Marcus is an incredible host - kind, attentive, and helpful! The 'casita' is located in the heart of the wonderful Hillcrest neighbourhood, surrounded by beautiful small houses and local restaurants and shops. Despite the central location, I found the flat incredibly quiet and peaceful - I couldn't even hear cars/ambulances at night, and woke up every morning to the sound of birds! If you are coming to San Diego to visit the UCSD medical school/campus (as I was), then this casita is an perfect 15-minute walk away, and no worries about parking!
The casita itself is equipped with all the trappings of home, in a studio layout. The bed is *incredibly* cozy and comfy - I slept like a log every night. There is a dining table for eating, and a desk if you need to get some work done. Best of all, there's a kitchenette with a fridge/freezer and a microwave - just the thing if you are having an extended stay and want to be able to eat some meals in! The whole casita is immaculately clean, and plenty of soft, plush towels were on hand. The fact that there's reserved parking means you've got one less thing to worry about - parking in Hillcrest seems like a nightmare!
However, my favourite part was the small, enclosed back garden which is accessible through a sliding glass/screen door. Every morning I enjoyed sitting out in the sun and enjoying my breakfast while listening to the birds! It was the absolutely perfect way to start the day - a little slice of heaven!
I can't recommend Marcus and his 'casita' enough - I had an incredible stay! If I can make it back to San Diego, I'll definitely be staying there again!