PEACE AMONG THE TREES was the best AirBNB experience we’ve ever had! We stayed for 2 weeks. A big part of the experience was our amazing, flexible, and super responsive host Josh - whom we’d like to nominate as Best AirBNB Host of all time.
CHECK IN: Easy, seamless. Got the keys from the on - site host after hours.
HOST: Josh is kind soul, available to help with local recommendations, and questions, and was understanding as our group changed from Mom, and Dad, to also include our Child, unexpectedly. He allowed a late Check In / late Check Out too. Josh is super responsive, sometimes replying within minutes, but usually within the hour. Josh is a full time Creative with a demanding job, and popular in the community with a lot of friends, but allowed us a quiet, and soothing experience, especially after hours.
ACCOMMODATIONS: Clean, albeit prone to dust, perhaps due to the close proximity to the backyard trees. The accommodations were bright, and sunny with skylights and big windows throughout, and private balcony. The light filtering shades (non - blackout) allowed us to sleep with little light during the night. The kitchen was lightly stocked for the part - time chef, with a microwave, toaster oven, refrigerator, and stove (no dishwasher, or full oven). The shower had great water pressure, with a detachable shower head, and natural - based toiletries (no bathtub). The queen bed + twin were both comfortable, and on the softer side with foam mattresses. There were 2 chaise lounges, which could act as beds for children under the age of 10. I would recommend a maximum of 3 adults, OR 2 adults + 2 children. The laundry room is in a common space. BONUS: Backyard 2 story treehouse, micro zip line, and shared fire pit!
NEIGHBOURHOOD: Centrally located, and very safe, and family - friendly, tucked into a real neighbourhood, with easy street parking. Within 1 block of Staples, a small independent hardware store, and Double Zero, a trendy restaurant / wine bar. Within a few miles you’ll get Venice Beach, Santa Monica Boardwalk, and Pier, CVS, Ralph’s, Trader Joe’s, and Whole Foods (supermarkets), as well as local cafes, and brunch spots, nightlife, and natural attractions. The Getty, Universal Studios Amusement Park, Griffith Observatory, and Malibu were within 30 - 45 minutes by automobile.
VALUE: The price is about $200 per night (with parking), with a weekly discount offered. This is less than the average local 3.5+ star hotel, which I found to be $300+ per night (without parking). The ease of the host, access to laundry, and kitchen, and convenient location trumped hotels we found nearby. This is an Easy Vibes, No Stress accommodation, and to our family, that was well worth the price, and makes Peace Among The Trees a solid recommendation, and good value.