We had a fantastic time at this apartment! Right from the beginning Maud was very helpful and provided detailed instructions on how to check-in (which was great since this was my first Airbnb experience). The apartment had all of the necessary household essentials which made the stay feel like we were right at home. The building and neighborhood were very nice - with easy walking access to Main Street where there are plenty of fun bars and restaurants. Upon arrival the apartment was exactly as pictured in the listing and we had a fantastic view of the ocean from the balcony. The parking spot was also a huge help as searching for a spot would have been difficult. We were 2 people travelling and this apartment had more than enough space for us. If we are ever back in Santa Monica I would definitely want to stay here again.