David's place was a cool getaway in a really neat area. Hard to believe we were only about 20 minutes from Santa Monica! We didn't meet David, but he was helpful beforehand and recommended some trails nearby for my girlfriend and I to hike. We did the Parker Mesa Overlook, which had a great view of Santa Monica and the ocean at the end.

The hacienda is rustic, so as long as you're expecting that it'll be great. We particularly enjoyed the hammock just outside, where you can lay and look up at the stars and listen to the frogs.