The house was beautiful. It’s located in a quiet neighborhood in Encino, but is still close to a number of grocery stores, restaurants, bars, etc. Expect long commutes to popular places like Santa Monica, downtown LA, and Hollywood, as the traffic builds up quickly throughout the day. The house itself was very comfortable and easily accommodated our large group. The backyard is perfect for an afternoon hangout, with a beautiful pool and barbecue area. Note that it is 30 dollars a day to heat the pool, in addition to the rental fee. The house is hardwood throughout, so expect noise when people are walking around, especially at night. The host was extremely responsive throughout the trip and gave an extensive tour of the property when we first arrived. Overall, a great value if traveling to Los Angeles with a large group.