Whether you're in LA for a few days or a few months, this is a fantastic place to stay. I liked it so much, I stayed an extra month! I never met Marco, but his father, Bill, was an awesome host: helpful in orienting me to the apartment and neighborhood, thoughtful in giving warnings about things like street cleaning, responsive, and very friendly throughout. The apartment is quite private and exactly as shown - an adorable guest house in a lovely yard, with a private entrance on the alley. Location is great, on a quiet street within easy walking distance of Abbot Kinney, the canals, and the beach. Stay here!