WARNING LONG REVIEW
Host:
I would like to say first that our host were absolutely amazing. I had originally made reservations at this location for the dog beach. We were having a family reunion in mission bay and this location was perfect for our pups. However, this was canceled and per the cancelation policy I wasn't able to receive a refund. I figured I would reach out and see if they could change the date to about 4 months away. They were extremely accommodating with this request. Well than again we had an unexpected event for our daughter the same day as our new reservation date. Again, I reached out a couple months before our reservation and again the where accommodating. The weekend before our trip our pup went into heat. ( before you judge our vet recommends they have 2 heats before our girl gets fixed just, so she gets all her hormones. We do not plan to breed, but do want her to be healthy.) I again reached out and this time I was definitely not hopefully that they would change my reservation. Considering it was such a late notice. I didn't want to take out pups especially cause being in heat isn't fun for anyone. She wouldn't be able to go to the dog beach and would be stuck inside all day not to mention the mess. She was not happy about wearing a diaper and my house looked like a murder scene most days. ( ewww I know) The host was understand and charged a small fee for the late notice, but I was able to change the reservation!! so I was happy and completely understanding about the fee.
Location:
They were not kidding this location is perfect. the dog beach was across the street super close. We walked out the gate to the left and bam we were there. Not only was it a short walk, but this dog beach was perfect. There was a side with big waves and then a side with no waves for the pups to swim. I felt like we were at the lake how calm the water was. The community of dog lovers were super friendly as well. You can also walk to restaurants and bars which allow your pup to sit outside with you. I know right prefect pup-cation.
Unit:
This is a very cute little cottage with a porch. We covers the entrance to the porch with a box if you plan to leave your door open so your pups can come in and out as they please bring a baby gate. We left the front door open and allowed our pups to lay out on the porch to rest and dry before coming in to the cottage. there was a hoes so we rinse off and relaxed on the porch with a cocktail. This location is very safe and your unit #2 is in the back, so I didn't worry about people from the street coming in to your area. there is a gate with a lock so only the guest are allowed in the area. Which is great considering my pups liked to nap on the porch while they dry.
Guest:
This has nothing to do with the host or the cottage. Obviously they can't help what guest do while there on vacation. This is just a friendly reminder to people who rent ARBNBs. We travel with ours pups that means we take them everywhere. The guest in the #3 cottage next door however also traveled with their pup. Who was not happy being home all day alone. He barked evetime someone walked by or made a noise. When the owners came home he was fine, but as soon as they left he was not happy. I heard a few guest that were staying in the back glamping units mention how unpleasant it was to walk by with that barking. Our pups aren't barkers they just got a little scared so we tried to be at the beach most of the day. Just a remember when bringing your pups on vacation to not leave them alone all day. This is a new environment and it is scary for them. Be considerate of your neighbors as you know there on vacation to. Poor pup was barking from 8am to 8pm. I did not contact the host with this issue it actually just made my husband and I stay longer at the dog beach. Which my pups absolutely loved I just felt bad for the other guest and dog.
Parking:
Street parking only
Check out
10am
Note: I forgot our Vodka in the freezer. Whoever stays in #2 after us enjoy lol