This is a charming home two blocks from Moonlight Beach and easy walking distance to restaurants, shops, and Encinitas Surf Shop.It's very "beach cottage" style--no air conditioning, but fans and screens in every room. But honestly, we spent *hours* in the fenced yard--the gardens are established, varied, and stunning! Hummingbirds visited every day. The garden also adds a layer of privacy and shade, particularly the hedge near the front door.Kitchen is small but very functional, and well organized; fridge has a working in-door ice and water dispenser, which was really welcome during our stay, which took place over several heat-advisory days. Missing a smoke detector in kitchen, however.I was fussy when I arrived, because i couldn't figure out how to work blinds (some are simple push/pull, and some are pull-cord), and because a remote control was missing, but management was quick to respond, and patient with my questions. I bought a coffee maker to replace a missing one and management offered to reimburse. Timely answers throughout stay, tbhThe outdoor shower was a godsend (sand), and both bathrooms are spacious, impeccably clean, and beautifully tiled.It was nice to have a large secure garage for the car, but we did not drive even once during our stay, due to the prime spot!It's a great place for a small family or a few explorers. Unfussy and easy to make yourself at home in. It's in a sedate residential neighborhood, so it was also easy to maintain quiet hours.