This is a spectacular option for anyone looking to stay around Venice beach. It combines the cosy comfort of a home with the professionalism of a hotel. All household amenities are available: washer & dryer, iron & board, full kitchen, house-wide AC, comfy couch & TV, spectacular bathtub and shower, and well-equipped with sheets & towels. In addition, it is full of Xiou's lovely art, a range of interesting books, plenty of coffee grounds, an outdoor bed & hammock, candles, a range of soaps & shampoos, and two bicycles for riding around Venice. Finally, Xiou is a suburb host, with efficient communications and advance notice of visits by the gardener, and going out of her way to ensure guests have all that is necessary for a sublime stay. Would absolutely stay again!