Melinda had a fruit basket waiting for us and miscellaneous small food items in the fridge when we arrived, which was great! The accommodations were as pictured online, and having parking was a big plus. Check-in and -out was smooth. There was no interaction with host except when we needed it, as when we locked ourselves out one time. Having the 2 bathrooms was great for 4 of us. Location is convenient to Venice Beach & Boardwalk, Abbot Kinney Blvd, the grocery, etc. For information, entrance is through their garage in back; there's no patio/yard (or none that we were told we could use); and no cable. Kitchen appliances could be upgraded.