My stay at the studio apartment was really pleasant. There was some confusion on time differences (completely my fault!) and I didn't book the accommodation for the night of arrival. Thank goodness I got ahold of Silvia, and I was really fortunate the place wasn't occupied that night, so I had a place to stay that night and it really saved me a lot of trouble. Didn't get a chance to meet Carrie, but Silvia was really sweet and made sure I'm comfortable there. The place is very cozy and I loved the bed- it's almost too comfortable I had to drag self out of it in the morning. I particularly like the little book selections on the wall, and if I had the chance I'd read them all. Too bad I didn't stay long enough and didn't have the time to do so while I was there. The only thing lacking was the free coffee noted on the listing. But that's fine, it's just a small thing to me. And to be fair I didn't ask Silvia bout it either. I was also under the impression that there'd be a study desk in the room from the pictures, but there wasn't any. Everything else was really nice, and I'd definitely come back if I ever needed a place in LA.

Oh I should also mention the neighborhood felt really safe, and it's close to Manhattan beach and Hermosa beach. All in all, strategic location and a sweet little place.