We were pleasantly surprised because the property is roomier than the photos suggest. We stayed for 5 days with our two older teens, and had enough space to spread out and relax.
This house is a quirky old Spanish-style tri-level home, with tile and stone floors, Mexican tiles and both a balcony and roof-top deck. It feels shaded and cool inside, while the bright sun shines out over the balcony and deck.
The master bedroom is spacious, and has an unusual tiled bathroom with steps leading up into the room and steps into the shower. *One thing to note is that this bathroom has a low lintel in the doorway that reduces headroom. It didn't bother me at 5'2" but the hubbs (6'2") banged his head on it so many times. So many. I almost wanted to hang streamers on it to remind him. The other 2 guest bedrooms are smaller but comfortable, and share another tiled bathroom with steps leading up.
The kitchen & family room area has plenty of seating, and is well-stocked with pots, pans, cooking utensils, and more than enough plates/bowls/cups, and cutlery to cook and feed a family without running out of anything.
The kitchen and family room have a view of the ocean through the wall of glass and slider, leading to the small balcony which has a BBQ, patio seating for 2, and bar-height seating for 2, and a lovely view of the ocean. Spiral stairs lead to a large rooftop patio with expansive 360* views of the ocean, and plenty of places to sit and relax - a patio dining table, 2 chaise lounges, and a sofa with a firepit.
We all enjoyed morning coffee and evening meals up-top, as well as the firepit while watching the stars at night.
Brian (the host) is really good at responding to questions quickly and had good suggestions.
Overall, this house felt relaxed and comfortable, with plenty of spaces to spread out and chill, or come together and hang. It was less than 5 mins down to the beach, the pool, and the walkway. On the weekend, F-Sun, the pool hosted 2 taco stands with made to order tacos, ceviche, salsa, etc.
The paths leading down to the beach are picturesque, with lots of lovely plantings, pottery, archways, tiled entrances and stairways to admire. Its a lovely spot with nothing to do but swim, surf, fish, eat, and relax. I'd for sure stay here again, and 100* recommend it.
