Merritt is a fantastic host! He gave us wonderful suggestions and tips about everything we wanted to do. He's a delightful person and we enjoyed visiting with him. His place is comfortable and inviting. The location is wonderful as well, with an incredibly short walk to a lovely beach spot that is not overcrowded and close to the Coastal Redwoods. We weren't ready to leave when our stay was over and we'd come back to Merritt's in a heartbeat!