If I could give six stars, I would!!! Katherine's cottage is gorgeous, clean, warm and private. After a long day, she welcomed us with cookies and wine and had the pull out couch set up for our son already. Her place was even prettier in person! Immaculate and beautifully decorated, it had everything one could need. We very much appreciated the beach bag and umbrella! My son loved feeding the chickens, who greeted us in the yard each morning while we enjoyed our coffee and breakfast, and Katherine even gave us delicious samples from her peach tree. The location is on a quiet, suburban street that is minutes from the beautiful Manhattan Beach area and the 405. Lots of shopping centers nearby, too. I can see why Katherine is a super host and would not hesitate to stay with her again!