My first impression of the property was negative. It is a 1960s rental property that is dated and rundown. However, the studio apartment I rented, though small, was pleasant and comfortable.

The bed was good, the internet fast and the TV had all of the mainstream channels I watch (CNN, MSNBC, CNBC). Also has Fox News if you want the right-wing perspective on events. Most of the movie channels are subscription only.

The kitchen is adequate, although it lacks a dishwasher. There is an electric drip coffee maker that worked just fine. Good coffee is important to me - I bring along my own coffee mill on extended trips so I can grind the coffee beans fresh for each pot.

One highlight of the property is that it has new, high-end front-loading washer and a dryer offering numerous washing and drying options. They do a great job. Because they serve the entire complex there may be times when you have to wait for machines but that only occurred a few times during my stay and the wait time was not extensive.

The best feature is its Ideal location. It's on a quiet street but only a 10 minute walk to the ocean, a 10 minute walk to the restaurants on Pearl Street and a 15 minute walk the the heart of the Village of La Jolla. Street parking is not hard to find and is free.

There is a large Von's grocery store nearby (about a 12 minute walk). Even closer is a fish market/restaurant on Pearl Street (El Pescadore) that offers marvelously fresh sea food dishes at reasonable prices. Blue Fin Tuna poke is really good as is their Cioppino (actually more of a seafood stew). Fish Tacos are also really good.

Another "find" is Rubio's Mexican Grill near Von's. It sells great wild Alaskan Salmon fish tacos and burritos. It's a chain restaurant but offers good quality food at McDonalds prices.