This is a wonderful home away from home, and Saman/Lynda are always helpful and responsive hosts. I was able to do all my basic shopping and errands on foot: a 20-minute walk gets you to several supermarkets, pharmacies, cafés, and a variety of places to eat and drink, including some of L.A.'s best restaurants. It's only a slightly farther walk to the beach. The apartment gets good light, and the windows open for a very nice breeze, but it can get a little cold early on winter mornings: I found a small space heater helped.