Too bad the ratings only include five stars because this place deserves six! We had a fantastic time staying with Marie and Charles who have a wonderful gift of hospitality making sure we had everything we needed for our comfort and fun, even offering their bikes for us to enjoy their bike-friendly community including the beaches and along the San Diego River. They also maintained good boundaries giving us privacy. And yet, when we desired interaction, they were both wonderful and easy to converse with. They have a very: peaceful home, comfortable bed; nice (relaxing) hot-tub and an awesome high-tech heated toilet seat/bidet. They are conveniently located to a fantastic organic co-op grocery/deli and beaches and attractions. Great people and sweet hypoallergenic poodle “Francois”. We had a wonderful experience with them. A+++