If your wonderful, eclectic aunt had an older Hollywood home and let you stay while she was out, this is that house. Unique, interesting, and unlike other sterilized (read: boring) houses. However, if you've got small kids, this may be tricky as there are lots of lovely things to go after (and a healthy set of steps up to the house). Our kids are a bit older and could resist and/or be gentle with books and collections (and walk up steps on their own). The hummingbirds on the back terrace were amazing. Our kids also loved the cats outside. SUPER close to Universal and could see the Minion from the window. We walked to grocery store, though the hilly return made us thoughtful about how much we bought. The kids also loved the jetted tub and it was a great place to unwind after an overstimulatung theme park day.