This rental started with excellent, detailed communication from the host, which continued throughout. The host couple lives next door. They were readily available without being intrusive. The cottage was spotless, and well stocked with all amenities, including coffee, tea, snacks, fresh fruit, and even an electric tea kettle, which made my tea-drinking husband feel right at home. The bathroom was similarly well stocked with plenty of towels and toilet paper. The shower was wonderful. Pocket doors separate the bath from the bedroom and the bedroom from the living area. There's a large closet with shelving and hangers and a mirrored door. The bed is quite comfortable with ample pillows. There are plenty of windows in the cottage with Duette style blinds for privacy. Great ceiling fans made the A/C almost superfluous, though available if needed. The cherry on the cake is that the cottage has an attached garage with electric opener, making the crowded OB parking situation a non-issue. Newport Ave. and the beach are easily walkable, as is a nearby 7/11 store. We did drive to Stump's grocery and also to Sunset Cliffs. We would happily stay at the Cable Cottage again when returning to OB.
VERY minor drawbacks to this location that were NOT an issue for us but should be mentioned: it is right on the street so there is a bit of human and auto traffic noise. Also, there's the ever-present aircraft noise from SAN as OB is right under the flight path. We quickly got used to it, and it stops at night.