I stayed at Stephany’s place for about a month.
Her guests’ house is maybe a bit smaller than I would have expected by looking at the photos.
It was not an issue for me because I travelled alone, but I imagine a couple could find it less than ideal.
When I arrived, I appreciated that it was spotlessly clean, in addition all furniture, appliances, kitchenware, etc. were like new and barely showed any sign of use, the bed was also very comfortable.
Regarding location, there is a small grocery store just around the corner and it is only one mile to the nearest Vons grocery, some restaurants are also within similar distance.
By car, it is just about two miles to Beverly Hills, the neighborhood is quiet and safe, and you can sleep with the windows open without hearing any noise.
Stephany’s behavior as a host was exemplary, when I arrived, I was greeted by the pleasant fragrance of scented candles that she lit in advance.
She is also very responsive in communicating, and since she lives in the main house most issues were fixed immediately like a missing colander or bathtub declogger.
Within days she also bought a microwave oven, a small drawer to supplement the clothes hanging bar and a set of baking sheets.
I would also like to spend some words on a topic that may concern some guests: the two dogs who live in the property.
I moved in without knowing what to expect, a bit concerned that the dogs could see me as an invader of their territory and found instead two playful puppies named Luna and Stormy.
They never growled or acted aggressively and after a couple of days Luna took the habit of quietly waiting beside the guests’ house door just to be petted.
She also developed a sort of jealously for the other dog Stormy and tried to put her body between me and Stormy to prevent her to be petted as well.
Stephany told me that she could have the dogs locked in the main house if a guest asked for it, but unless you are allergic, I would not recommend depriving yourself of their presence.