Do not hesitate to book with La Donna if you’re looking for a space to call home for a while! I stayed for a month, and it was more than I expected!
I didn’t realize this was the layout from the Airbnb page, but the housing situation is 3 bedrooms, a bathroom, living room, and kitchen ABOVE the main house for Airbnb renters, with its own separate door/staircase from the main house. You can be as independent as you like, but the other renters were so personable and friendly, we often spent time in the common areas talking, etc! You’re also given a easily accessible parking space in the driveway, which is SOOOO NICE bc I didn’t realize street parking could be such a hassle!
La Donna or her husband cleaned the common spaces every week and restocked free snacks for us! Everything was well provided for, including towels, laundry detergent, kitchen appliances, etc etc.. Overall, a great place to stay for longer renters (or whoever)!
La Donna was always quick to answer messages, and whenever I spoke with her in person, I always felt so encouraged and loved afterwards! Is that crazy to say about a host?! She was just so nice and accommodating! She was also so kind to my visiting friend — I really appreciated that <33
My room, the Zen Room, was so spacious, with two nicely-sized closets, a comfy queen-sized bed, couch, and desk. I loved staying there! Because it faces the street, it was noisy at times from cars, fireworks, neighborhood parties, etc, but that just adds to the LA city vibes, ya know?? If you need absolute quiet, though, this room is not for you—but tbh maybe LA isn’t for you either! Another thing to consider is that there is no central A/C, which usually wasn’t a problem at all with the fan or windows open, but on those hotter days, the portable A/C machine available makes A LOT of noise. Couldn’t hear myself think😅
They warn you about this, but DO NOT have food in the room, because ants will make their way in! Accidentally left some garbage from a beach trip in the room and ants found it. But after some cleanup and provided Raid, it wasn’t a problem again!
As a first time resident of LA, this month at La Donna’s was the perfect introduction to the city and its people!
**Added bonus, on clear days, you can see the Hollywood Sign from the kitchen balcony!