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• Love the Cottage!

  Love the Cottage!

  • Guest drd2u
  • Date of stay 05/21/11
  • Review Submitted 06/22/11
  We have stayed at the cottage 3 times in the past year and each time we enjoy it even more. The enclosed backyard is perfect for our dogs; the cottage's setting is ideal for the beach, shopping and restaurants; and the cottage's decor is perfect for relaxing. Sandra is great to work with and always adds a special touch to personalize our visit.

  Recommended for: Girls getaway, families with young children, romantic getaway, pet owners, age 55+, tourists without a car.

  Owner response: thank you David. We always love having you at the cottage as well -

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• Del Mar Trip

  Del Mar Trip

  • Guest Steve
  • Date of stay 04/09/11
  • Review Submitted 05/11/11
  My family and I had a great time here. Placed was fully stocked with everything that we needed...soap, shampoo, kitchen supplies, towels, firewood, grill, welcome basket with lots of goodies, etc... Location is great as you can walk to the beach and powerhouse park as well as the village. We have been here twice and plan to go again next year. My 5 year old loved the outside swing and toddler table and chairs in the back. The house was big enough that our infant could take naps while my 5 yo could be entertained with everything outside. Most importantly the place was very clean. My wife also loved cooking with high end appliances at the cottage. The owner was readily available for any questions that we had. Can't say enough about the cottage and location.

  Recommended for: Girls getaway, families with young children, romantic getaway, pet owners, families with teenagers, adventure seekers, age 55+, sightseeing.

  Owner response: Wonderful feedback from great clients.

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• No enchantment here

  No enchantment here

  • Guest GC
  • Date of stay 12/18/10
  • Review Submitted 05/09/11
  The furniture is basic Goodwill with inexpensive slip covers. The bedrooms are small and musty with water damage. The main shower is so small that it is difficult to move to avoid the water as it fluctuates between cool and scalding. There is no garbage disposal, no gas grill and the range very temperamental. The television and sound system is antiquated at best. The street in front is congested and noisy with workers during the day and patrons from the bars and restaurants at night. This was not a good experience.

  Owner response: 13 years of enchanted clients... The reviewers and I are in a dispute over the state in which the cottage was left upon their departure. I have offered to compromise but so far there has been no response, other than the above review.. The clients viewed the cottage before renting it so they knew exactly what they were getting. I was not aware during their 3-1/2 month stay of any issues or problems. As advised by VRBO, I will address the complaints. The furniture: some pieces are antique, some are from Metropolis, Pottery Barn, etc., and some are my own. It is a beach cottage and it's furnished cottage-style, with some shabby-chic thrown in.. Yes, the bedrooms are smaller. Sometimes bedrooms or cabinets can get musty if they are not aired out properly. I believe the water damage referred to is some floor parquet tiles that lifted up due to heavy rains during the client's stay. I would have been happy to replace/repair them immediately but it seemed to me my clients preferred their privacy more. As far as I was aware, the lifted floor tiles didn't seem to be an issue during their stay. Yes, the glassed-in shower is small, but there is a shower and bathtub combination in the other bathroom. Several clients have stayed at the cottage recently and there were no complaints of scalding/then cold shower water. There is a garbage disposal. I do have a notice asking clients to use their discretion as to what is put down the drains. No gas grill, but there is a charcoal grill. The range is a Viking and sometimes is sensitive. No, I did not have the latest television at the time of their rental. Since their visit we have upgraded to a 46" HD flat screen TV, added additional cable lines and a 2ndtv set, as well as an ipod player/charger and a Play Station 3. Parking/Street noise: This is a beach cottage in a popular area. I've never had anyone else complain about street noise or bar patrons in 13 years of renting. One time clients complained of construction noise that the next-door neighbors were doing and I gave them a rebate. I stay in the cottage myself whenever I can as I love the neighborhood and the house itself. The same is true for our family and friends, as well as many repeat clients. I live in a quiet area on 5 acres and have always marvelled how quiet the area around the cottage is. Hope this addresses anyone's concerns! Please feel free to contact me regarding any questions

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• A Wonderful Place

  A Wonderful Place

  • Guest Liz
  • Date of stay 07/17/10
  • Review Submitted 08/18/10
  This cottage is lovely and the location can't be beat. The description and pictures accurately depict the house, which is nestled in a very nice residential community. We particularly liked listening to the fountain at night and the lovely sitting areas in the front and back to enjoy the fabulous San Diego weather. A glass of wine while swinging on the covered porch was the perfect ending to the day. Having a driveway to park in was an added bonus as parking is at a premium on weekends. We stayed with our 3 boys in mid July and enjoyed walking to the beach and restaurants (Sbicca was a favorite), as well as the proximity to all of the attractions around San Diego. It was a very quick drive to La Jolla, Lego Land, the zoo and, our favorite, San Diego Surfing Academy in Carlsbad. The owner and her assistant were responsive to every request. We were greeted by vases of fresh flowers and even a welcome basket with fruit, snacks and wine when we arrived.

  Recommended for: Girls getaway, romantic getaway, pet owners, families with teenagers, sightseeing.

  Owner response: I feel the same way!

  Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 3/4

High Season (Jun 02-Sep 15) .. $2495-$3750/week.
Low Season  (Sep 16-Jun 01) .. $1750-$2750/week.
$5000 - 6000/4 weeks     Sept 10 - June 10
SECURITY DEPOSIT required to cover telephone use, damages, heavy cleaning,
etc. & is refundable upon receipt of final phone & PPV TV bills  - about 30 days.
Cottage is suitable for couples, adult groups, or couples with 1 or 2 children.
Maximum number of guests is SIX.   NO SMOKING

Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.

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