Tom's place was absolutely perfect for us! We loved the vintage style, the comfortable bed and couch, the well-stocked kitchen, and all the amazing books. Tom was a truly delightful host, making sure everything was suitable for us and checking in to see if we needed anything. He was super flexible and very accommodating of our last-minute request on New Year's Day, which we really appreciated. The sunny back patio is quite large and was a really nice bonus feature. The whole place is light and airy, and the front yard with neighbor dog Bailey were a welcome addition ;). We took tons of walks around the beautiful back streets and used Tom's helpful neighborhood guide. The location of this place cannot be beat and it's just a great deal overall. We felt right at home and hope to return again soon! Sometimes Airbnbs in LA can be overpriced, too corporate, or sort of unfriendly--but this one is truly a gem. Oh, we also appreciated the super comfy extra-long bed (or so it seems?) which is great if you're tall. LA was in a cold snap and Tom made sure we had loads of extra blankets, and he even had the heater turned on before we arrived, which was very thoughtful. Really if you're looking for a cozy, homey, sunny, vintage spot just a few short blocks from all the best things in Venice Beach, with one of the nicest and best hosts around, this is your place!