Host and place were great. Randy (the host) checked in with us via text during the weekend to make sure we had everything we needed. Place was clean with new upgraded amenities in the kitchen and bathrooms. Just a block from the beach too! It was really easy to check into the place--there is a key pad on the front door and garage. We enjoyed the little perks around the house--shampoo, towels for the beach, cruiser bikes, artwork with inspirational quotes, and comfy sheets and bedding. The little balcony off the living room was perfect as well to catch some ocean air or sit and drink some coffee outside in the morning. The place even had direct tv with the football package. Overall would highly recommend for a beach stay for a family or group of friends. As a side note, there is a great surfing school just a 5 minute walk away called Pacific Surf that we used.