Spectacular view! This is the upper floor of a twin unit clinging to the side of a Santa Monica mountain looking south over the sea, Santa Catalina Island and the lights of LA. It is appealingly quirky whilst being very functional, meeting all our needs in a unique way. Kitchen clean and well equipped. Good bathroom downstairs with shower and an ensuite toilet off the upstairs bedroom. Large living area with 'the view'. Very private with little potential privacy issues from the neighbouring houses and downstairs guests. David and Ling visited us while they had a few days downstairs and were very helpful with local tips, although they provide a useful handbook anyway. The house is a short drive from northern LA and among several trails in the mountains. Ideal for us to enjoy the city but not have to stay, and our hiking hobby. Local restaurants are a short drive and of good quality. Malibu itself, though lacking a village feel, has excellent shops including a Whole Foods.
The only downside, if you want to call it that, would be for timid drivers as the mountain roads are winding and require concentration.
Overall, a great place which we would visit again.