This was a GREAT place to stay. The location made it so easy to be able to hit Beverly Hill, Hollywood, k town, downtown, wherever! The guest house provided allll the privacy I needed and it is a very safe neighborhood. Super clean, especially the bathroom (like a hotel) and bed. It's so convenient to have a kitchenette to make yourself a snack or light breakfast. I was mainly using the place to just sleep while I'm traveling but its so nice that I could see myself staying again next time and settling in for some R&R. You can definitely hear the cars driving by at night, more swoosh noises and soothing for me as I'm from a city, but easily fixed with ear plugs and worth it. Barry takes care of the home and checking in with him was nice and easy. He does not hover so no awkwardness there. And yes, Barry's dogs are as gorgeous as they look in the picture, friendly and soft!