Everyone writes things like this, but in this instance it's true: Carol is a truly fantastic hostess: very warm, friendly, and helpful.

More importantly, her home is terrific. It's in a great upscale neighborhood and has tremendous curb appeal. It's impressive if you've friends or family meeting you here. And the pool is perfect. It takes a while to figure out and how to get the hot tub toasty-hot, but once it's fired-up, oh my! It's fun time around the fire pit, pool, and hot tub!!

It's not next door to the beach, but if you've a car you're there in five minutes. There'a a nice ocean view from many places in the house.

The home isn't new construction, so don't expect design elements to be from 2014. But it's tastefully updated, has a nice house-wide stereo (w iPhone jack), and tons of double-sink bathrooms. The kitchen is wonderful and huge; you'll never run out of room in this house. I mean, there are three discrete living rooms and a formal dining area too. The piano is even in-tune if you want to hang out and play that.

Communication with Carol is lighting-fast, friendly, and detailed. It was a wonderful experience. You can't go wrong for this price with a house of this size and private pool and hot tub combo.

I can't wait to grab some friends and family and head back down!