I can’t say enough good things about Gayle & Derrick’s place. I stayed for over a month working in LA and contemplating moving from Detroit.
Let’s start with space. The decor was modern chic with a light & airy feel. You can tell each piece of furniture, appliance & artwork was thoughtfully selected. The details really were terrific, from the skylights in the kitchen and bath area to the foyer bench and mirror. Also, well maintained & clean. I'm bougie about my accommodations, and all my expectations were exceeded. Finally, I loved the little outdoor space behind the apartment.
Area-I tried to keep up with my daily 3 mi walk/jog, so I spent a lot of time walking around the neighborhood. The west Jeff area has several cute cafes & lunch spots. I always felt safe, but please use common sense. I don’t go out walking alone in unfamiliar places at night, and I did not do it here. There were no nearby homeless encampments. Parking is street parking. The neighborhood is city quiet, meaning you will hear street noise like firetrucks or helicopters occasionally, but this is a very quiet neighborhood.
Host- Gayle & Derrick were wonderful hosts. Always just a text or call away. They were friendly & quick to respond to any questions but very respectful. Just genuinely cool & checked in me during my stay to see if needed anything and had great suggestions about the area.
This place is a hidden gem. I’m torn because I really want to tell everyone about this place, but I also want to keep this one to myself, so it’s available when I go back to Cali. I’ve decided to air on the side of supporting their business bc they deserve it! Geez. I'll definitely stay here again. I highly recommend this place for your next stay.