I hate to give Mehrdad such high ratings, because I really want to keep his place to myself -- forever! If I could've stayed a month, I would have. This is my old neighborhood, so I already new the perks of the location, but his house is spectacular -- modern, clean, glowing, perfect. If you open the windows in the front, the space flows out to the little garden. I was able to write and think in peace, head out for walks in any direction to all my favorite places, and return to the oasis. The bed is super firm, which I adore, and the house is a designer's dream. Parking with permit is a breeze -- never a problem (like some places I've stayed in the past in LA). Mehrdad is a generous and kind host. I would highly recommend it, but, like I said, I want to keep it to myself!!