I am giving this property a 5-star review based on what it is and how the description in the listing accurately predicted our experience. The host did a great job of describing what was offered, calibrating expectations and promptly answering any questions.
Some of the language in the listing included phrases such as “family home“, “lived in” and “as is.” So, if this property is offered again soon, you can also have a 5-star experience as long as you understand what it is and what it is not.
I had procrastinated seeking accommodations and by the time I began searching for a place that would meet the needs of a family of five there weren’t many options still available. The listings that were for a party our size were few, and fell into either opulent and ghastly expensive houses, or small condos with lots of extra beds crammed into the same rooms and seeking top dollar. This house had few reviews because it has not been offered frequently in the past. So I decided to roll the dice and give it a try.
On arrival in Pacific Beach we were pleased to discover that the house is actually located in a prime location. It is walking distance from the beach and lots of interesting shops and restaurants. There’s a Von’s and a Trader Joe’s not far away.
There is not a dedicated parking space for guests but I was able to easily find parking on the street each night.
The house was as described, very clean and the bathrooms were decently stocked. Overall, the house was comfortable and quirky.
I really can’t overstate that it was a great location. If you’ve been to California and Pacific Beach, it’s exactly what you would expect so we enjoyed our time there. If we were there longer, we would have borrowed the bikes!