I really can't say enough positive things about our stay here. If you're even considering booking this place, just go for it!
We booked Linda's place for 10 nights for a babymoon. I was unsure if the place would feel cramped or quaint. Linda has done a wonderful job making the most of the space so that it feels really charming and not too tight, even after being there for over a week. I was so impressed by how CLEAN everything felt. The whole place feels updated, new, and pristine. Also the bed was so comfortable, even for someone pregnant in her third trimester!
It wasn't clear to us in the listing that the place shares a yard with two other properties (also theirs). There is another house that is almost identical to this one, and a larger two bedroom that is almost double the size of this 400 square foot home. You do not share walls with anyone and there are privacy curtains on every window so it doesn't feel too close to the others. Both of the other units were occupied most of our stay with really nice guests - you can tell Linda vets everyone intentionally. There is separate patio furniture for each space. Each unit comes with a wagon, beach chairs, beach towels and umbrella as well. There is a garden you can pick from and so many fruit trees. There are four fountains that make it feel so tranquil and great. There are two gates to get into the yard space, one into the alley and the other onto the sidewalk on Muir. We brought our 10 pound Pom who can easily get out of yards and she was completely secure here - no way to slip out. There is no grass so if you're bringing your pup, make sure they're okay going to the bathroom on mulch, rocks, or sand. They even have a designated bathroom spot in the corner, complete with poop bags! Also, Linda and her husband are very responsive if you need anything at all. They also regularly stop by the property to oversee house cleaning in between guests and also to tend to the garden.
The walk to the beach (dog or not) is so so close. I got in our car 1 time the entire stay - you can walk EVERYWHERE (and being pregnant and GF/DF means I made a lot of trips to get food, treats, etc. all close to home!). Also, parking is NOT included for this unit, so you have to park on the street. We never had an issue finding a spot though! You just have to be patient and sometimes creative :)
OB in general is, in my opinion, the wildest, grungiest, grittiest part of San Diego. I grew up spending summers in Coronado, Del Mar, or Mission. OB is much more 'unedited' and less manicured than other parts. You won't walk one block without seeing someone who is likely homeless or intoxicated. I live in a big city with this experience, but make sure you're comfortable with that before you book! They have an awesome farmers market every Wednesday night that includes a drum circle that we found so lively and entertaining.
If you've read this far into this ridiculously long review, I think you're interested enough in their place to just book it :) You won't regret it!