This was just perfect. The location is why I chose the Cottage and it was walking distance to everything we needed. Von's grocery store (could be seen from the ally outside our gate and a short 1/2 block away), coffee shops, restaurants, even an integrated wholistic pharmacy and an all vegan restaurant only 1, 2 & 3 blocks away. Many vegan options for food in LaJolla. The Farmer's market only one short block away on Sunday morning was amazing with food ready to eat, produce (organic and delicious) and art, clothing items and jewelry. We got around LaJolla with Lyft, which were always 2 minutes away. We took a 6 minute Lyft to the beach since we had beach chairs and beach towels to carry which were provided by the hosts. Bikes were also available to use!
Inside the Pearl 1 was the cutest decor and very clean. Kitchen worked well to reheat leftovers and keep fresh fruit and veggies for snacks. The special touches of "Alexa" and internet were great! Mom was fascinated with that convenience!
China, wine glasses and wine opener, knives and tea pot and coffee maker all in new condition. Bathroom blow dryer, shampoos, towels all available and soft. Pillows on beds were great I used them even though I brought my own pillow with on the trip! Washing machine and dryer available to use if needed.
The courtyard was wonderful to relax and have morning coffee or lunch and get some late afternoon sun on the days we were there. They have 2 garden water fountains to give a relaxing sound to the courtyard that can be heard inside when the windows are open. The privacy gate with key and lock on cottage made me feel very secure. Very quiet place even though it was at the edge of the busy shopping district. Next to a high school and a preschool, so more of a neighborhood feel.
The hosts were extremely helpful and they thought of all the little things that make a vacation special! I will most definitely return to LaJolla and stay with Holly & ML! Highly recommended to my family and friends, too.