We stayed at Toms place while visiting family in Santa Monica for thanksgiving. I lived in Santa Monica for ten years previously and I can say, this is a great location. You are easy walking distance to Main Street, the beach, the grocery store (right across the street) and a great dog park (we were traveling with our pup). The main selling point for us was the kitchen. It is beautiful and equipped with everything you may need- even for cooking a thanksgiving turkey! This place was just what we needed- private, pretty and comfortable. Would recommend to anyone coming to visit the area.