It is as described. A very small but unique and nice, quiet place in the best and safest area, Laurel Canyon. The bed is for only one person, but the sofa is also comfortable and big enough to sleep on, so that you can stay there with another person. IF you don't mind hearing the noises from the bathroom.
This place has an AC but you don't really need it because of the location it's always naturally kept cool.
The TV, fridge etc. worked just fine. Wireless internet access was safe [password protected] and fast.
The only thing you might not like is that because of the surrounding nature, ants, spiders and bugs [NO bedbugs!] get into your "cave" easily.
There's always a parking spot a few steps away, so don't worry about that.
And yes, you definitely need a car - in LA in general I think, but especially for this place. Its location is perfect because within approx. 10 minutes you're right on Sunset and Hollywood Blvd in the middle of Hollywood and West Hollywood. But if you're driving up the Laurel Canyon, you're in Studio City etc. in the same amount of time.

I found it a bit hard to communicate with the host. During my 10-night stay , I met him only once in person. He seemed very friendly and warm, which I couldn't really tell from just the mails. But yeah, everything worked out great and I actually prefer this kind of privacy and non-interaction, so ...
My overall impression is: I would love to stay there again because you can't beat the beautiful area, the location and the value for money.