Firstly, thanks to the hosts who are very nice and responsive. They gave me paper towel when the holder was left empty. Here’s a few pros and cons.
Pros: location steps from beach on edge of Venice (some sketchy characters but we didn’t feel unsafe), unit itself does match the photos, big bedroom with huge closet, hosts are extremely fast in responding. I asked them to remove garbage like a baking soda box in front of the gate and they did (but they left the spilled powder on the steps), easy check-in with codes, has toiletries, plates/cups (but only 1 wine glass).
Cons: once you walk past the gate, you’re welcomed with empty bottles on the lawn and ripped up sofa set so you can’t sit down. They should buy new outdoor furniture so guests could enjoy. It could be really cute! The hallway stairs up to unit 2 smells old/dingy (needs a fresh coat of paint or wallpaper). There’s dog hair around including in the unit by the shag carpet that kept shedding. We saw the dog so we know another unit has one. We’re not allergic so NBD but just an FYI if someone is.
Overall, a decent place that has the potential to be amazing with a few minor upgrades.