The house is just as beautiful as the pictures, and everything is fresh and new. We thought it was very tastefully and thoughtfully decorated, with very nice linens, dishes, and cookware. One thing to know about the kitchen is that there was nothing other than salt and pepper in the cupboards, so anyone planning to do any cooking will need to bring all ingredients and condiments. We made use of the laundry room and also the beach chairs and toys--as a family with kids, we loved having those amenities. We never found street parking nearby, so we used the free lot by the bay. It was usually a 5-10 minute walk with our kids. It is possible to pull up to the house to load/unload, though. There was some daytime noise from neighbors and a nearby house under construction, but nothing excessive or bothersome. We felt very comfortable during our stay and wish we could have had more time to explore all the fun little restaurants in the neighborhood. Checking in and out was a breeze. We definitely recommend!