Phyllis really went beyond the call of duty as a hostess. Our stay there was so pleasant, it made me wisher we were staying longer!
Not only did Phyllis communicate readily and openly in the days and weeks leading up to our stay, but she gave us an incredibly warm welcome upon our arrival.
Even when we showed up some hours later than I'd originally anticipated, Phyllis took the time to show us a tour of her lovely home and horses (what a special treat!), answered our questions about the fascinating world of horse competitions, and even recommended books for future reading! She and Randy have an extensive library of books which are apparently open for guests to borrow! My guestmate borrowed an elegantly bound book on Marco Polo, but by the time we got into bed, we were fast asleep.
That leads me to the next highlight of the trip -- the bedding! The 1600 thread count and comforters made me feel like I sleeping on air and I just slept like the dead that night.
The next morning also held a special treat. Although we only stayed for breakfast, the breakfast was also worth mentioning. Phyllis probably has the healthiest kitchen I've ever been in. Coconut yogurt, scrumptious croissants, and organic coffee (appreciated by my guestmate) while we chatted idly with her husband Randy, another friendly host.

What else is there to say? A safe neighborhood, unique household, comfortable bedding, and accommodating breakfast all made for a lovely stay in the Burbank area, and I will definitely be keeping it in mind the next time I find myself down there.