What a hidden gem! I don't even know where to start on how much we loved this home. Every part of the experience from beginning to end was exceptional. First, communication was outstanding. Leah & Drew were quick to respond to every question. Directions and check-in were smooth without any issues.
The bungalow is perfect for four people - we rented with two of our daughters who were able to join us. The entire home was sparkling clean, beautifully appointed, and well kept. The rooms are airy with great natural lighting throughout.
The kitchen has all that you might need. And there were so many thoughtful touches from the little bowl of snacks upon arrival [thank you!], servingware, appliances, utensils, kitchen towels, plastic wrap/foil, you name it. They also provided a nice assortment of spices, teas and coffee - even the coffee filters. Not all Airbnbs do that and it's so appreciated. Oh, and having the Brita water filter in the refrigerator was incredibly considerate.
The bedrooms are lovely with artistic touches throughout. High quality bedding with extra blankets available for cool nights. Both bedrooms were comfy and cozy and great to enjoy after a full day of activities.
Both bathrooms are beautifully decorated and the towels are lush and each bathroom had all the items you might need - shampoo/conditioner, lotion, both liquid and bar soap [it's true, not all rentals provide that and you have to run to a store to buy soap]. Without question, Leah & Drew go above and beyond for their guests.
The backyard is a sunny delight with many areas for seating [both the upper and lower levels]. It was wonderful to relax and enjoy this private space [and see the hummingbird that made a daily visit.]
Having a washer/dryer on the property is a great convenience when you need to do a quick load of wash. My daughters were happy to use the bikes and enjoyed tooling around Ocean Beach. Oh, and my husband was glad to use the guitar. No place we've ever rented [and we travel often] had so many thoughtful extras.
Speaking of OB, while everything about the property is exceptional the location only makes it better. I love to cook, but when I'm on vacation I want to enjoy the local fare and Ocean Beach is loaded with great restaurants. A few of our favorites were Blue Water Seafood [try the seared sea salt Ahi], La Dona [order the Tres Mares or Tampiquena] , and OB Noodle House [get the sizzling fish!] And everything is a short walk from the Airbnb. If you happen to be in town on a Wednesday night, be sure to check out the Farmer's Market which has a variety of street food [the delicious aromas make it hard to choose!] Additionally, there is fresh produce, cheeses, and other non-food gift items which make for a great souvenir of your trip.
Besides the abundance of fantastic restaurants, Ocean Beach has a cool laid-back vibe that is what vacation is all about. We loved walking along the beach and exploring the area shops. My younger daughter even took surf lessons at the Ocean Beach Surf School and had a blast.
In addition to the beach, local places to see: Sunset Cliffs [definitely lives up to its name - stunning!] and Cabrillo National Monument [a national park a short drive from the rental - beautiful and a great little hike]. On an overcast day, we took an hour drive to Mt. Laguna for a day of hiking - fantastic.
I feel like I should apologize for the length of this review, but suffice it to say that if you are lucky enough to go to San Diego, rent Leah & Drew's gorgeous home in Ocean Beach. Highly, highly recommended.