Monica's home is very spacious, comfortable, with cool, quality furniture and excellent collection of framed photos. It felt very special and high-end. I was under the weather during my visit but I was able to relax in the home, get sunshine in the backyard (and watch the variety of small planes overhead from Santa Monica airport - not loud) and take advantage of the large soaking tub.
I have been staying in Mar Vista for years, it is centrally located, easy freeway access, close to the beaches, low density, super quiet and walkable. The Mar Vista Farmers Market is not to be missed! I will be very disappointed if Monica's home is not available for my next trip to Los Angeles.