Darlene’s studio was fab. Great location in Santa Monica- quiet and in a family/residential area but close to everything. We walked to Venice Beach and the canals and also Santa Monica Pier. Loved the vibe! The studio was spacious and stylishly decorated with lots of great touches. The bed was really comfortable and the studio was cool at night. There is A/C if you need it- we didn’t. Lovely toiletries in the bathroom and food/drinks in the fridge. Great small table and chairs to eat at and a sunbed both outside. The studio is beside the main house but you have privacy and it’s lovely to chat to Darlene and get all the local info- you don’t get that in a hotel! I would wholeheartedly recommend Darlene’s place.