This place was just what my buddies & I needed- a nice, safe place away from the hecticness that is LA. Ali was a gracious host! She kept in touch w/me & answered any questions or concerns that I had in a prompt manner. :) She made my friends & I feel right at home & welcome. :D

There were 3 of us on this trip-2 were on the bed & 1 slept on the fold out chair bed(IDK how to describe it!). It's on the floor beside the bed up against the wall. There was 1 long closet w/2 doors, 1 long mirror on the outside of 1 of the doors, hangers, & a light switch. The room was clean, had cable on a small flat screen tv on top of a dresser, a glass top table, an inflatable bed(in case we needed it, & an iron.

She let us have the run of the kitchen & living room areas. We didn't use them too much & we didn't overstep our boundaries either! ;)

Just a heads up on a few things for future guests. These are in no way against Ali-I am just stating what you will encounter when arrive at the property:

1. The room on the 2nd floor of an apartment complex. So there's no elevator. You would have to be responsible to carry your luggage up & down the stairs yourself.

2. The neighborhood is quite & so were the neighbors. So you will find no trouble nor loud neighbors at this place. Nice & peaceful! Also she lives near some hip shopping & eating areas. You'll find a few gems in the area. Ali has good knowledge of the area! :)

3. When going up the stairs, the rail on the left side is a little loose. The right side rail is more stable. ;)

4. The lock to the bedroom door will not lock. This is due partly on a past guest breaking it. Not cool! That person should have paid to have it repaired but just keep in mind if the issue is not fixed in the future. If you have an issue or concern about this, then this is not your place or lock up your bags. Ali does have/give full respect of other peoples' space & property.

5. Ali does have a lovely big dog. So if you are concerned about large animals &/or allergies, this place is not for you.

All in all, Ali is a great host & I will keep her in mind for any future LA visits. You can tell she does really like to entertain & make guests feel at home. Thanks again Ali. :) Happy 2014! :D