Tony and Claudia (and Syd!) are excellent hosts. We arrived very late, well after midnight, after being delayed many hours at the airport, and Tony was there to greet us like an old friend. The flat is clean & quiet, uncluttered & modest, and comfortable. The location in Venice is perfect: steps from Rose, about a 10-minute walk to Abbot Kinney, and a bit further to the beaches; (plus, they have bikes you can use). If you're looking for a relaxing, stress-free stay in a good neighborhood with great hosts (and the most gentle soul in Syd, their dog), I highly recommend this cottage.