Host Cynthia is amazing. She accommodated us on a last minute request for two nights as we finalized our Rose Parade plans. When we arrived, Cynthia met us out front in friendly fashion to provide us with a key, a tour of the property, her pups, and information about the house and community. Basically she was there to make certain all our needs were met and that we were in the know. She even gave us some locals-only tips on how to get to the Rose Parade so that we didn't have to wonder around in the early morning darkness like a bunch of lost tourists (Cynthia even offered us to use her bikes). The rental is behind the front house, which is located in a stunning community with some seriously beautiful homes. There is plenty of street parking and Cynthia even offered her driveway. We felt very safe the entire time, even on NYE! The main Colorado drag is approx 1 mile away and the walk allows you to check out the lovely Eagle Rock/Pasadena homes. The rental is simple and clean, but has all the necessities, like clean towels, linens, pots, pans, silverware, cups, plates, fridge, stove (no microwave), sink, coffee pot (the provided Intelligentsia coffee was delicious), some spices, a few beers, filtered water, and space heaters (which worked wonderfully and were much needed because the El Nino winter is cold). The bed in the private room is nice and firm with plenty of storage and lighting. The living space has a cute loveseat, cushy chair, and table w/ four seats. There is no TV, but there is internet, so if you need screen entertainment, bring you comp. We used my iPad to watch the local news in order to get the latest info about the Rose Parade. The bathroom is stylishly-quaint (stand-only shower) and stocked with towels, soap, and extra stuff like new toothbrushes, razors, lotion, nail polish remover, etc... The pool is beautiful, but it was way too cold outside for water recreation. There is also a sweet hammock right out the back door. My guest's favorite thing about the stay: "running from the house to the Rose Bowl (which is only 3 miles away) for a scenic morning jog and to check out the Rose Parade floats!" My favorite, or shall I say favorites: the Intellgentsia coffee, the Earl Grey candle, and stylish-detail... Basically all the little things that Cynthia provided to make the place feel warm, welcoming, and comfortable. Overall, this secluded pool house is super clean, cute, and intimate. I would definitely recommend this place to others and would most certainly stay again in the future.