Thad's place is very cozy, private, and it's about 15-25 minutes from Santa Monica depending on traffic. It is nestled and tucked away in Topanga canyon but very easily accessible via car from Topanga Canyon road. If you are looking for a peaceful stay, close to hiking many trails in the canyon and near by Santa Monica Mountains, yet not breaking your bank, otherwise in very expensive LA, then Thad's place is the place for you. It is just a minutes walk to the State forest and to miles of trails in the Canyon. You will love and enjoy the stay just like my girlfriend and I did. We would love to return and stay there again.
Thank you Thaddeus, Piper, Tristan, and SummerAnne.