The Place: As good as it looks in the pictures - if not, BETTER. 1 block from the beach (which, by the way, happens to be one of the best surf spots in San Diego), very spacious, and an amazing ocean view from the balcony.

The Location: PERFECT. Aside from being right by the beach, it's a nice quite neighborhood with a great selection of local coffee shops, restaurants and bars, walking distance from some of the rowdier nightlife, and a nice bike ride (~2.5 miles) from the heart of La Jolla.

The Host: What can I say... Jeff is the man! He's extremely accommodating, knowledgeable about the area, and just an all around good dude. He will be the first phone call I make when I begin planning my trip next Winter!