Bear in mind that the property is a two-story structure and the actual address is on the second floor with the street number not visible from El Carmel Place. But once you discover it, you'll enter a true, lovingly lived-in home, not some sterile, fluffed-up environment. Gernot's place is filled with a lifetime of mementos, souvenirs, books, pictures, etc., and his personal history is fascinating. He is an informed conversationalist on myriad topics, if you should find time to chill out, chat, and get acquainted. He's also a longtime denizen of the area and hence an outstanding resource for "insider" details about it. In my case, the location couldn't have been better, since it's two blocks from the beach and walking distance to Garty Pavilion, where I had a major family event to attend at the time of my stay. Gernot is gracious, personable, very easy-going. The room itself is just a tad tight to turn around in, so to speak--most of the residences off Mission Blvd. are relatively compact--but otherwise it's more than suitable for the solo visitor.