If you stay with Elena you will not be disappointed. She is wonderful to deal with, check in couldn't have been easier and her place was perfect for our family of 3. She is right at the north end of Venice and the south end of Santa Monica. If we were in the mood for electric scooters and pizza, we went left. Upscale shops and restaurants, we went right. You can't beat it. She's an easy walk to the beach, there are great places to eat everywhere you turn, and bike, scooter, and surfing rentals in a number of locations. Highly, highly recommend this little gem