We have stayed at many AirBNBs around the world and in LA but John/Indigos place is by far the most thoughtfully considered. We were met by John on arrival who shared lots of tips on local food and amenities , many of which we took up on our week long stay. He was also super responsive with questions, kept us informed of things (a gardener visits once a week) and was very accommodating of check in/out needs. The house had so many thoughtful amenities including a breakfast basket, beach gear, kitchen amenities and lots of books. The place is small but so well designed and appointed, especially with the private courtyard, that it is so much more relaxing than a hotel or bigger Airbnb’s. The location was perfect. A short walk to the beach (the part of the beach nearby was mainly used by locals) and main st/Abbot Kinney shopping strip but far enough away to be quiet. Compared to the intensity of Venice boardwalk and parts of commercial Santa Monica, this neighbourhood and location felt super safe. Finally, I had to commute to UCLA during the day and 3 Big Blue Bus stops were located within a 5 minute walk, and the metro is about a 15min walk (which you can easily ride to via cheap hire bikes at the end of the street or scooters that are everywhere). So that, plus all of the local amenities nearby, and the proximity to the airport (also a bus nearby but pretty cheap via Uber) makes this one of the only LA properties that you don’t need a car to stay at the have a great local experience. Highly recommended.