This home was cozy, calm and reminiscent of my childhood home as well as a stay in an older villa in Montego Bay, Jamaica many years ago. The bed was comfortable, tv was easy to manage and I was able to complete work for my job with no interruptions. WinCo, Walmart, Starbucks are right down the street. While it is not close to beach front, it is right around the corner from the Lakewood Mall, restaurants and Target. I personally was not looking for anything beach front. Parking was super easy. Just check signs for street sweeping according to the days you are there.