Decided to go to San Diego for a quick girls getaway for some sun and surfing. Found Chuck and Helen's cottage and thought this would be a great location to base ourselves. From the very beginning, Chuck was very communicative and helpful with preparing for our stay. Upon arrival, I took Chuck's offer for a walking tour of the neighborhood. You could tell he was genuinely happy to show you his favorites eats, beach hangouts, etc. The cottage is an amazing location that is walking distance to the beach and food. My favorites were all the locations for Acai bowls and a small taco shop on Newport that served Octopus tacos!! The cottage is really cozy with all the amenities we needed for our trip. It is a bit small but it fit our needs just fine. The outdoor area we used a lot. Beautiful lime and avocado trees, private enclosure, it included a large table to enjoy snacks, read a book or relax in the sun. After a long day at the beach, we took advantage of the jacuzzi under the stars. How perfect? Chuck also had a beach umbrella and chairs, boards available for use. I would definitely come back. It was a nice change from my visits to SD and staying in the downtown area. If you want a laid back, artsy Bohemian, and non-tourist like experience - stay here. Thanks again!