Jessica's place was wonderful for a week long vacation for our family. There were four of us including two college going boys. The house is modern in feel with a spacious living-dining-kitchen space. Jessica is in the process of renovating the house, the renovated kitchen is beautiful. The location worked out very well for us. Its close to the beach, restaurants and the Venice canals. There are also suggestions and instructions in the house. Yet, its not in the middle of tourist craziness. There was a garage parking spot that worked great. The house does not really have a outdoor space to hang out, would have been great given the weather. The roof deck, is small and not really usable for a family. There are two bedrooms. The master bedroom has wonderful windows. One of our boys slept on the living room sofa, which was more than spacious. There is a airbed somewhere.
Jessica was responsive (email, texts). There was leaking window due to heavy rain, she sent someone over the next day. This house definitely felt you are staying in someone else's place. I think people may find this charming or less than welcoming. In our family, the reaction was mixed. We wish bathroom supplies were plentiful and clearly identified for guest use.
Overall, we very much liked our LA vacation. Great museums, neighborhoods, food, beaches, gorgeous sunsets and walks.