My partner and I stayed at Stephen’s Topanga cottage for our anniversary and the experience was magical.
The space is charming, quaint, and unlike any hotel or Airbnb I’ve ever stayed in, which made our evening so much more special and romantic. At night, we drank wine underneath the twinkly lights in the living room (a great touch) and in the morning we enjoyed the sound of birds chirping at the picnic table outside. It was idyllic, I really felt like we were transported to another time. There are seemingly hundreds of interesting books and National Geographic magazines stacked in the bedroom, a coal stove in the living room, and goodies stocked in the fridge. It’s also conveniently close to a village and Malibu.
Stephen is also a responsive, gracious, and incredibly kind host. He definitely makes you feel comfortable the moment you step foot on the property.
All in all, this is a wonderful spot, and a steal considering how much you get for the low price. If have the opportunity to stay here: DO IT. We will definitely return the next time we need to get away.