Debbys guest studio in Del Cerro exceeded all my hopes. This stay set my AirBnb bar at all new high. Debbys will be hard to match!
My first impression upon walking in was awe, and I continued to be pleasantly surprised throughout my stay. It is well designed, a smart use of space, and tastefully decorated. So much forethought was put into making this studio, it is a clear labor of love - along with professionalism. All the little hospitality details were included to make my stay complete. It was very clean, truly immaculate, and COVID sanitized. All the electronics and aaccessories are high end and in perfect working order. Bedside USB charging station with adaptors for all recent devices. Honestly all appliances seemed so clean and recent in tech that I wondered if I was the first to use them (!) The manuals for all are included in the welcome binder which also features tips on local things to do.
Included upon self check-in was a bottle of a 2016 Merlot from La Mesa’s own local winery (who knew?!) with info and directions to their tasting room. The hosts partner with the winery. Im not surprised- consistent with everything else these hosts do it was perfect- a well balanced, full bodied red with a smooth finish. Kitchen includes full sink with fixtures perfectly suited for cleaning and cooking for one or two. Also a full power microwave featuring a mini oven just the right size for flat items like pizza, etc. built into it. The refrigerator is large enough for all my weeks worth of groceries and frozen foods. Included were all utensils required for basic cooking and bowls, plates, silverware, a full nice cutlery set, pots, pans, an electric hot plate which heats up very quickly and cooks evenly. Also includes a keurig with plenty of coffee and creamers, sugar, an electric hot water kettle, variety of tea bags ...the hosts have an additional water filtration system so their “tap” water is in fact filtered and delicious. Debbys hospitality level is superb. Everything I needed to accommodate my week stay was provided. The bed is a Sealy and being a tall person, the Cal King allowed me ample room and amazing sleep. I typically side-sleep however this mattress is so well made that I was able to sleep on my back comfortably- a first! The ceiling is open wood beam with large sky lights, there are plenty of windows and ventilation as well as a new AC and heating unit. The Roku TV is wall mounted with an extended pivoting arm allowing viewing from the kitchen dining table, sitting area or while in bed. The wi-fi is fast and the TV streams all the major options which already logged in & properly configured including Hulu live if you like to watch “old school” TV or the local News as well as stream HBO, Netflix, Amazon Prime, etc. The sliding glass door into their families back yard & all windows feature privacy glass and trouble free vertical blinds allowing both excellent climate control and privacy. There is an outdoor patio area at the studios front entrance dedicated to the unit. Ample street parking directly out front -no restrictions nor meters. House is situated on Quiet cul de sac. Private entrance to the studio. Pleasant, peaceful gardening and tranquil neighborhood. Great for walking, jogging, bike rides. Short drive (1.5 mis) to nearest markets, food, etc. Very family friendly environment. Just around the corner is a park with an excellent playground for toddlers which my 2 1/2 y.o. son loved. I could go on and on with all the details of how well appointed this studio is for a single traveler or a duo. Again, my stay at Debby’s has been the best AirBnb accomodations in San Diego I’ve experienced. If you are on the fence, trust me- book it! Debby is very kind and very fast to respond. Her husband grew up in the area and they have made a successful, inspiring life for their family. I felt fortunate to have found this gem and will be sure to return and recommend it to friends.