Emily's place is as described - cute, tiny, original beach cottage located fantastically close to the beach. She has a string of about 4 in a line on this property - this one was 2nd closet to the alley, which was a fantastic location (no street or alley noise). Out the back gate to the right, the beach is super close - so close that it's a no brainer to go back out after a day at the beach and sit at the water line watching the sun set. Out the back gate to the left takes you to Abbot Street with a little mini market just around the corner. OB is very walkable, so not a bad walk to get to the shops and Farmers Market on Newport Ave. If you find a parking spot, keep it and walk everywhere. We got lucky and found one right out front! There's a hose in the side yard so you can spray down the astro turf after your dogs pee and keep it nice for everyone. Emily is a responsive communicator, and we enjoyed our visit. Be sure to grab cocktails at the OB Surf Lodge at least once but don't recommend Wild Things Pizza & Beer (greasy and crabby worker). If you want pizza, the place on Newport is much better even though a farther walk. And don't forget to get an awesome Veggie Burger at Hodad's!