Apartment

** Summer Fun: San Clemente's Treasure By the Beach**

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Private garden patio
Upon entry!
Dining and living area - new hardwood flooring throughout
Dutch door opens so you can enjoy the outside while you're inside
Very private oasis

Reviews

9.2 out of 10

Wonderful

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 365.0 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Dryer
    Dryer
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space

Explore the area

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San Clemente, CA
  • Casino San Clemente
    3 min walk
  • North Beach
    5 min walk
  • San Clemente City Beach
    12 min walk
  • Oceanside, CA (OCN)
    28 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Garden

About this property

** Summer Fun: San Clemente's Treasure By the Beach**

Long time VRBO with fantastic reviews from happy guests, under new ownership and committed to providing the same positive experience!

Large 1-Bedroom - professionally decorated, outdoor living space, modern, hip, clean, comfortable and private!!

Best kept secret by the beach!!! AMAZING Value - INCREDIBLE Location - Air Conditioning (Rare at the Beach!)

One of a few properties in the area that has been permitted and approved by the City of San Clemente for short term rentals and VRBO.

Beach style Dutch Door leads you into an adorable and private apartment from your charming patio, with dining for 6.

For days when you don't feel like heading to the beach, enjoy a 37" HDTV Flat Screen, DVR, modern (and very hip) electric wall fireplace, gorgeous high end custom art, great furnishings, a chrome 1960's circa Swedish mid-century dining set, new high end wall air conditioner unit, sectional sofa, recliner chair, ceiling fan, recessed lighting, fireplace and TV. All have remote controls for your ease and comfort!!!

Open floor plan which offers a FULL Kitchen (very 'beachy' and cottage style) complete with large stainless frig, micro, full size oven/stove, floating shelves, recessed lighting.

Very well stocked... Spices, coffee Filters, etc.

French Doors lead you into a cozy master bedroom retreat. Mirrored night tables, recessed lighting, ceiling fans, leather padded queen bed with down comforter and high end bedding. A very peaceful retreat that is very comfortable and quiet. Comfy Serta Queen Bed, TV with remote.

Bathroom is very Pottery Barn Feel!! Beautiful chandelier, glass floating shelves, stand-up 4-ft shower (no tub) pedestal sink, 1920's style white floor tile. White FLUFFY towels, toiletries. So comfy!!!

We also have VRBO # 1337665 (UPSTAIRS UNIT)

The previous owners took great care in restoring this historic building and creating a fabulous vacation getaway close to the beach, train station, trails, local restaurants, and many of the wonderful treasures San Clemente has to offer!!!

Garage - Professionally Designed - Spotless

MORE cost effective than a hotel room and so much MORE to offer. Your private oasis by the beach awaits you! Monthly rentals available by special request.
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FANTASTIC VALUE AND REASONABLE PRICE!!! If you LOVE artistic, unique, private, positive energy, happy, super clean, cool, and comfortable then this is for YOU!

NO COOKIE CUTTER HERE!!! VERY UNIQUE!!!

PLEASE NOTE: WE DO NOT OFFER PRIVATE VIEWINGS OF OUR PROPERTIES. WE HAVE A POLICY OF NOT DISTURBING OUR STAYING/PAYING GUESTS. WE ALSO HAVE A 90% BOOKING RATE. OUR PHOTOS REPRESENT OUR PROPERTY WELL. THANK YOU KINDLY FOR UNDERSTANDING...
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The Pros (... and there are many!!!)
1. Immaculate, High Quality Furnishings, A/C
2. Private, Romantic
(It is quiet, snugly and very secure in our special compound created from this original 1928 two-story home. When built it had a killer ocean view and there were no other structures for blocks.)
3. Historic - She is a historic treasure and a real gem!
4. 3-minute walk to north beach
5. Indoor washer/dryer
6. Large Private Outdoor Living Space!
7. Enclosed Garage - Very Rare!
8. Professionally Decorated

The ONLY CON... For you non beach dwellers
Our garage is on an alley... she isn't pretty but she takes you to our garage... which is good, right? But once you enter the garage, then into your adorable and private patio... you are in your own snugly sanctuary!!

The reality of San Clemente, like all old Southern California beach communities was designed with an alley system that stretches from North to South. If you walk 2-minutes around the corner to the beach, but are not sure of the idea of an alley, (even safe ones like ours), you probably will want the newer part of town. (Let's face it, alleys are meant to be functional.)

That choice will not have an enclosed garage, will be further from the sand and you'll pay PREMIUM PRICES for a 'Typical Well-Used' and Sparse vacation rental with little charm.

If you LOVE...
Privacy
Comfort
Cleanliness
Amenities
Being Just Steps from the Sand
Knowing your car is safe and secure in our 2-car garage, then welcome!!! You are in for a Treat!!!

Walk to...
-- San Clemente Outlet Mall
-- 3-minutes to train station!
-- 3-minutes to beach!
-- 3-minutes to coffee!
-- 3-minutes to beach trail!
-- 3-minutes to outdoor cafe for breakfast or lunch!
-- 1-minute to take-out sushi!
-- 1-minute to bakery for fresh bread, gourmet salads, sandwiches!
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This is our downstairs apartment and private hideaway...
UPSTAIRS is VRBO Unit: 1337665

Our building is a FULLY enclosed, private enclave with 2 Units... Each has separate entries, patios, living spaces... Both afford privacy and really unique living spaces!!!

Our downstairs garden apartment is a lovely little romantic, modern, cool, private, clean, hideaway for couples, honeymooners, anniversaries, single professionals, small families...

Steps to train station, dining, beach trail, 3-minutes to sand, Kaylani coffee, bike and surfboard rentals, pizza, sushi, flower stand, homemade burgers, outdoor breakfast and lunch cafe, nail salon, massage, nutrition center...
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***** Very Unique ***** Very Cool ***** Very Private *****

This is a very unique, cute, clean garden apartment (on ground floor, no stairs!!!) It is very private, clean, professionally designed and decorated with NEW COMFORTABLE and stylish furnishings and appliances.

We are continuously updating, replacing and adding to make our beach getaway VERY comfortable for our guests. We appreciate our guests and love that they take great care when they stay here.

We have an OUTSTANDING team that does an Excellent job cleaning, managing and making quick repairs when needed. We are very hands on with the maintenance and upkeep of our special property.

Our upstairs Unit # 1337665, which was decorated by a world-class designer, is just as unique. We LOVE our space and know you will too.

This apartment offers approximately 650-700 square feet of Indoor space with another 250 square feet of outdoor space offering comfort and style. GREAT for Couples, Singles...
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Excellent for Honeymooners, Anniversaries, 2-family (or friends) vacationers renting upstairs (VRBO # 1337665) and downstairs units to provide together and alone time!!
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PERFECT SET UP for Two-Family Vacations, Mini Reunions, Retreats, Girlfriends Getaway, Wedding Parties as our (#1337665) is upstairs.....

We own the entire building - it's fully enclosed once you enter the garage or gate - A Mini Vacation Compound!

BOTH have separate entrances, patios, living space, indoor laundry facilities, kitchen, etc. The only thing that is shared is the garage.

Our building offers privacy from the outside neighbors, like a mini vacation compound... We offer our guests many amenities. It is a peaceful spot. Very close to Family Friendly North Beach, the train station, the Historic Ole Hanson Swim Club, and the beach trail that takes you to the pier and beyond along the coastline!!

This is the PERFECT Location if you want the BEACH LIFE WITHOUT THE NOISE, Traffic, Late Night Summer Party Noise at the Pier Bowl... North Beach is Family Friendly and the beginning of San Clemente's coastal beach trail.
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**** PLEASE VIEW CALENDAR FOR AVAILABILITY, RATES, MINIMUM STAYS BEFORE CONTACTING OWNERS *** Thanks so much for Understanding
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*** STRICT NO SMOKING POLICY ON PROPERTY *** Deposit Will Be Forfeited

Property manager

Samantha
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed
Must be Pre-Authorized

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
This is a NON SMOKING residence

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

San Clemente

Located in San Clemente, this apartment is in the city centre and by the sea. Mission San Juan Capistrano and Casa Romantica are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Surfing Heritage Foundation Museum and Ocean Institute. Laguna Beach Paddle Boarding and Glenn E. Vedder Ecological Reserve - Underwater Park and Tidepools are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and ecotours nearby.
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San Clemente, CA

What's nearby

  • Casino San Clemente - 3 min walk
  • San Clemente City Beach - 12 min walk
  • Casa Romantica - 4 min drive
  • San Clemente Pier - 4 min drive
  • San Clemente State Beach - 19 min drive

Getting around

  • San Clemente Pier Station - 8 min drive
  • Orange County, CA (SNA-John Wayne) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Asada Cantina + Kitchen - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Denny's - ‬14 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is ** Summer Fun: San Clemente's Treasure By the Beach** pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at ** Summer Fun: San Clemente's Treasure By the Beach**?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at ** Summer Fun: San Clemente's Treasure By the Beach**?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is ** Summer Fun: San Clemente's Treasure By the Beach** located?

Located in the heart of San Clemente, this apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of Casino San Clemente and North Beach. San Clemente City Beach and El Portal Beach are also within 15 minutes. San Clemente Pier Station is 26 minutes by foot.

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

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9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

8.8/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sheree K., Alpharetta

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing experience, darling condo!
This is one of the cutest places I’ve stayed. Great location!! Steps away from the beach, coffee is a few steps away. It was really nice having laundry in the unit, a huge fridge, all the cookware you need. The lighting was great too! The manager responded back immediately. I will be back soon! A++++
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Samantha B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
San Clemente Getaway
Our little beach oasis was perfect for our little family. Perfect location for a quick walk to the beach and the amenities it had were amazing. Easily fit our little family in there comfortably for 4 nights. Able to cook in the kitchen and did t have to bring our own beach stuff which was a big plus. Property owner was very responsive and helped set us up for a great vacation.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Wolfgang S., Long Beach, CA, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quaint getaway
Just a quaint getaway, it was my daughters birthday and wanted to get out of town. Perfect little place, close to the ocean, good restaurants and shopping. Only with the trains operated more frequently than once or twice a day. Would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Linda F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute Bungalow in great location
Well worth the price point and very clean. Very tiny so ideally one person. As many reviews point out parking in the garage is a major challenge. However, during my stay, the upstairs rental had a full size SUV and I had a BMW X3 considered a small suv. We got it done by the full size pulling in right up inches from right side wall and both vehicles closing the rear view mirrors in. I am 5Ft 2 and 150 pounds and elderly. I was just able to shimmy out driver side. A man deginetly would have to exit passenger side. The alley is clean with no homeless however a half way house is a few doors down and a casino is at the end of the alley. I met some wonderful neighbors walking my dog and was told overall safe. Very very quiet and very easy to get on/off US 5.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

john w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
good time
Great location, great service, good times!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kristen H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute little beach cottage!
We really enjoyed our stay at this cute little beach cottage! It was very comfortable and clean with all the necessities. I would highly recommend staying here for a beach getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exactly as advertised and more
Great little place in a great location. Close to multiple awesome beaches and solid restaurants.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Amy K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Funky Little Gem
This is a cute little hidden gem. Very convenient to the beach, and walking path to the San Clemente pier. Well stoked with everything you might need. The only thing that keeps it from being a 5 is that it is located in a back alley, so no view and not much natural sunlight. Would definitely recommend for a couple!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

2/10 Terrible

Bridgette R.

Disliked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Smokers paradise
This property smells like someone has smoked in it every day, all day long for the last 50 years. Surely this review won’t be approved for posting so I won’t waste my energy explaining the back and forth process to get my money back, finding a new place to stay for a week, and dump $300 in groceries we shopped for on the way to the property. Seriously inconvenienced after a day of travel with a 5 year old. VRBO should be forced to have employees investigate properties prior to approval to post for rent. I will never use VRBO again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

AMANDA V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay, cozy, comfortable
Great little spot. Felt like a cozy hideaway. Had everything we needed and more.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Lisa V.

Convenient hideaway!
We stayed 7 nights in the downstairs unit at Casa Tortuga in October and enjoyed the convenient location for walking to the pier and other places. Despite being off of a main drag through San Clemente and surrounded by businesses, the unit was quiet. It was convenient to have a garage to park in even though it is tight parking. Our smaller Prius was able to make it (albeit with much complaining from the car's sensors!) even though the guests in the upper unit arrived in an SUV. It was nice for our car to be sheltered from the sea film that collects on windshields. We enjoyed the patio for relaxing after a day of walking, or for al fresco breakfast. The electric fireplace nicely knocked off the chill on a couple of mornings. The bed was comfortable and even though there were not many hangers the double bar in the small closet sufficed for draping our clothing that we did not want folded in a drawer. We cooked all of our breakfasts except for one (at the wonderful Mimosa Cafe) in the well appointed kitchen. And if you forget to bring coffee, the small bakery just steps away has a tasty high octane brew. The owner was able to meet us when we arrived later than expected and we appreciated Samantha's availability and prompt and gracious replies to questions. We would stay at Casa Tortuga again. This was our first stay in San Clemente and it is a delightful area that met our need for a low-key vacation with varied activities.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Kevin W.

Cozy spot, great food and beach nearby
Loved it!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2018

8/10 Good

Elisabeth and Larry S.

Cute cabin
Cute pad close to the beach
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Cathy S.

Just right!
We are full-time RVers and our RV needed to go into the shop for repairs. We also have two golden retrievers so were concerned about finding a place. Samantha couldn’t have been more thoughtful working with us. We ended up needing to extend our stay five days and she was willing to help us again! She responded quickly to all of our messages. The place was a couple of blocks to the beach trail and we all enjoyed walking there daily. This VRBO met our needs in our time of need. Thank you
Stayed 19 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer K.

Charming and comfortable
Enjoyed the comfort and style of this great 1 bedroom flat. It had everything I needed for my long weekend in southern Cali. Location to North Beach was great. Close to some great places to eat, including Ellie's Table which is a great place for morning coffee. Highly recommend this home. You won't be disappointed.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018

8/10 Good

Robyn P.

Cute, sweet, clean, short walk to beach, quiet.
The apartment is cute, very clean, comfortable, and had everything I needed, including a vacuum when I spilled some sand, as well as boogie boards and umbrella and beach chairs. I was worried about the apartment upstairs...would I hear them walking around, will it be noisy...but it was fine. I don’t know if they are actually mice or not, because they were super quiet, but I was there a week and never heard footsteps above my head. It wasn’t an issue at all. The patio was very comfortable and I spent a lot of time there. Property Owner Samantha is very nice and easy to work with. The garage is tight and I knew that going into it, so I was prepared to street park. Only two small cars will fit. A larger car can fit in theory, but it is extremely difficult to get the second car in there. It just wasn’t worth it to even try. The other renters got there before me, so they got the garage first. Like I said, I knew it might be an issue before I arrived, so I’m not upset. I’m just letting people know that if you have a midsize car, it’s probably not going to fit with even another small car in there. That being said, it’s not too hard to find a parking spot on the street, the longest I had to walk was about 20 houses. Houses are very close together. I would stay here again.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jason G.

Sam is awesome!
This really is the perfect get away. Sam responded very fast and is extremely helpful. If you want to be walking minutes to the beach this is the place. I will visit again, thank you.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Megan D.

Excellent
Excellent location, very clean, cutely decorated, and great communication between us and the host. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2018

8/10 Good

Karen W.

Walk to beach, hidden gem behind row of shops and businesses
We enjoyed our stay because of the close location to the beach. A short walk, although it involves walking through an alley behind a row of shops and businesses. You don't have the view of the ocean from the condo, but the condo is decorated sweetly. This is the best-stocked condo we have ever stayed in. Need zip-lock bags? Yep, found them. Need a cooler? Yep, found that. Comfortable bed, nice (not skimpy) towels, everything super nice. One reason we got a condo instead of a hotel room is my husband likes to watch TV late at night and I like to sleep. The doors to bedroom blocked TV noise enough that I fell asleep easily. He would have liked a more comfortable couch for watching TV but said he made the futon work with effective use of pillows. This was a great value, a bit more but not a whole lot more than what our hotel room would have cost. CON: We arrived late at night so had a hard time finding the place. I knew we would be driving into an alley to get to our garage but didn't know there would be a slew of garages with no addresses above any of them, was looking for a turtle on a door but it's back from the street not at same level of garage doors and since it was dark, it took us awhile driving around to find it. In the morning, it seemed so obvious, wondered why we had such a hard time. I would say, drive through Pep Boys turn left into the alley behind their business, and it's the first garage door on your left. Park to the right of the garage temporarily while you enter through the turtle door, open garage door, then park.(during the day, Pep Boys parked a truck in a strategic location so people could not drive through their lot, fyi). The garage was a VERY tight fit. Even though we had a small car the other car in the garage was not. I had to get out and direct my husband each time he drove in because had had about a foot or two on each side. A red VW bug parked in front of a garage door on the other side of the alley didn't make it any easier. Despite the garage and somewhat odd location behind a row of businesses, we enjoyed our stay. I rented bikes at a shop that was .3 miles away and rode on what I think was the most beautiful bike path I have ever been on. If it weren't for the somewhat odd location, rough time with parking, we would rate it a 5. Because of those things I gave it a 4. We would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Bob H.

Loved this place!
My wife and I stayed here for 4 days and loved this place, the location, and San Clemente! It was true to the pictures and description, had everything we needed, and was a great little quiet, private spot. Just a short walk to the beach made it perfect. The AC just takes the edge off when it got a little warm during the day. Sam was very informative and answered all our questions before and during our stay. Such a unique property...try it!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Cassie C.

Relaxing Suite and Breathtaking Views!😍
I was greeted by Samantha, she is such a gem! She showed me around and made me feel very comfortable and handle me the keys! She was sure to fill me in on the activities that were happening around the area and what was going on down towards the beach! My boyfriend and I had a BBQ, relaxed and had some wine and then decided to watch the sunset! It was just so nice watching the sunset from the balcony and enjoying that moment! I would stay here again in a heartbeat!!🙏🏻🙌🏼❤️ Thanks for being an amazing host!

About the host

Hosted by Samantha

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We have lived in Southern California for years and love the small town feel San Clemente's 'little village by the sea' offers. It's the perfect mix of friendly and down-to-earth. Everyone who is fortunate enough to visit, will find amazing restaurants, tiny outdoor cafes, shopping, hiking, beautiful scenery - everything you'd want on a vacation. Unlike other places along the coast, San Clemente has an actual downtown (Del Mar Ave.), as well as world renowned surf spots!! (I learned to surf right down the street!) Old and young love it here and share a bond of pride for this little piece of Paradise! The beauty and heartfelt friendliness make this the perfect vacation stay. Once you arrive you never want to leave!!

Why they chose this property

Bought this 1928 building because the moment I stepped foot inside, I immediately connected with the peaceful and happy energy that envelops this space. I learned the previous owners remodeled it and when they weren't living there, they started renting it on VRBO. It is one of the first homes built in the village and one of only a few legal VRBO places available to rent in San Clemente's North Beach. I love the idea of continuing the legacy that the prior owners created and sharing this cheerful and special place with travelers who want very nice, clean, and safe accommodations that feel like home.

What makes this property unique

The garden apartment is Modern and clean! It is very unique and peaceful. You feel very safe and sequestered inside it's walls....... Our location is really great being so close to the beach, public transportation, new restaurants, THE NEW BEACH TRAIL, the 1933 CASINO AND OLE HANSON WEDDING VENUE, Ole Hanson public pool, the new San Clemente Outlets, the trailhead walking stairs/ trails. If you chose to skip a car, you could walk pretty much everywhere... We love it's charm. And the fact that it has all brand furnishings and appliances. New and VERY VERY CLEAN!!! You may speak to owner in regards to amenities and pets.

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English

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