A charming place run with easy grace by the warmest of Airbnb hosts. Wow. The home breathes ocean air, sunlight. Located in a calm residential neighborhood, this safe beach community of friendly neighbors, dining options, the world's greatest two health food stores (Rainbow Acres and Erehwon) shows Venice in its best light.
While cruising around on the bikes, take in the neighborhood's eclectic SoCal-Colonial architecture that - like a trip to Venice beach - must be experienced in person to be appreciated. There's no joke a Hobbit house around the corner. Stroll the Venice Canals, or keep riding down to the Abbot-Kinney strip, where you can make scene (Aviator Nation, Kreation, Butcher's Daughter) in style. Or just throw a towel over your shoulder at hit the beach.
We arrived exhausted. We left invigorated. Thanks to Terry and Ed for opening your doors and our eyes. What a special stay. What unbelievable value.