Maria's home is wonderful -- totally fulfilled my needs. The swimming pool is fabulous -- jumping in after working all day was absolutely sublime. I was also greeted by Bertha & Sophie -- 2 very large turtles that live in her beautiful back yard -- an added plus.. The house is very close to great Asian & Mexican restaurants, a supermarket & about a 1/2 mile to the 10 freeway -- so very convenient to both LA & Pasadena. Highly recommended!