We just returned from a week in paradise. This was an amazing property! We have been to Mission Beach several times and would definitely consider renting this home again. Other homes located directly on the bay/ocean are a little too close to the action in my opinion. We had two adults and four kids (7,10,12,15) and having three levels was a blessing, particularly for the adults wanting a bit of quiet time (lock on the master door- THANK YOU!). We grilled almost every night and loved the space on the back patio. Having a second kitchen on the ground floor near the BBQ was very convenient also. It's great to walk right to the bay to paddleboard or to the beach to enjoy the surf without driving in the San Diego traffic. A rental place for bikes, scooters, etc... is located just a few houses away and my favorite coffee place (Better Buzz) is also right down the street. I wish we would have brought the kid's scooters but we were able to rent them reasonably for the week. The large garage allowed space for our beach gear, paddle boards, chairs and bikes and the wash area outside kept the sand out of the house! We have rented homes in Cape Cod, Hawaii, and San Diego in the past and I commented before we left that this home is decorated perfectly with minimal (yet classy) beach themed décor. The host was responsive and communicated professionally and quickly. We had such an amazing time that we didn't want to leave and fortunately were able to rent the home for an extra night. You won't be disappointed with this home. It's a gem and we hope to return in 2018! Thanks