Stunning! Our family stayed at Don’s place over Christmas 2021 with a total of 12 adults (from all over the US), and it was perfect in every way. Location is convenient to the airport, old town, and other parts of San Diego-with a view from all the back facing windows. The home is elegant, very clean, and well designed, and holds well the noise that many loud adults can generate. When folks needed quiet times, they were able to find refuge in the big house. We paid the extra fee for heating the pool and hot tub-it was well worth it-we used both of them every day that we were there. The hot tub like the rest of the house was able to hold 8 to 10 adults at a time. The kitchen is as described. We had a private chef come in twice and she concurred that is was well designed for meal prep and meal prep for large groups. The views were phenomenal! We enjoyed several mornings looking at the ocean, the planes taking off in the distance, and the beautiful sunsets that San Diego offers.
The host was one of the best that we had encountered in all our years on AirBnb-Don even came over to walk through some of the house functions. He is both gracious, and sincere. For instance, he put up a Christmas tree for us, and allowed us to decorate it with items that he left. He left a turkey fryer with a ton of oil for us to use during our stay. Our messages were answered quickly. Suggestions: while in San Diego, take advantage of the great hiking trails available, as well as one of the Whale Boating tours. Old town is very close to the house, just know that there is a very steep hill to get up and down the street to the home. It may not work for those with tender knees. Do book this Air BnB. We are home safely but have such fond memories of our week in SD! Thank you, Don & Lana.