Shelley is a marvelous host! She greeted us when we arrived, got us settled and provided a delicious gift basket. The amenities are fantastic, better than any hotel in the area. There is a kitchen area, with AMAZING coffee for the mornings and everything you would need for a meal at home -microwave oven, refrigerator, sink, dishes, tea pot, coffee maker. The shower is great as well. The bed and futon were very comfortable. There is a window AC unit that does a great job in the afternoons when it is warm.
Shelley also put together a wonderful list of food recommendations / local information that we used daily to guide our explorations. After greeting us, we really didn't run into each other again before she came to wish us well on our travels the night before we left. She gave us a sweet parting gift and she is just such a pleasant person to interact with. There was ample privacy and you have your own entrance, it was nice because we are early birds and we didn't feel that we disturbed Shelley or her husband.
The location was perfect, the house is located a short drive from most LA hot spots. We rented a car and parking was abundant in front of the house. Safe and cute neighborhood.