Overall we had a great experience with this rental.
Pros: Fantastic location blocks from the water and a comfortable walk to downtown Santa Monica with lots of restaurants, shops, and a fantastic farmers market. Apartment felt clean and was equipped with all the essentials for a longer stay, including extra blankets/towels, basic kitchen supplies (pots, pans, knives, dishes) and pantry items (oil, salt, flour); we cooked a couple of meals there during our stay. Bed and pillows were comfortable. Unit has good privacy, entrance is separated from other units in the building. Fantastic communication with Robert, the person who manages the rental; we really appreciated that he checked in via text mid-stay to make sure we were okay.
Minor Cons: Decor is slightly different from the photos; a darker color motif instead of the bright orange color scheme. Fireplace listed as an amenity is not actually usable by guests.