Valerie was a wonderful host, available and helpful without being intrusive. That she is an artist is evident in the design of the house - very tasteful and creative. The room and bathroom are lovely and roomy, with lots of thoughtful amenities like snacks, yogurt in the fridge, and nice smelling hair and body products. We were grateful for the use of her bikes, which made it easy to ride from Venice to Santa Monica alongside the beaches, which are stunning.