This is a super great place for a family or anyone else for a short visit -- up to two weeks. It has everything you would need in the kitchen and throughout the place. It is very close to the ocean and great little market across the street. You are truly in the middle of Mission Beach. If you are visiting for a week or two, it is really perfect. The drawbacks on a longer stay (which I was there for a month) are that you have to go to the laundromat. No laundry in the house. If you are there in the summer or warmer months, there is no air conditioning. It can get really noisy on the weekends as there are two bars across the street and lots of traffic at night. The outdoor patio is not private. It is right in front of the house. But, that is how all the places are down there -- all the patios are right in the front. It is a friendly community. In addition to the market across the street, two bars, and a liquor store practically next door, there is also a large grocery store very close by. So much to do in that area, and again, for a shorter stay or for a family, I think it is perfect. Also close to an amusement park so that would be great for kids.
Cons were wifi wasn't very strong upstairs, front door keypad stopped working but there was a house key. Not enough towels, washcloths, etc., for a longer stay, no air conditioning and no screens on the sliding doors or front door. Not private, street noise.