After we had rented the whole house with the lower and upper unit for a few days, because we stayed with family, my wife and I spent a few days in the upper unit alone to relax before heading home. (See my other review about how there is probably not a better location in Venice Beach than this one to spend a few days.) The upper apartment has a great kitchen that is equipped with all appliances you might want, washer and dryer in a dedicated laundry room, and central heating. Helpful, because even in spring/summer it can sometimes get a bit chilly at night, especially when you are right by the beach. Also the way it's decorated - some personal stuff, but not too much, so you don't feel like you are invading somebody else's space - makes you feel "at home" right away. We loved it here and will definitely be back.