I really was able to relax at Nick's condo. The view is really spectacular. You can sit by the window all day and watch the surfers. The complex is very literally steps from the beach and only about a 7 min walk to Crystal Pier. Away from the main riff raff I felt but close enough to enjoy it. Instructions were incredibly thorough and straight forward, check in was hassle free, parking was a huge plus and very convenient, had no need for questions, and that's what I wanted on this quick getaway. Appreciated all the extra bits of security like the FOB just to get in, use elevator, always a security person there, etc.
Nick mentions that the couch pictured (orange) has since been replaced and I'd say what he replaced it with is much cooler (gray sectional with reclining seats), so I appreciated that extra bit of luxury
I don't think I drove more than 30 mins to any of some of the main things to do in San Diego (Balboa Park, Old Town, Little Italy, Torrey Pines, La Jolla). Nick provided a lot of food recommendations, a few I did check out and enjoyed
Overall I really needed this trip to be relaxing and hassle free and the experience overall was just what I neetc. Thanks again