Overall, I had a great experience and would recommend both Karen and her place. I'll list the pros and cons below:
Pros:
Karen-Karen was warm and welcoming and flexible with my check in time. I was driving in from out of state and kept having to delay my time and she was very kind about that.
2) The space. The space is large and open, there is a living room area, small bathroom, full kitchen (oven, stove, refrigerator, dish washer, coffee maker (and coffee and tea) and bedroom with a desk.
3) Location- This home is located in beautiful Bel Air with gorgeous homes all around as well as Sunset Boulevard nearby.
4) Price-The price is accurate for the space and location. You are getting a good deal here.
Cons:
1) This may or may not be a con for you. Shared laundry and dishwasher. Though Karen said she listed it in the ad, I didn't realize someone would be down in the space to wash clothes and/or do dishes. This is my mistake for not noticing it, but since it said private space, I assumed I would have the entire space for the entire time. However, Karen was respectful and only came down when I was away. I was here for a week. If you're here for a shorter stay she may not need to come down.
2) The space: This is the bottom portion of her huge home. It is the size of a one bedroom, it seems to be the basement area or kids area. There is some natural light that comes through in the living room area, but not in the bedroom or kitchen. (Again, maybe that doesn't matter to you). The bathroom was small, but adequate. If you are taller than 5'5" you may have to duck in the shower as the ceiling is slanted. I was fine and it didn't really bother me. The bed was large, about a king size, but it appears to be two single beds placed together with a cushion on top of some kind. It slants slightly toward the feet. I slept ok on it. If you are particular about beds, this may bother you. If not, you'll be fine.
The only other minor thing is that sound really carries in her place. The first night I could hear the TV in the next bedroom and a few times when they came home at night I could here conversations and they weren't really speaking all that loudly. If noise bothers you, this may be an issue. However, I was there Sunday through Friday morning and was only really bothered 3 times. The rest of the time it was pretty quiet.
Again, all in all, it's a nice place to stay. The location is perfect; safe and beautiful. Karen is a kind and gracious host and really goes out of her way to be accommodating. She always responded to texts right away and was warm and welcoming.