A great chilled central base for Venice area. Also easy to get to all LA attractions. Parking was available although we chose to Uber/lyft everywhere . The apartment was well kitted out and slept 2+2 easily. Only 2 min walk to beach and easy biking/ boarding to neighbouring Santa Monica. Lots of body boards , surf boards umbrella , beach gear etc all readily available. We borrowed the low beach chairs and even took the outside cushions to a picnic event. Mark was quick to respond to any queries. We had just the best time in LA, as do much to do and see. Local eateries ( white shark, moes Chinese, eggslut, tacos on beach , all 5 min walk - abbot Kinney we loved butchers daughter for veggie meal which included a fab pear/ Gorgonzola pizza ). The weekends are busy on the beach - quieter in the week. A lovely beach food restaurant just a few hundred metres , turn right past muscle beach and next to beach grand piano player . His playing is awesome - looks can be so deceiving ! We always felt safe although need to be a bit aware later at night . This place is very laidback cool .