We are a bit biased, I guess, as we just love Pasadena as an area. Konrad's place is a walking distance from the main shopping area and some good cafes like Superba, Flowers and Coffee and restaurants like Sage. Calm and quiet area to take some time off. Hosts seem to work out / train often, so the motivation rubs over to you as well, therefore we went to runs around the block and hiked in the nearby Eaton Canyon (15min drive from the house).