Mathias, aka Tice, and Swanny were great hosts. It was like staying with family. Me and my girlfriend came to Malibu to celebrate our 4 year anniversary, hoping for some rest, relaxation and scenic backgrounds. We were not disappointed! The Vanos' had great recommendations for local grub and gave us a gem of a fishing charter (Stardust charters in Santa Barbara). Our hosts were so nice in fact, we decided to spend our actual anniversary dinner with them in their home. We brought back a ton of fish from our trip and Swanny made some veggies and Mathias made some shrimp tempura. We spent the night sharing stories and drinking wine. It was truly an honor to spend our anniversary with a couple who truly enjoy life and each other. They have been together for 64 years and do not seem to have lost an ounce of romanticism. If you have the chance, I highly recommend staying here with Tice and Swanny. They will treat you like family, and share some of their beautiful life with you. They really do have a lot to share!
As far as the accommodations go, they are as advertised. The ed is super comfy, and the surroundings are serene and peaceful. At night, the sounds of the creek behind the property will lull you to sleep, and you may be visited by cute deer who frequent the property. The apartment has everything you need, for a quick visit. The kitchenette is good enough for making breakfast and fast meals, but do not expect to serve up a 5 course meal with the 2 burner stovetop. It is also close to the beach and maybe a 10 minute drive to Zuma hiking trail.
This place is a steal at the price it is listed for!