Was fortunate enough to stay at the upstairs apartment of Mike's house in Venice for an entire month. The house is a block off the canals and a 10 minute walk to the beach. We had a great time and Mike is very responsive if you have any issues. Has all the amenities you need to stay long-term including laundry, cooking, and dishwasher. My wife was a big fan of the bathtub with the television. Highly recommend.