I enthusiastically recommend the Blue Moon Bungalow. Here are a few reasons it was one of the very best AirBnB experiences my wife and I ever had.
The property:
The Bungalow is located at the back of a long drive way, set off the street, behind the main house. It has one bedroom and ensuite, and a semi open kitchen and living room with small dining room table. There is also a private enclosed yard with table and chairs. The Bungalow has AC in the living room, which was important as we were there during summer. The unit had just about everything you would need for a short, or longer stay. We were there 5 days and could have easily stayed another 5! We especially appreciated how private the Bungalow was. None of the windows looked into other houses, and the mature landscaping providing a green screen on top of the traditional fence between the Bungalow's yard and the main house. We could leave the door and windows open without feeling like others could see in. It was easy to imagine that the Bungalow was our own little home while we were there. The bedroom was well-equipped with a comfortable queen bed, extra pillows, and thoughtful touches like an essential oil diffuser and flashlight. We didn't use the kitchen too much, but seemed well-stocked and would have been easy to make dinner with the utensils provided. It was a very comfortable place to stay.
The host:
Kittie is really extraordinary. Her personal touches and quick responses elevated our experience. We were welcomed with a video introduction to the unit (we opted for a contactless check-in) and found sweet notes throughout the Bungalow. It was clear that Kittie had spent time thinking about what her guests would need and she anticipated those needs with handy items like a first-aid kit, wine opener, extra toiletries, kitchen staples like ketchup, sugar, coffee, and more. She even offered snacks and first morning goodies. We already had a idea of what we wanted to do during our stay, but there were take-out menus and city guides that would been handy for those who wanted more direction. We exchanged several texts over the visit when we had questions about things, and Kittie was quick to respond and helpful. It felt more like going to stay with an aunt than an AirBnB host :)
The location:
We were able to reach most things on our to-do list within 20-30 minutes. The Los Angeles Arboretum, The Huntington, Descanso Gardens, and Downtown Pasadena were an easy drive. The Bungalow is on is quiet and well-kept street. We felt safe leaving on car on the street. We enjoyed breakfast outside in the private yard area most mornings and the only noises we heard was the sound of the birds and squirrels as they scurried between trees. It was a great mix of "near the action" and "peace and quiet." We ventured farther out for restaurants and activities, but there were some good staples nearby, like Rite-Aids and gas stations. It was a great base for exploring the greater Pasadena area.
The Cleanliness:
This was our first venture back into the world since Covid. My wife has health issues and we had some concerns about how it would feel to spend the night away from home. Kittie helped take away those concerns. The Bungalow as spotless. It was also evident that she took Covid-level cleanliness seriously. She offered contactless check-in, and had disinfecting wipes and hand sanitizer available for our use in the unit. We were able to relax knowing that Kittle made the safety of her guests a priority.
If you are looking for a private, quiet place to stay, filled with personal touches and room to relax, look no farther than the Blue Moon Bungalow. I'm sure Kittie will make you feel just as welcome as she did us.