The essence of San Diego, this canyon hideaway was everything we expected and more. Shirley was a great host, provided everything we needed and was immediately available for any questions. The cool nature of the space made air conditioning a non issue. Every room in the casita was well thought out and useful for daily life, including a nice little office nook, very efficient kitchen, and comfortable living and sleeping areas. The backyard garden is gorgeous and completely shaded, and offers multiple sitting/relaxing areas. Laundry is just a few steps up the stairs.
The neighborhood was walkable and full of little intersections that boasted eclectic shops, restaurants, and other interesting businesses. Although the canyon side location made it feel somewhat remote, we were just minutes from Balboa Park with the zoo and its museums, downtown San Diego, and even closer to freeways heading in any direction. Very convenient. Parking was never an issue, and the street was extremely quiet and low traffic. The neighborhood is under the landing path for Lindbergh Field, but it is only an issue during conversation outdoors.
All in all, we could not have been happier with our stay at Shirley’s place.