My family stayed at Maddalena's house for just over a week while visiting from Australia, and we couldn't have been happier with it! Our kids (3 and 5) had a fantastic time exploring the huge front yard (and meeting the resident squirrel- so exotic to us). The house was the perfect size for us and I have to make special mention of the mattresses which were *amazingly* comfortable (better than any hotel by far!). We used the place as a base to explore L.A. and visit Disneyland, and the house was such a relaxing place to come back to after a full day. The location is great, such a quiet neighborhood. We strolled down to Atwater Village several times for breakfast and dinner and to check out the local shops and loved it. I can heartily recommend Maddalena's place to anyone! We'd happily stay there again (and I hope we will!).