Stay here! We absolutely loved it. This was our first Airbnb and we booked another straight off the back of it as our experience was so positive. Communication with Nicole was great - welcoming and informative, we particularly appreciated being treated like the respectful people we are without endless rules. The space is huge, cool without being intimidating, very clean without being so pristine you’re afraid to sit or cook. We loved: quiet moments surrounded by the plants on the upstairs patio, the waves, the sunsets, riding the beach bikes to Santa Monica pier for the rollercoaster, lounging on the huge squashy sofas, the books, the darts, the beds... great beds! Location wise it’s safe, with a chilled out beach vibe & we met lovely neighbours. We’d definitely come back....
In addition to the recommendations Nicole provided we also loved brunch in Gjelina on Abbott Kinney. If you’re into food eat here - hip, friendly, effortlessly catered for our mix of kid with allergies, carnivore, vegetarian, teenager (!) and even a proper pot of tea for me - we found it after stopping at the take out next door to the restaurant for emergency coffee and being impressed with the take out food.