Bottom line, up front: I can't recommend Deb's impeccably-appointed retreat -- or her warm and gracious hosting -- strongly enough.

We'd spent a long day on the road prior to arrival and were later than anticipated. Deb welcomed us with genuine understanding and a huge smile, and immediately settled us in. I'd casually mentioned we were driving a truck (we were in town to relocate our Bruin son), and Deb thoughtfully moved her own car elsewhere before our arrival, to better accommodate our behemoth of a vehicle. So kind!

My husband and I enjoyed two nights of quiet, serene, rejuvenating sleep at Deb's Topanga Tree House Retreat. The bed was just-right firm, topped with plenty of crunchy down pillows, a crisp white sheet, a cozy summerweight blanket, and a fluffy duvet with the perfect amount of loft and warmth. June temps in the canyon were perfect for open-window slumber, and an oscillating fan provided extra breezes and enough white noise to keep sleep sound.

The room itself was a gem and a delight -- even cleaner, brighter, and more charming than the photos suggest! Filtered water and plenty of ice awaited our arrival in the en suite fridge, as did two yummy gluten-free chocolate chip cookies thoughtfully handmade and baked by Deb, just for us. We didn't get a chance to use the Keurig coffee maker (K-cups & condiments included) or oven, but it felt good knowing we could have if we'd wanted to.

It was beyond gorgeous to wake up to that green canyon view! The entire area has the most delicious artsy, organic, modern-hippy/beachy/boho -- yet upscale(ish) -- vibe. Everything seems sprouted right from the ground, with a dusting of soulful, funky artistry atop. We truly wish we'd had more time to spend just wandering the neighborhood, or gazing into all that Topanga greenery from any one of the three terraced outdoor seating areas available to us, as Deb's guests.

I've stayed in quite a few AirBnB (and VRBO) lodgings over the years, and Deb's is without question the most gorgeously located, exquisitely comfortable, and impeccably appointed to date. A guestbook with every bit of info you'd ever want or need was available at check in. And there were plenty of small luxuries, too, like L'Occitane bath products and an extensive interior design/house plan library, to delight every sense. It really did feel like a TREAT to stay there.

At checkout, Deb saw us off personally. Before that, though, she gave us a tour of her own light, bright, so-charming living space, and welcomed us back -- next time, for wine, too! We really felt we made a friend in her. And we'll definitely be back!!