This was our family's first Airbnb experience and I am afraid the bar has been set super high for our next one. We stayed for 7 days, a family of 5 including a toddler. Let me get started with all aspects of our stay:
1. Ease
Check in was an absolute breeze with a code enabled access. Mary diligently shared the code way ahead of our check in time. The home has detailed instructions on wifi and electronics access including small labels for all light switches. This makes the guests extra comfortable.
2. Host Responsive
Mary is an absolute delight to talk to, forever helpful with any questions be it about the house or local sights. She responds within the hour to any questions and sometimes within minutes!
3. Ambience
The home is beautiful and has a consistent pacific coastal theme in the decor across all rooms and bathrooms. There are lovely views of the ocean from the deck and living room. The paintings are lovely and many of them painted by our talented host!
4. Comfort
All the seating in the living room reclines. I fell asleep with my toddler a bunch of times on the recliner. The beds, pillows, sheets, comforter seem professional grade. There are at least a dozen towels between the 2 bathrooms with extra ones provided! All appliances are in top notch shape and we extensively used the kitchen.
5. Extras
The home has a whole bunch of toys that my toddler greatly enjoyed. There are multiple DVDs and some are classics! A beach bag complete with buckets, pails and beach towels! The kitchen is well equipped with dishwasher, coffee maker, blender , toaster and a huge collection of dinnerware including special ones for children.
I cannot praise Mary enough for making us feel so welcome in the home and allowing us to experience coastal living for a week. I wouldn't look beyond this home if you are planning on staying in half moon bay!