Darlene's little cottage in Santa Monica is totally ADORABLE. And she is the perfect host and such a sweetheart. Her little doggies are very sweet too.
The cottage has such a lovely feel about it, stylish and cozy at the same time and spotlessly clean. The size is perfect for a couple or single person or two friends as in my situation. It's a very light and airy space with plenty of cooling options (ceiling fan, floor fan and AC unit) and has a comfortable firmish mattress, low and high pillow options and a very comfortable large 3 seater sofa to stretch out on. For someone allergic to fragrance, the bedding and towels are washed in unscented detergent which was a huge plus for me.
Darlene has thought of everything from high quality natural toiletries and plush waffle towels in the bathroom, to delicious snacks and drinks in the kitchen for her guests to enjoy, a pantry stocked with condiments if you want to cook in the fully equipped kitchen, plus large beach towels, beach bags, and extra blankets.
There's a great TV set up with Netflix etc if you just want to relax in the cottage. Although LA is so much fun there was no time for TV!
The cottage is in a really nice neighbourhood, you have a separate entrance to Darlene's house and it's only a $5 Uber ride to anywhere in Venice or Santa Monica.
I felt totally at home here and would definitely stay here again when I visit LA.
Thanks Darlene for making my stay in LA a memorable one!
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