A great week

Guest: Nate (Minnetonka, mn)
Date of Stay: 01/05/12 Review Submitted: 01/18/12

What can I say, the weather was perfect, the location was walking distance to everything we needed. We slept better in these beds than we did at home. Never had landlords that were so accomadating. They wanted us to have a great experience. Seriously considering next year again.

Recommended for:Tourists without a car, sightseeing, age 55+, families with teenagers.

Excellent location

Guest: Julie K. (Los Angeles, California)
Date of Stay: 09/01/11 Review Submitted: 09/26/11

My family of 4 stayed here over Labor day this year. Barry was very helpful & the home was clean, well decorated, and had everything we could possibly need. We loved the 5 minute walk to the beach and excellent restaurants (Mmmmm, Verdes El Ranchero!!). Thanks Barry, we'll definitely be returning.

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, pet owners, girls getaway, families with young children, families with teenagers.

Very Comfortable with Good Location

Guest: JennyB (Scottsdale, AZ)
Date of Stay: 05/06/11 Review Submitted: 05/12/11

My family and I stayed there over Mother's Day Weekend. It was me, my daughter, my parents and my brother. The house is very nice and very close to lots of stuff. I will say that it doesn't truly sleep "5"...unless the 5th person is comfortable on the love-seat or floor. That said, it's a great house for a couple or a family with older kids (the bedrooms are on separate floors so if you had small children it might be a little worrisome). Loved that it had a garage and you will not be wanting for a homey feeling...everything is very comfortable and well stocked. The walk to the beach is super easy and through a wonderful neighborhood that will have you checking out the "For Sale" signs and dreaming of relocating. The beach itself is fantastic for walking, playing, kite flying, kids, etc., etc. In addition, the owners/rental group were so easy to work with...We scheduled at the last minute and everything went smooth as silk. All in all a fabulous trip and this little town home was definitely a good part of that!

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, girls getaway, families with teenagers.

Great spacious townhome in convenient location!

Guest: Alan (Chicago, IL)
Date of Stay: 09/03/10 Review Submitted: 03/14/11

My family and I had a wonderful experience at this townhome. Perfect setting and location for the entire family (6 and 2 year old children). The owner made us feel right at home. Exceptionally clean and very spacious. The kitchen was fully equipped. Beds were very comfortable and there was a pack n' play for the baby. Plenty of beach toys to keep all of us busy! Great proximity to beaches, restaurants, and downtown La Jolla. We will certainly consider this on our next vacation to La Jolla!

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, adventure seekers, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.

Fantastic Vacation

Guest: Corey, Kelley & 2 dtrs (Bakersfield, CA)
Date of Stay: 07/19/10 Review Submitted: 03/13/11

Summer for 2010 we spent a week at Barry and Christine's townhouse in La Jolla. We were visiting family that lived in the area. The location was wonderful. Close to our family, a short walk to the beach, and a quick drive to The Cove!! Each evening after spending the day with family and exploring San Diego we would come back to our home (for a week) and take a relaxing walk to the beach. The townhouse had everything we needed. The day we arrived we went shopping for food and nothing else. Christine and Barry were very nice and made our stay wonderful. Barry talked to my husband a couple of times on the phone before arriving and I spoke with Christine the day we arrived. I would love to stay again and hope to soon. We had fun in La Jolla!!! 5 months after visiting La Jolla & family we lost our father. This trip was the last time we spent with him before his passing. We'll remember this time as very special. Mom of the bunch.

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.

Vacation June 2010

Guest: Iron Mike (Chicago, Illinois)
Date of Stay: 06/12/10 Review Submitted: 03/11/11

Vacation June 2010 for my two teenaged kids, wife and I was a pleasant week. Barry (the owner) was very informative on the area restaurants, shops and the house upon arrival. It is close to downtown and the beach, less than a mile. It is on a busy main street that runs through town and can be tricky pulling in and out of driveway. No yard if you want to use the small grill there or had little kids to coral. We did enjoy daily walks. All surf boards and beach towels in the garage were fair game for us. Washer and dryer were nice. Kitchen had all comforts of home and the house was tastefully decorated. Follow the house key rule so you don't get locked out like we did. (Sorry Barry) Seal beach is walkable and we used internet access for directions. We would stay there again! Note: La Jolla runs about 10 degrees cooler (in 70's) than San Diego and when we stayed it was "June gloom" or overcast, but not raining. So check weather if you want sunny beaches.

Recommended for:Families with teenagers.

A wonderful holiday

Guest: family of six (calgary)
Date of Stay: 12/24/10 Review Submitted: 03/10/11

We are still talking about our trip to La Jolla and this lovely house, it was beautiful and clean and within walking distance to a beach. The only downside was of our two week vacation we had only booked a week here and were very sad to leave to go onto our next location, our family is very much looking forward to coming back again in the future.

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, families with young children, families with teenagers.

Great place to stay when in San Diego!!

Guest: Dan & Shelly Johnson (West Bend, WI)
Date of Stay: 04/04/10 Review Submitted: 03/10/11

Loved this place and the convenience to all the area has to offer. Walking distance to shops, restaurants & other businesses. Barry was extremely easy to work with and a good guy too.

Recommended for:Tourists without a car, sightseeing, adventure seekers, families with young children.

Great La Jolla Condo

Guest: DisneyGirl (Pleasanton, CA)
Date of Stay: 07/14/10 Review Submitted: 03/04/11

We stayed here in July, 2010. Very clean, cute place! Pretty easy garage parking; owners told us to pull into the large driveway and back into the garage, since the condo is on the main drag coming out of La Jolla. The place is small, but there's plenty of room for relaxing and entertaining. Nicely decorated. Plenty of books, games and DVDs for guests to use. Just a couple of minor downsides - there is no TV in the master bedroom and the upstairs bathroom walls do not go all the way to the ceiling, so you can hear everything. If you stay there with friends, make sure they are good friends, lol. Walking distance to beach. If you really like to walk, it's easy to walk to downtown La Jolla. Unit was well-represented by owner. Not too much street noise, but there is some as it is on the main drag. We would definitely stay there again and would recommend it to others.

Owner response:We have renovated the upstairs bathroom which included changing the walls and completely closing it off from the rest of the condo. There is certainly no problem with any sounds....especially those musical kinds! We also put a third TV in the Master bedroom. We attempt to be very attentive to all or guests. This is the first we have ever heard of a problem. Our property is 1150 sq ft. with two bedrooms and two bathrooms. With the cathedral ceiling, we feel it is spacious and open for this square footage. We're so glad that this renter would "definitely stay again and would recommend it to others. Sincerely, Barry & Christine Tobias

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.

Dallas, Texas

Guest: From family of four (Dallas)
Date of Stay: 08/08/10 Review Submitted: 03/04/11

We had a great stay with our two daughters! Beautiful property. Owner was helpful and easy to deal with.

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, families with teenagers.