When I was booking Karen's place, it was all business: I just needed a place to sleep while I helped my son move out of his dorm at Oxy–proximity and price were key. What a treat, then, to discover incredibly easy and quick access to errands (Target, IKEA, Whole Foods, Starbucks), places to hike and wander (Brand Park, Griffith Park...when one is up early still on East Coast time!) and a super chill spot to return to at the end of the day. Karen was a warm, responsive and helpful host, and it was a bonus for me to enjoy an evening chat and the company of a dog :). The space is as pictured, full of whimsy and personality. Easy on street parking. An unexpected win: when looking for an outside spot to sit for a bite, I came upon a "picnic tables in the parking lot" scene at We're Pouring on Glenoaks. Great beer menu, Brussels Sprouts were outstanding. Didn't expect it from the curb view!