We had a great stay here. The location is near perfect -- only a few stairs to the beach. It's a very short walk to the Pier and only slightly further to Malibu Country Mart. We were easily able to get a walk-in table at Nobu for lunch as its only a few doors away. The balcony is an exceptional place for a morning coffee or an evening drink. We had our 11-week old daughter with us and it was a great setup for a small family. Valerie provided detailed instructions and also helped us extend our stay an extra night. I highly recommend this rental.