Off a quiet alley, this bungalow is an escape from the bustle and traffic of LA. Walking distance to Main Street and the beach, it is the perfect location for someone like myself traveling for work and a bit of play. If the outdoor shower part is making you skeptical, don't let it. It is well taken care of, and even on a chilly morning it was warm and refreshing; it helps that Carrie provides cozy robes, too. While I didn't use the hot-tub, my garden mates in the adjacent room did and it looked incredibly relaxing and of course, clean. As a matter of fact, while I was there, a worker came to clean up the garden, which also adds to this space feeling like a mini escape into a Palm tree and floral retreat. I would certainly book Carrie's home again and to future guests, I hope you do too.