We definitely had a mixed experience with this stay. Some very positive aspects and some less so.
Pros --
*Quick communication from the host
*We had a small oven fire (contained to the oven) and the host was very nice and seemed to be concerned for our wellfare above any damage to the unit (there was none) when we called to report it. We very much appreciated that.
Cons --
*Cleanliness was a bit of an issue -- ants all over the house when we arrived (I was able to buy some ant traps that took care of the issue within a few days), we later discovered that the oven needed a good cleaning, which contributed to the oven fire mentioned above. The duvets didn't have covers, just a sheet over and under them and they were stained and dirty so that was unsettling.
*Absolutely no shelving or drawer space in any of the bedrooms. Primary closet was full of personal items making it difficult to even stow our luggage inside.
*Kitchen lacking most basic necessities for cooking and eating (only three glasses in the house. We ended up buying disposable).
*The area was not so great. It was in the middle of an industrial/factory district (and not a chic version). In fact, in speaking to some of the people in the stores in the area they were all stunned that anyone would actually stay in an Airbnb in El Monte.
*The furnishings were a little sterile and cold and not very comfortable.