Linda's cottage was lovely and conveniently located in a quiet neighborhood near Cabrillo National Monument and Ocean Beach. The snacks, drinks and overall feel of the place made us feel right at home. I had trouble communicating with her about check in - the 'you can reply directly to this email' option in the Airbnb email I received after making the reservation apparently didn't work, and Linda never received my request for a later check in time. As a result I had to leave work in the morning, find a ride to her place, and check in early because she didn't want to drive in traffic to give me the key that evening. Although the place was lovely and just as advertised, checking in was a hassle. I enjoyed my stay but next time I will avoid communicating with hosts through email and stick to the website/phone.