Michele’s place is a quiet sanctuary in Altadena & a book lovers haven (she’s a local author and lifelong servant of community serving on several local boards). A quick drive to Pasadena, Huntington Library & Museum, hiking trails and a welcome relief from the prices and madness of LA if city living isn’t your style. Try Pizza of Venice while you’re here (UberEats delivers). Cafe Santorini in downtown Pasadena is lovely for al fresco dining on a balmy evening (reservations needed). And leave space in your schedule for the Japanese style soaking tub. we thoroughly enjoyed the Italian courtyard and perusing the book collection.