I can't imagine a more tranquil place to spend a vacation in San Diego .... Mike's Place is perfect in every way. Mike's attention to the smallest details (even down to providing umbrellas and beach towels) is exceptional. He is a friendly and thoughtful host, whose care for his guests is obvious, not only in the beautifully designed Craftsman style cottage, but in the peaceful Zen garden with its rock fountain and lush plantings (and Mike's home and landscaping is gorgeous as well). The cottage is located close enough to get to the freeway easily, and is within a block of the walking Poetry Bridge. The cottage is super close to great, trendy areas like Hillcrest, University Heights, North Park, and Balboa Park ... where there are so many walkable neighborhoods, cool little shops, excellent restaurants and outdoor cafes to choose from, all within 10 - 15 minutes. As the saying goes, "love is in the details" and at Mike's Place - A Private Cottage, it truly shows ~ thank you to our kind hosts for such a perfect week!