Barbara's place is a real gem, quiet and right near the Venice pier but just a short walk along the foreshore to all the area's craziness. We were so comfortable there, the studio is set up really thoughtfully and uses its "diminutive" amount of space well. We felt we could have stayed a while; the kitchen is fab and kitted out for those who like to cook, while little things like extra beach towels, a beach bag and an umbrella in case of rain made our whole stay very comfortable and easy. Barbara and Judd are also super warm and gave us lots of privacy, while maintaining easy contact. All in all, a great experience.