This place is amazing. Think of it as a get away from all the stressers of the real world. Not only are you in the mountain with a breath taking view but your right above town so you can just open your door to enjoy some local music at night. Your a walk away from Topanga State Park and just a 30 min drive to Malibu, Venice beach, and los Angeles(outside of rush hours). Santa Monica is even closer! I am from NY and my favorite part is that your surround by mountain like upstate NY. Down one side of the mountain your at Santa Monica Beach, reminding me of long island beaches. Down the other side it's like long island but drive a little further and your in the city! And as a vegetarian it's amazing to have the options because NY is still catching up lol. Have nothing bad to say about this stay and would recommend it to anyone!! Especially someone like me (finding myself on a cross country journey, while accomplishing major goals) or someone who is simply looking to grow as a person♡.