This was the most wonderful place to stay during our visit to LA, and John and Susan were the most delightful hosts! As our very first Air B and B experience, we could not have asked for anything more... the cottage was nestled in the most beautiful neighborhood in the Pacific Palisades, near the coast - we easily Uber-ed and Lyft-ed to most other places (Santa Monica, Grenada Hills, downtown, Redondo Beach), and walked from the cottage to the nearby gourmet/organic grocery store (Gelson's) every morning for fresh bagel sandwiches and coffees... a true delight.
The cottage itself is absolutely lovely: the most comfortable (full) bed we've ever slept in, super soft linens, and the perfect pillows. The mini fridge was stocked with items for two and included bagels, fresh fruit, yogurt, butter and jam; water bottles and milk for coffee were also included (in addition to coffee, sugar and coffee maker - and fresh cut roses!) - the perfect touch.
John and Susan were absolutely charming, and such wonderful hosts! They were quite respectful to allow us the full, private use of their back patio, table and chairs during our entire stay, which we spent every morning enjoying our breakfast, and in the afternoons for reading... I cannot describe the beauty of their backyard space, other than what I imagine a European countryside looks like (beautiful hedges, and rose bushes, climbing vines) - very magical... While John and Susan allowed us full privacy of the backyard space with drawn curtains, on the occasion when we would see each other, they were absolutely a pleasure to chat with - providing us some great tips on where to go, things to do, while also making themselves available at any time for questions. They're the kind of lovely couple you want to have a glass (or bottle!) of wine with!
John and Susan, thank you so much for your incredible hospitality. We look forward to visiting LA again soon!