Natasha was hands down the BEST host we have ever encountered. She is flexible and super personable, going out of her way to show us every detail about her place, offering all kinds of little extras to make it fun and comfortable. The location is terrific as it is minutes from LAX, yet a world away from that stressful environment. No traffic hassles in her area - quite a break from the usual LA experience. Natasha's private backyard patio with BBQ was our favorite hang out, listening to the birds and enjoying the extensive nature view and the lovely garden succulents and blossoms on super comfy chairs. Natasha procured some extra bikes for us so we got to bike out to Marina del Rey and enjoy the neighboring town as well. Her Playa del Rey neighborhood is very bike and pedestrian friendly and has a cool, casual beat. The beach is minutes away - an easy walk or bike ride. So we would HIGHLY recommend Natasha's pad and her warm and friendly hostessing, and we hope to return one day.