My wife and I had stayed at conventional B&Bs before, but never at an Airbnb. This was our first and Suzanne, our host, helped make the experience an outstanding one.

My son and his girlfriend, who we were visiting from San Jose, picked us up at the Burbank Airport and took us to Suzanne’s place to check in. While there, we we trying to figure out what to do for the remainder of that day. Suzanne came up with a few suggestions for us (including the LA County Museum of Art and a free jazz concert there), all of which we took her up on and were glad that we did as we had ourselves a thoroughly enjoyable afternoon and evening.

Another suggestion Suzanne came up with was a hike up to the iconic Hollywood sign nearby. This was an offer I simply could not refuse. So, one morning while my wife stayed behind and took it easy, Suzanne and I went on the hike. Suzanne has lived in this part of LA for many years, so having her with me was like having my very own tour guide. If it hadn’t been for Suzanne, I might never have even known about this hike let alone had the opportunity to go on it.

Suzanne’s home is beautiful (as advertised) as is its location nestled among the Hollywood Hills. True, it was a little bit of a drive to get there, but not one that I minded at all and more than worth it considering our host and her home and how wonderful both of them were. Our bed was one of the most comfortable we had ever slept on and the bedding was luxurious. The entire house was clean and neat and we felt perfectly at home staying there. For both mornings we were there, Suzanne had bagels and coffee waiting for us in the kitchen when we got up. Which I very much appreciated since I’m in the habit of starting my day off with that all important first cup of a coffee. In a nice gesture, while I was sitting outside enjoying my coffee, Suzanne brought me the morning paper.

So impressed were we by Suzanne and her home that we’re already looking forward to a return visit. Thanks again Suzanne for making our first experience with Airbnb an absolute winner!