Checking-in was easy and convenient. John welcomed us when we arrived. He recommended Olympic Cafe for dinner, which we really enjoyed and was only a short walk away. There is a grocery store in walking distance as well. The location was close to relatively anywhere you'd want to go in the San Diego area, but secluded and residential in feel. John and Christina do a nice job keeping the place clean. They also provide many amenities. We used the beach blanket, towels, and bag they provided. The bathroom had a variety of things a guest may want (antacids, razor, hairdryer, etc). While in San Diego, we checked out the zoo - John and Christina had $5 coupons in the room to use towards the entrance fee. Overall, we had a great stay and would recommend it!