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Throwback Thursday: Barefootin' in Playa del Rey

By Jeff Dowler, CRS

Real Estate Agent with eXp Realty of California, Inc. CA DRE #01490977

July 19, 2018 04:24 PM

Throwback Thursday: Barefootin' in Playa del Rey

Barefoot at the Inn at Playa del Rey

I'm a big fan of going barefoot, which I can enjoy pretty much year-round here in SoCal, even in the winter, although sometimes socks are needed.

I stumbled across this photo from our Valentine's Day 2014 stay at one of our favorite places, the Inn at Playa del Rey, a cool beach town west of Culver City near LA (and adjacent to the area known as Silicon Beach).

If you can get past my feet, the view is pretty nice! That's Marina del Rey off in the distance beyond the Bellona Wetlands, and there are views for miles up the coast past Malibu and east to the mountains surrounding LA.

We have been a bunch of times to this charming Inn that reminds us of New England and the owners now know us. We always stay in the same suite on the top floor with terrific views, there are some great restaurants nearby, and the best bonus is the visits with the grandkids perhap 15 minutes away!!

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Kathy Streib

Cypress, TX

Home Stager/Redesign

Hi Jeff- ok, are those your feet??? As my husband says, you could be a parts model!

Jul 19, 2018 04:42 PM

Jeff Dowler, CRS

eXp Realty of California, Inc. - Carlsbad, CA

The Southern California Relocation Dude

Ha ha Kathy Streib

Yep, all mine. I love what your husband says!!

Jeff

Jul 19, 2018 04:55 PM

Gayle Rich-Boxman Fishhawk Lake Real Estate

John L Scott Market Center - Birkenfeld, OR

"Your Local Expert!" 503-739-3843

Relaxation, baby, that's the way to go!!! Balance out your life, even if you can't do it right this minute, you CAN transport yourself back in time to a thing of beauty and treasured memories. I'm a big one for taking myself back to favorite places. After the first time, I figure I can replicate that with joy, hopefully!!!

Jul 19, 2018 09:23 PM

Endre Barath, Jr.

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties - Beverly Hills, CA

Realtor - Los Angeles Home Sales 310.486.1002

Jeff what year was it when we had coffee in the Marina? 2010?? it was your anniversary and you went to the Restaurant I recommended, I have been trying to rack my brains out...Endre

Jul 19, 2018 10:33 PM

James Dray

Fathom Realty - Bentonville, AR

Morning Jeff.

Taking a photo of my feet would throw people into panic mode. Not a pretty sight.

Jul 20, 2018 01:59 AM

Joe Pryor

The Virtual Real Estate Team - Oklahoma City, OK

REALTOR® - Oklahoma Investment Properties

I am so glad you don't paint your toenails, I would worry about you.

Jul 20, 2018 06:38 AM

Jeff Dowler, CRS

eXp Realty of California, Inc. - Carlsbad, CA

The Southern California Relocation Dude

I so agree Gayle Rich-Boxman Fishhawk Lake Real Estate And this is the kind of place that relaxes me immediately, and there are others. And photos help with the memories!!

Jeff

Jul 20, 2018 06:58 AM

Gayle Rich-Boxman Fish...

Birkenfeld, OR

Jeff Dowler, CRS

eXp Realty of California, Inc. - Carlsbad, CA

The Southern California Relocation Dude

Hi Endre Barath, Jr.

Of course I thought of you when I wrote this! I'm not sure of the date when we met but it HAS been a while - our anniversary is in late July! The first time we stayed at this Inn was in 2012 so maybe then?

I think you've recommended several restaurants in the past...Cafe del Rey being one of them where we have been a couple of times.

Jeff

Jul 20, 2018 07:31 AM

Jeff Dowler, CRS

eXp Realty of California, Inc. - Carlsbad, CA

The Southern California Relocation Dude

Ha ha James Dray

At the time I took this I didn't plan on sharing it. I doubt anyone wants to look AT my feet but the contrast was interesting. LOL.

Jeff

Jul 20, 2018 07:32 AM

Jeff Dowler, CRS

eXp Realty of California, Inc. - Carlsbad, CA

The Southern California Relocation Dude

No doubt my granddaughter would think getting my toes painted would be fun Joe Pryor . But I'm NOT going there.

Jeff

Jul 20, 2018 07:33 AM

Sheila Anderson

Referral Group Incorporated - East Brunswick, NJ

The Real Estate Whisperer Who Listens 732-715-1133

Good afternoon Jeff. I think this is fun and I love the view as well. Cheers.

Jul 20, 2018 10:48 AM

Grant Schneider

Performance Development Strategies - Armonk, NY

Your Coach Helping You Create Successful Outcomes

Jeff - oh yes, just kick up your feet and relax. I find that I am barefoot too when I am in Florida.

Jul 20, 2018 12:26 PM

George Souto

George Souto NMLS #65149 FHA, CHFA, VA Mortgages - Middletown, CT

Your Connecticut Mortgage Expert

Jeff I hope everyone was up wind of that shot ...... LOL

Jul 20, 2018 02:24 PM

Jeff Dowler, CRS

eXp Realty of California, Inc. - Carlsbad, CA

The Southern California Relocation Dude

We love the views as well Sheila Anderson . We've been at several different times of the year and it's always beautiful, especially with the wetlands and the bird life right outside our door, so to speak!

Jeff

Jul 20, 2018 03:35 PM

Jeff Dowler, CRS

eXp Realty of California, Inc. - Carlsbad, CA

The Southern California Relocation Dude

Hi Grant Schneider

I bet!! And there's less time to enjoy barefooting in New England than in Florida...or here!

Jeff

Jul 20, 2018 03:37 PM

Jeff Dowler, CRS

eXp Realty of California, Inc. - Carlsbad, CA

The Southern California Relocation Dude

Ha ha George Souto Funny guy. Guess it was a good thing there was an ocean breeze from the left (always) and we were on the 3rd floor!

Jeff

Jul 20, 2018 03:38 PM

Georgie Hunter R(S) 58089

Hawai'i Life Real Estate Brokers - Haiku, HI

Maui Real Estate sales and lifestyle info

It's always nice to find a good place where you can put your feet up! And close to grandkids is a bonus.

Jul 21, 2018 05:21 PM

Jeff Dowler, CRS

eXp Realty of California, Inc. - Carlsbad, CA

The Southern California Relocation Dude

A solid YOU ARE SO RIGHT on both counts Georgie Hunter R(S) 58089 Thanks for stopping by. Enjoy the rest of your weekend!

Jeff

Jul 21, 2018 05:23 PM

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