Is it quiet?
Yes, 364 days a year it’s very quiet on the East side of the Bay. It’s a small building, only 22 condos with mostly owners who live there. The “Party-animals" like to be right on the Ocean, across the Bay. There is only one day that “all Hell breaks loose” right in front of the condo and that’s on the 4^th of July. We hire security guards for that day. Please be very considerate of my neighbors who enjoy the quiet, peaceful atmosphere on the other 364 days.

How far is it to the nearest sandy beach where my kids can go in the water? 
Just downstairs. The condo is on the sand and the Bay is fine for swimming inside the bouy line. I trained for a triathlon right in front of the condo (got first place in my age group!) This part of Mission Bay gets flushed out with the tides so the water is very similar to the ocean but a bit warmer and no waves. If you want waves, it’s about a 10-minute leisurely walk around the bay to the ocean.

Is there private parking?
Yes, there is an underground garage and my parking spot is “N,” as in “Nancy.” You will be provided with a garage door opener. If you have guests, they can park on Riviera or Roosevelt, paying close attention to the signs that prohibit parking on street sweeping days, at the beginning of each month.

Are there restaurants and shopping nearby? 
Large grocery stores are about 1 mile away. There is a small convenience store and Liquor Store/Deli about 3 blocks away. There are tons of restaurants, everything you could ever want, on Mission Blvd, Grand and Garnet all about one mile away.

Is there someplace where I can buy organic food nearby? 
Henry’s Market (similar to Whole Foods or Wild Oats) carries a nice variety of Organic foods and produce as well as free-range chicken and eggs and antibiotic-free meats. It’s about one mile away on Garnet and Fanuel. Probably the best organic food market in San Diego is Ocean Beach People’s Organic Foods Market, about 3 miles away from the condo. Near People’s Market is a fabulous Mexican Restaurant that serves Organic and Vegetarian entrees and a cute little soup-and-sandwich place that serves only vegetarian organic food and everything is delicious! Pacific Beach has lots of Ethnic restaurants.

How far is it from the airport? 
7 miles, 15 minutes driving time (without any holiday airport traffic). I can send you directions or you can go to MapQuest for driving directions and enter 
From: 3888 Riviera  Drive, San Diego, CA 92109
To:  3225 N Harbor Dr, San Diego, CA 92101

How far is it to SeaWorld?
Driving there is longer than driving back home. MapQuest says its 4.18 miles, 9 minutes driving time to get there and it’s probably half that to come back. I can send you directions or you can go to MapQuest for driving directions and enter
From: 3888 Riviera Drive, San Diego, CA 92100
To:  500 Sea World Dr, San Diego, CA 92109

Is there Cable TV and Internet?
Yes, we have cable TV and High-Speed Cable Internet so if you have a laptop with an Ethernet connection or card, bring it along and surf the web.

I have a very well behaved dog that doesn’t shed and hardly ever barks. Can you make an exception to your No Pet Policy? 
No. Many people are allergic to pet dander and pet hair and, even though we keep the condo spotlessly clean, we don’t want to subject any unsuspecting guests to an allergic reaction.

Do I need to rent a car? 
There is almost no public transportation in San Diego and most people do rent a car but if you love to walk or want to just relax near the bay/beach area and not do the San Diego tourist scene, there are plenty of shops, grocery stores and restaurants, probably everything you would need, about one mile away on Mission Blvd, Grand and Garnet; the main Streets of Pacific Beach. A taxi from the airport should be about $20 with a tip. 

How far is it to Downtown San Diego, the Gas Lamp area? 
It’s abut 15 minutes, 8 miles. Old Town, with it’s great Mexican Restaurants is about half way to Downtown, just off the 5 freeway.  

Date last updated- 11/26/2008
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