Melanie's place is amazing. It was hotel-level clean, but with a kitchen and fridge so that you have the convenience of cooking your own meals. The huge king-size bed is so comfortable, and the head/foot of the bed can be raised for maximum comfiness. You have a private entrance, and self-check-in/out, so it can also be as private an experience as you want. The house is literally across the street from a series of hiking trails in a beautiful forest, and a 5-minute drive to the ocean. A decent little grocery store is a 3-minute drive away, and downtown Half Moon Bay is about a 10-minute drive away, where you can find a row of restaurants and shops. I really can't say enough about what a delight it was to stay at Melanie's place for a quick get-away from the city.