We highly recommend Eva's cottage. It is a very fun and interesting place. There were three of us staying together and there was plenty of room for that. The cottage is clean and comfortable. It is in a great location--walking distance to Abbott Kinney, right across the street from a great theater and about a block from Beyond Baroque. We were studying in Culver City and this was a short drive away. The location on Venice was easy to access and we were able to park two cars in the driveway.

I think it is important to know what the cottage is so you can manage expectations and have a great stay. It is basic: there is an enclosed bedroom with sliding doors that has a king bed. There is a king mattress on the floor of an open living area (but comfortable.) A large couch (were I slept comfortably) is in the area off the dining room. There is a smaller but sleep-able couch in the front office. There is a dining area and small kitchen. There are two half-baths and a shower. The three of us slept in separate area and could preserve some privacy but it is open and you are together. We needed the cottage as a sleeping quarters because we are in class all day. It was perfect for that. There were adequate desks and tables for computer work and there is wireless internet.

Eva and Venetia (who is nearby) were quick to respond and took care of any questions. Both of them are lovely people. If you are a good and responsible guest, your relationship will be fine.

The basic (hot water, clean, and such) were all just fine.

For anyone who needs a good comfortable place to say (and is not looking for unneeded "luxury" but likes the off-beat,) this is a great choice.