Carol's place is a hidden gem.
From the moment you arrive at the apartment it appears exactly as listed; you enter the premises through a gate which leads to a shared courtyard (shared between yourself in the guest house and Carol's family in the primary residence) which is equip with plenty of seating space, BBQ, bar, and even an outdoor TV. The courtyard leads to a ton of privacy as it is a good distance from the road (no noise from cars, walking traffic, etc.) and blackout shades if the shared courtyard is being used - but we didn't run into or hear anybody if the primary residence at all during our 3 night stay.
The guesthouse itself is spacious, clean, and full of small amenities (shampoo, conditioner, soaps, cooking supplies, etc.) to take the stay to the next level. The bed is super conformable and the couch in the living room could easily sleep 1 more making the unit perfect for 3 attendees if needed.
The guest house is off a residential street and parking is super easy to find if you have a car (at least during our stay) - and most of LA's primary tourist attractions are a short 10-15 minute drive away. There is a CVS that is around a 15 minute walk away which was perfect for picking up any toiletries / snacks you might have missed while packing and the neighborhood itself is extremely safe, flat, and perfect for runners.
Carol is super easy to communicate with and check-in / check-out instructions are extremely clear and intuitive. She made herself available for any questions that came up along the way checked in during our stay to make sure everything was comfortable and enjoyable.
For a stay in LA the value of this AirBNB is unmatched - we could not recommend Carol's place more and we look forward to returning during our next trip to the city. Thanks again Carol for a fantastic stay, and looking forward to coming back soon!