We are frequent travelers to LA as I have family in Santa Monica (SM). There are very few places to choose from in SM and I had several hosts "cancel" or change their mind when I tried to book. Masha's place is a great, quiet neighborhood in a very secure townhome; an iron gate with only 3 other residences. It has a Victorian feeling with the layout; many stories with each floor having it's own bedroom. We did not need to cook much as we were out most of the day- it was a great place to slumber after seeing all the LA/SM sites. Only 2.4 miles to SM and back roads available during busy hours. She is/was very responsive to your needs!