Stoddard is a kind, warm and friendly host who keeps things simple and convenient. He is ideal for hosting self-starting solo travellers such as me, although I am sure if as (a) guest/s unfamiliar with LA you required some advice on where to go, eat and how to get around, he'd likely oblige you. Stoddard is well travelled and a travel professional, so he knows what travellers encounter and thus what they need.
The accommodation is clean, and well appointed enough for comfort. The provision of a separate bathroom that is practically ensuite is a boon
The location is adequate; although cut off from shops and services by a busy main road and positioned above a concrete embankment, there are two safe lighted crossings across this road at each end of the street and then you're in amongst the little strip malls within a short stroll.
(There is an ocean view through those strip malls, parking lots and palm trees which is quite an iconic LA vista).
I found grocery supplies best obtained from just across the road, an 8-10min walk away including a wait at the lights to cross.
All round a no frills, basic and convenient little place to stay.
Thanks to a most gracious host for making my brief stay in LA a comfortable and refreshing one in between two long haul flights.