own beach towel.
Pros: You are no more than 20-30 steps to Manhattan Beach. The neighborhood is quiet and convenient. LAX is 15 minutes from this place. The view is spectacular, but other than that, nothing really stands out as excellent. Would we stay here again? Probably not, one time was plenty. I need some luxury when on vacation.