The studio is directly off Hwy 1 which makes for a short walk across the street to a quiet beach. Everyone we encountered was genuinely friendly. We brought our own food and made use of the kitchen and we enjoyed the food from the grill next door. We also picked strawberries from the Swanton's. The place is private and enclosed so it keeps the noise from the HWY at a minimum. My family appreciated the soulful art work around the house. Michael was accesible and casual. It was a nice getaway.