We stayed at Jena's place for 3 nights -- my mom, myself and my 2 kids. It was a good size for this, and good location.

The apartment is cute, well cared for, clean and stocked with essentials. Parking is street parking only, not tough to find but on the main street it is 2 hours only.

It is indeed close to the beach, a very enjoyable beach with a nice mix of locals, families, kids and couples of all ages. And nice low tide for young kids to play in the water. Bring your beach towels, I did not think to ask this before arriving. The house is not really outfitted with any items for a family beach vacation (toys, bikes, boogie boards) which is fine, just a heads up to bring your own.

The neighborhood is mellow, pretty quiet which is nice. Also good location for nearby restaurants ... several good cafes and restaurants a few blocks south or north which will keep you out of the PB main drag and a part of what feels like a residential neighborhood of people's homes. Nice wine bar and italian place across the street and very great is The Fishery 3 or 4 blocks north.

Easy to get on the highway to see other parts of San Diego, which is not a very spread out city, and not congested except at peak commute times.

We had a terrific time.