My family and I (on vacation from the UK) felt privileged to stay at Isabelle's place over Christmas. The house was truly magical and beautifully decorated with Christmas ornaments, a tree and fairy lights. Isabelle was a charming hostess making us feel perfectly at home and even providing tasteful Christmas gifts under the tree - which the children loved!! On arrival there were home-baked cookies and fruit waiting for us - which again the children enjoyed!

The location of the house is excellent being both peaceful and 'away from it all' and also convenient located for the beach (a few minutes by car) and LA attraction (e.g. Universal Studios 40 minutes by car). Best of all was the 'secret canyon trail' which Isabelle showed us on our first day!

The facilities were all first rate and added to the luxury feel of the surroundings!

I definitely recommend Isabelle's 'gem' to everyone and hope we can return again some time!!