Sandy is a great, responsive host and his home provided fantastic access to Mission Bay and the ocean.
We weren't clear from the listing/photos when we booked, but the unit itself does not have interior/exclusive access to the patio overlooking Mission Bay. The lower level patio in the photos is part of the building for resident/guest access, but from this particular unit, you have to walk out into the building courtyard, then down common stairs to access the patio. Because each of the other (3) units in the building appear to have their own private patio/balcony, this lower level common patio that leads to the beach was essentially used by us exclusively (as Sandy assured us would be the case after reaching out after check-in).
The neighbors were very friendly and our family felt safe at this location the entire stay.
This unit is deal for small groups (2-3) who want to be 20 steps from jumping into Mission Bay or a 15 minute beach walk to the ocean with a wonderful shared patio with beautiful views.