Angela is an amazing host. She is the nicest, most responsive and most accommodating host I've encountered. She provides tips, insights, and does everything possible to ensure you are comfortable and happy. The cottage is very nice and very well situated so that travel to Redondo, Hermosa and Manhattan beaches is quite easy. There is a Whole Foods, a great coffee house (Boy and the Bear) and other shops within walking distance. Driving to Hollywood and Malibu can take some time due to LA traffic, but just staying in the area is great. Plenty of great restaurants and beaches.