Having just moved from that area recently, I would suggest Laguna Beach. There are a couple of timeshares there. I know because I own one at Laguna Surf. Its an artists town. It's very heavy tourist in the summer but at the time of year you will be there, it will be very quiet. Its right on the ocean....has many great restaurants, shopping, art galleries and you can walk all through the town. I love it and plan to be there myself in early Nov.

Irene Raleigh, NC