This "Magical Malibu Ranch House" was really great. First, with no disrespect to the host's photographer, the pictures really do not capture either the roomy size of the place, or its elegance. The place is bigger than you think, and nicer. Also it is either difficult or impossible to capture what Malibu is with juts a picture or two. It is just a stunning and wonderful place. This rental is perfectly situated a little bit away from the shore, but not too far into the mountains where it would be too hot and desert-y. I briefly considered staying in the Santa Monica area because it was cheaper. But this place is well worth what they are charging.