We had a great stay at Chris’ guesthouse. Everything went as planned, and we required minimal contact with the host. The place was exactly as expected, and it was nice to have access to amenities like a fridge, microwave, washer/dryer. The bed was comfortable and they had basic kitchen supplies as well. In terms of location, we walked from Venice Beach to the guesthouse one evening and an Uber to Santa Monica cost $10, so overall the location was good. It was helpful to have access to a car, but overall not necessary, as the value of the place would make up for an Uber costs. I would definitely recommend Chris’ place to other travellers!