The host was very communicative and friendly, convenient location, and the space was clean (although did have a little beachy/mildew smell that was quickly mitigated by opening the doors), and it had many - what I like to call - "budget quirks."
The location was incredibly convenient - no more than 5 minutes walk to the beach, Abott Kinney, and Rose St. The space itself left much to be desired (to be fair we do prefer to stay in nice places. We booked this place because of the location and the price - we were trying to keep our trip expenses as low as possible). Many things in the space didn't work as they should - lights, light switches, repairs needed on appliances, a wooden block held up one corner of the couch (which was quite uncomfortable), windows must be opened with two hands, and the bath towels were quite old and thin. I can also attest to the "Mad Max" reference another reviewer left - although we didn't abandon our stay here. We loved using the beach cruisers available, which were endearingly rusty - beat paying for rentals! Let's be clear, I do not say any of this as criticism, but simply the reality of the space you may be renting. After all is said and done, would I want to stay here again? No. Would I stay here if I had no other option? Yes. If you don't mind budget quirks, this would be a great place. If you're boujie, don't stay here.