This is an absolutely stunning home, exquisitely designed, expertly restored and furnished, well-stocked, and in a quiet and convenient location. We felt very fortunate to have found such a gem in San Diego. Thank you Mike!
It was a restful and beautiful environment for us to return to each night, and it truly had the best of both worlds - a very convenient location in an interesting walkable neighborhood with lots of restaurants/cafes, and also very close to the highway exit (it only took 1 minute to get to the house after exiting the highway, and only 7 (seven!) minutes to get to the airport when we were leaving), while also tucked away into a peaceful and quiet side street (we heard zero highway/traffic noise) and with the easiest street parking ever (always found a spot in front or just across the street).
The house was very well stocked with everything we needed. On arrival, we found a very comprehensive binder on the table by the door that Mike had thoughtfully compiled with useful details about the house and neighborhood, in addition to its history, along with a personalized welcome letter for us. We didn't want for anything, and particularly appreciated the ability to do laundry after our multi-day drive from San Francisco.
The front garden around the porch is another marvel, offering shade and privacy, while also stealing the show in the neighborhood it seems. My favorite spot in the house was the very inviting daybed in the sun room - I enjoyed sitting there to appreciate the artwork, the stained glass windows, and the garden just outside. All I needed was a good book and some more time to spend there.
We had an opportunity to cross paths with Mike on our last day there, and it was a joy to learn more about his journey in restoring the house, and his experience as an artist in San Diego. Thanks again to Mike for preserving this remarkable space for others to enjoy, and for his warm welcome and hospitality.