Koan's place provided us with a wonderful home for the time we were there. I recommend Koan's house to guests looking for a great location. a beautiful space with a private pool, and an attentive, responsive host!
Getting to the place, the drive through the hills was scenic and memorable. Pro tip: use Apple Maps for directions as the other apps will get you lost.
Once at the place, past the garage, you are greeted by nice pool views. Inside, you notice that the architecture allows for an open setup, and views of the pool from most places. While this is not a new construction, it is by no means dated: it is well kept up and has all modern necessary amenities. There is a space to do work and the wifi is fast. There is also plenty of room for dining and lounging by the TV. The kitchen had all the basics you might need and a quick drive to a local grocery store will get you things you need that you might not find there. The pool is beautiful, especially at night. The outdoors lighting at night is nothing short of magical. The pool water can be heated (tip: ask Koan for help there) and the garden privacy was wonderful. Upstairs was also very nice. The place was quiet, and even some far away street construction didn't bother us much. The beds were comfortable and it is also quiet at night. On week-ends, you might hear parties at a distance but that didn't bother us at all and we are light sleepers. The AC system works well which also was a plus. The guest bedroom was great as well and it has a fan since the air system doesn't reach there.
The neighborhood is what you might expect from Hollywood Hills: private and upscale, and convenient to Sunset blvd, as well as a short driving distance to many LA attractions.
Koan is an amazing host. He was very responsive to all our requests and recommendations. All in all, highly recommended!