We rented this duplex for a 3 day family reunion for 13 adults and 4 kids. For the most part, the place worked out well.
The Good:
-The property managers were very responsive and accommodating (for example, they let us check in early).
-The rooms were as described, clean, and relatively comfortable. The shared spaces in both units were big enough for almost 20 of us to dine and hang out together.
-The location was great. Ocean views from the kitchen/deck. 5 minute drive to groceries, restaurants, and the beach. Perfect for folks like us, coming from Marin, Oakland, and San Jose (also just 15 mins from SFO)
-Ample parking
-Wi-fi strength was outstanding
Needs Improvement:
-Although the furniture and fixtures were mostly nice, if you looked a little closer, things were superficially shabby or broken. There were cracks, scratches, and holes in quite a few appliances, furniture, lighting fixtures, etc. We probably paid a holiday season/location premium, but we expected more for the cost.
-The most egregious example of this was a water leak/drip coming from the ceiling in one of the bedrooms. Granted, it was raining almost the entire time we were there, but it was inconvenient and scary (a ceiling crack and bulge made it seem like the whole ceiling could burst open). That bring said, the property manager sent someone the same day to fix it.
-There were some basic items we expected that weren’t provided, like a vacuum, egg whisk, oven pans/trays, etc.
One other note: There are a lot of steep stairs in this property. It was tough for the elder folks in our party.