5 Stars all around. Randall and Cyndie were fabulous Hosts - available for questions whenever needed, but never intrusive. Their home was the warm & peaceful retreat that I needed on my trip, and the photos were accurate. All I expected and more.
Awesome sleeping environment: brand new tempurpedic mattress, good window treatments to keep out the morning sun, relatively little street traffic, room well separated from the common areas and your Hosts, and a glowing salt rock lamp to leave on at night.
Good sized desk & strong WiFi for working / handling basics on your laptop while traveling (this was key for me)
I really liked the vibe at the house, and their companion animals were well behaved and very nice to have around. I especially enjoyed hanging out with Randall in their kitchen, while he refined his bread-making skills. (The "samples" I got were delicious)
The neighborhood near the Equestrian Center is quite wonderful - with mature trees and well kept traditional homes away from the urban buzz (an area of town still steeped in "old" Los Angeles and the Hollywood that once was). You can certainly get out for a lovely walk or jog right from the front door.
However, the location still provides easy access to Freeways, Downtown LA, and all the major attractions, if you're hitting the town as a tourist. Also, plenty of basic retail / services within a few blocks, if you need it. Grocery store, AAA, Bank, Starbucks, small restaurants, etc.
If you're looking for a place to chill out and get some good rest in between activities while on a trip for business or pleasure - and stay with some very cool hosts - this is it.