After a day hopping around in LA, it felt always relaxing coming back to Topanga. We felt comfortable and slept well in the charming home-made-style Mermaid suite.
The kitchen (hotplate, fridge, microwave) is rather basic and misses a sink, but everyone can use the kitchen in the big community living room. The people you meet there are welcoming and open-minded and you likely get involved in talks about whatever topic.
This place contrasts well with the standard (hotel / motel / etc.) accommodation experience and is a nice place to just hang out, also with kids.