Craig and Fiona were amazing hosts! We had come to LA partly for business and also to scout out neighborhoods (we are moving there early next summer). So we wanted the odd combination of quiet, so I could work, yet convenient, so it wouldn't be a hassle to get around. Well, we found it there!

Quiet is an understatement too. It's way up on the hill and then backed up to a wildlife preserve, so there is virtually no traffic sound besides the occasional jet going overhead. You also have a spectacular view of the Valley from the front yard. But, for all this sense of remoteness, you are exactly four minutes away from Ventura Blvd and just about every amenity you could ever want - including a very nice newer Ralphs.

And when they say they have lots of books and DVDs for you to enjoy, they aren't kidding! There are hundreds of them laid out like a smorgasbord on a table. I really wish I had more time to just kick back and peruse them more - especially the Star Trek books!

When we arrived, Fiona greeted us at the gate and took us on a quick, but thorough tour. She's got the hosting thing down pat. We really didn't have any questions on anything after that. Plus, there was a handy guide to everything printed on a piece of paper next to the bed - which I thought was a really cool touch.

Craig and Fiona are artists and producers in the film and music industry which was really cool for me - as that's my field as well. I ran into Craig a couple of times in the kitchen and he was genuinely interested in what I was doing. He has been in the Industry his entire life and he gave me some insights and advice about the business today -- as someone just starting out, this was absolutely invaluable to me.

We are already planning another trip there in February, and if they would have us, we would definitely stay there again!