This is a nice clean space just a few blocks from Bird Rock shops and some shore access. Beautiful beaches north and south about 1 to 1.5 miles (Tourmaline, Wind and Sea) with some small access spots in between that look like they would be nice for tide pools at low tide (we didn't have very low tides for our visit). A pleasant walk if you aren't in a hurry. We got breakfast at the Bird Rock Coffee Roasters and at Wayfarer, and great fish tacos at Don Bravo, all of which were about a 5 min walk. My teenage kids loved having those great places so close. We didn't hang out there much because we came for the beach and to see family nearby, but the location was very convenient and parking was always available on the street. Do read Jim and Alisson's note about footsteps and sounds from above. If you are a light sleeper and want to sleep in then it could be a challenge, but white noise helps a lot if your are an average or heavy sleeper. This is a finished basement but is bright with nice upper windows, so it doesn't feel like a basement. Jim and Alisson were very good about offering to help and respond to questions promptly.