WOW! Everything about this home was incredible. First off I think you can make or break a trip by how you experience what is offered to you.
We stayed in June, the nights were cool and the days were perfect. The house had everything you could imagine. The kitchen was stocked with almost anything you could imagine. We left some things that we thought the next group might enjoy also.
The beds were all so comfortable. Very soft blankets, sheets galore if you wanted to change them while you are there.
The bathrooms were well stocked as well with shampoos' conditioners and body washes. PLENTY of towels throughout the whole house.
We opened the windows during the day and night to just have a nice ocean breeze and to get the feel of the beach. The rooms had ceiling fans, and there were 2 box fans. We did use a box fan upstairs in the loft just to bring in a breeze. It is San Diego, most places do not have air. Embrace the feel of what sea air has to offer.
Now for the location!! We came with our 3-year-old grandson, he was so excited that he could walk to "HIS" beach whenever he asked, it truly is a 3-minute walk, right down to the beautiful sand, and very nice beach area. There were tide pools in the mornings for shell hunting. There were higher ground sand areas for when the tide came in. The ice cream truck came by 2x during the day. There was a super cute coffee shop where you could grab a good cup of morning coffee and continue the walk to the beach.
Karen keeps fun beach items in the garage, boogie boards, coolers, umbrellas, and sand toys. All of which we used.
The front porch was perfect in the evenings while we grilled out steaks and sat out on watching the stars fill the night sky.
THINGS... The garage, yes it is smaller, but we were able to park in there with an SUV. Swing out, pull in tight, not an issue. drop your family beforehand, and pull in by yourself. plain and simple.
Parking in front of the house can be a challenge if you try and do it during "peak" beach hours, but park down the street.... it truly is a 3-minute walk to find a space. Empty your car on the porch, and go find a spot. Watch for people to leave the beach in the afternoon and move your car up if it is important to you. It really is NOT an issue unless you want to make it one. The house makes up for any little inconveniences!!
If you want a trip that you will remember, a house that is close to so many things, and really enjoyable, choose this place, you will be very glad you did.