Checking-In:
Was quite a bit of an obstacle. Unfortunately, looks like the key/lock to get into the duplex community on both sides (Main Entrance / Back Entrance) was jammed.
In order to get in I had to walk around the block to make the attempt to open it. Not sure it was picked / broken into by force or just needed to be replaced due to weather conditions. Nevertheless, every time you left & came back it became a lock-pick scenerio. Trying to wiggle & jimmy the key at the perfect angle to get it open. First time took over 15 minutes. Had to make the attempt front and back.
It was an inconvenience especially when you're carrying bags.
Accuracy: Cute place in a BEAUTIFUL location... Literally walking distance to the beach, bars, restaurants.
- Had complimentary shampoo & body wash (no conditioner) no big deal.
- Uno / Card Games & tv for entertainment
- Smart Samsung AC System for temperature control in every room
- Cute little Beach town vibe
Cleanliness: Unfortunately this is where I give it ONE star. Walking into one of the rooms on the bedding looked like it was obvious male "Love Stains" on the bedding. Sadly had to remove the bedding & didn't take into the effect of having an alternative blanket & did get chilly.
Restroom looked like someone was in there using it (trash/ hygiene & other female accessories) which wasn't much of issue, but hand towels also looked like they were used & thrown on the hanger.
Communication: I reached out to the hosts regarding "The stain" & blamed it on the ceiling fan.... A ceiling fan were trying to fix. They were also there "hanging pictures". Not sure how that adds up to having a stain when. Fans do not leak.
That alone was a huge red flag. Ended up using that bed without a blanket & it got cold at night.
Value: Checking out had a laundry list of things to due prior to checking out. Nothing we aren't able to handle, essentially cleaning after ourselves. Problem was wishing that was there prior to us did the same thing. Or at least ownership did.
In summary, great, great, great secluded little beach town location off of San Diego. Small town beach vibe. Downside was initial check-in of jimmying into the property & cleanliness... After seeing what I saw on one of the bed... Not only was it embarrassing but it ruined the vibe.
We definitely left it cleaner than we found it.
Bring extra Blankets & to the owner PLEASE FIX BOTH GATE ENTRANCES.