I don't like to review a place poorly especially when the host offered me a better last minute rate but I think this place could stand improvement. Location in Mar Vista is excellent. The cottage could be so nice if better care were taken to provide simple amenities i.e. change of towels, paper towels, dish drainer, real wine glasses rather than plastic (easily purchased at a thrift), place to dry damp or hand washed items. Not allowing a guest or friend on the premises seems excessive. Most of all -" let the buyer beware"-there is no inside shower or tub and the sofa bed leaves something to be desired as you never really fold it up so you walk around it, leaving a tight living space.
I hope improvements are made or the price is more in line because it could be charming.