We're pretty experienced with airbnb now, and haven't had a bad experience yet. Erika and Blake's cottage in Pacific Grove is hands down the most idyllic and relaxing place we have stayed through airbnb. It is a 10-minute walk to Asilomar Beach, and a 1-minute walk to a bus stop which will make it easy to get to downtown Monterey. Make sure to try Blake's egg breakfast. It is delicious. We hope to come back before long.