Chris was friendly and welcoming, flexible with check in and check out times. He also invites you to his shows and offers surf lessons so that's great if you have time during your stay and want to add to your experience.
Loved the proximity to the beach and boardwalk in Venice, restaurants and shops, particularly on Abbot Kinney Blvd. Santa Monica is amazing to walk to along the ocean to the pier or on Main Street, which again has plenty of cute cafes and shopping options.