Almost too good to be true — a private, contemporary little apartment, in a killer location: two blocks from the Venice canals, right near the corner of a main boulevard with restaurants, cafes and a little grocery, a very pleasant neighborhood walk to the beach and boardwalk, and a very responsive, helpful host. David's place has all the amenities you'd expect in a studio, including a small kitchen with a table and chairs; a gigantic California king bed and a big flat screen TV. I was out and about for most of my visit, but it felt great to come back to his sweet little studio to unwind. The apartment is secure behind a locked gate; inside the gate the stairs lead up to the place from a courtyard behind a mom-and-pop grocery store. The studio faces the back of the store across this courtyard. You'll get light from the store at night and some noise when they open and close, but it's just a minor bother. It feels like you're really living in that neighborhood. I was amazed at the lovely walk along the Venice canals; it's really a little secret gem. I just love this place and think you will too. The combination of location, clean, modern little studio and truly friendly host make David's place a real find. Thank you David!