Reviews of Property: Your provide the Romance. . We provide the Rest

We had a fabulous time here; the Condo was extremely well equipped and very clean and comfortable. The work on the pool (see earlier review) has been completed and the pool is open daily between 8am and 10pm, we managed quiet swims at the beginning and end of the day and despite it being the height of the season we also found there was ample room in the pool and sufficient loungers during the day. The Strand Development (again see earlier review) is still not quite finished but the landscaping is completed, the new steps to the beach are open, the funicular is in place and I would imagine all will be finished very soon it will be a fantastic asset once it is completed. We didn't particularly notice any building noise...certainly the predominant noise at 8am was the sound of the Pacific Ocean!
We have stayed in numerous holiday rentals in UK, Europe and the States over the past 20 years and this Condo is the best equipped we have EVER had. The internet access made planning trips so easy and also had the advantage of allowing our two teenagers to stay in touch with friends back in the UK also having all the beach equipment provided; including towels was a major advantage for us long haul travellers!
Just as important however were the little things; the bathrooms were fully supplied with toiletries, shampoo, shower gels and soaps, the kitchen was supplied with a full range of everyday cleaning products, all laundry products were supplied, there was sufficient toilet tissue, kitchen paper and bin bags to last us for our two week stay and to cap it all there was a well stocked larder cupboard with all the basics including herbs and spices.
Betha made a point of visiting us during our stay to check everything was OK and couldn't be more willing to help with anything if required; our deposit was credited back to the UK before we arrived back home!!
We used the Condo as a base to explore Socal, this being our first trip to CA we did the usual, a trip to San Diego and Zoo, trips to LA for Hollywood, Beverly Hills and Universal, but we also explored the local area, San Juan Capistrano has a very pretty historic mission as well as an attractive town centre and Temecula is worth a visit for reminders of the 'Wild West'. There are some fabulous beaches in the area, Crystal Cove is well worth a visit, we visited the local beach every day and even at weekends it was not over crowded.
We wouldn't hesitate to stay here again and have already recommended it.

We were surprised that the steps across the street were not open and that the closest steps to the beach are about a half mile from the condo. We could have easily overlooked this had we not then found out that the pool which is so heavily advertised throughout the ads for Niguel Beach Terrace condos was also closed (pool was still drained as of 3/28/2009). We have two children and a swimming pool is one of the main components we look for when deciding where to stay. The owner had our phone number and email address and yet never once told us the pool was closed. When we called her (while at the condo), she told us we could go to a local YMCA and pay to swim or drive 10 min to their unheated pool at their personal condo. Another family w/a different owner had the same problem...other owners are not disclosing the lack of a swimming pool. Since the review guidelines forbid mentioning the actual rates paid, I can only say that we paid what most people would consider an expensive rate and didn't have what many families w/children would consider a most important (and advertised) amenity. Also--travelers should be aware that construction work begins before 8am and is directly across the street (for people who like to sleep in when on vacation).

Very cute decor/beautiful and comfortable bedding, but owners should be forthcoming about lack of pool before guests arrive/pay.

Wonderful Condo.
The rooms are very clean with all amenities what you need (towels, soap, shampoo and, and, and).
Fantastic extras like internet, stuff for the beach (chairs, surfboards, toys for the kids etc.).
There is an extra shopping-card to get less at the supermarket.
So many little things, wonderful.
The owner are very friendly, thank you.

Our family stayed at this condo for one week last March and we loved it. Infact we are planning on returning next spring.

Betha, what can we say? Words cannot paint
the picture of how great your condo is. We just completed our week stay in Dana Point and was overwhelmed at all of the ammenties you have so thoughtfully placed in the home. The Ivory Coast is the cleanest place we have ever stayed in! Our hats off to the cleaning crew!
If someone thinks the price is too high, it is not. Just think of all you get.
Again, thanks for a GREAT week. What a great place to escape the hurricanes. Chris and Vanessa Majors - Winter Haven, FL