Ian's place is more than close to everything--with safeway, cvs, fantastic burger house, etc. just downhill, it's also an escape from the city with scenic mountain walk and beautiful houses surrounded. My parents and I stayed there for a week, and we took walk around the house everyday. It was just quiet and beautiful. It's also very easy to get on 101 and El Camino. The house is clean and spacious. Moreover, Ian is very responsive and nice. My parents and I really love Ian's place and definitely would like to go back again during future trips.