I'm so glad I decided to try something different on this trip and stay a little more remote from the usual places I stay in NoHo/Burbank. The Topanga Canyon area is lovely and Dahadaba's place is amazing. The house itself has everything you need, plenty of space inside and sitting on the deck listing to the birds in the daytime or crickets in the nighttime was so peaceful. It's right next to a state park with plenty of trails to choose from. I highly recommend hiking to Parker Mesa Overlook with it's astounding views of Malibu and Santa Monica. Bring your sunscreen and water because you'll want to sit and take it in for a while.
A short drive in one direction is Woodland Hills with restaurants and grocery stores. In the other is Malibu and Santa Monica with beaches and nightlife. Staying put in Topanga is peace and tranquillity. Can't think of anywhere else you'll find all three in such close proximity.
I ended up extending my stay here because I didn't want to leave. Dahadaba was very accommodating, always quick to respond to messages and everything about the stay was perfect. Can't recommend it enough.