5 Star Everything! ✭✭✭✭✭

First, the location was outstanding. The apartment is a half block from the some of the best restaurants and cafes. If you walk a few blocks more, you'll hit Abbot Kinney (lots there too). It's an easy walk down to the beach, or even shorter ride (Dara has a beach cruiser to use). If you walk east, the Whole Foods is about 7 minutes away. I didn't rent a car this time and I didn't miss having one. Everything is either walkable or just Uber it. They're everywhere. If you do rent a car parking didn't seem to be an issue on the street.

The Apartment was an Oasis. I hadn't planned on spending too much time there, but it was too zen to leave each day right away. Lots of sun and ocean breezes. The bed is perfect. She has an amazing sauna in the back. The apartment is minimalist. I love that. No TV was a feature I was looking forward to... 4 days without it was a pleasure.

The host! Dara is extraordinary. Her generosity, hospitality, and generally relaxed presence made my arrival an easy one after a long flight. I can't recommend her place enough. I'll be back.