This little Topanga sanctuary is great! Close to Malibu and Santa Monica, but far enough to get away from it all if you wish.
The cottage is a gorgeous bohemian chic getaway. We had a car and were out all the time, so didn't spend a huge amount of time during the day there, but couldn't wait to get back every night.
Sylvia is lovely, really helpful and respectful of everyone's privacy and Pablo her dog is gorgeous (helped ease us missing our dog at home).
This was really comfortable for our family of 3. We slept in the loft bed (not a stand up bedroom) and our 12 year old downstairs in the bedroom - both really comfortable. We cooked, used the jacuzzi and lit the fire - it was a cold and wet week in LA, but the cottage was cozy.
Although others living on the property in seperate houses, fairly close by, we didn't see or hear anyone. The property is on septic, not a problem at all for us - authentic to the boho chic cottage feel.
To summarise, we loved it and would return any day!!