If there was a Double Super Host category, Mario should be on top of the list. He was charming, easy to communicate with and responded immediately. His home is spotless, just the way we keep ours. He stocked the kitchen with just the right basics. We loved the plush beds and loads of pillows everywhere! It made the ambiance very cozy. He met us at the house to give us a rundown of the property and the neighborhood. The location doesn't get any better. It's in the heart of West Hollywood in a lovely residential neighborhood around the corner from numerous sights and activities. The "Pink wall" (google it) is just steps away. I know this neighborhood and had not been back in over 30 years. It's wonderful to see how these side streets off Melrose have blossomed beautifully. The home is a five minute drive into Beverly Hills, where I grew up, and there's lots to see along the way on Melrose, the designer district, including boutiques, restaurants and shops. You can walk, drive or take a mobilized scooter everywhere. Santa Monica Boulevard is just a couple of blocks north, a convenient east/west major Boulevard also offering loads of eateries, designer stores and shopping. The weather in December is a little cool in the morning so bring a light jacket. By midday, however, the temperature was comfortably in the high 60's low 70's.