My pup and I had a nice time at Michael's place. It is off the beaten path in a beautiful area amongst the trees. Please note, cell phone reception can be spotty. Wifi works though. Decent distance to nearby cities including Malibu and Santa Monica. Michael was a gracious and kind host. It was refreshing to meet him in person as nowadays that doesn't happen often. We would recommend Michael's place if you are looking for a relaxing getaway in the area.