Frank has got a great place in a perfect spot. Marina del Rey was a pleasant and short walk from Venice which has some great tourist sights and cool restaurants. We walked to Santa Monica pier from the house also which took a little longer and again with Bubba Gump shrimp to try it’s a compulsory visit when you are so close.
The Venice Whaler also got a regular visit from our party.
I would say it’s great to base yourself close to the beach, especially to give yourself a day off. Everything in LA is so spread out (always 45-60 minutes to all main attractions) and Uber is the way to travel. We would definitely stay at Frank’s place again in the future when we return as a group to LA.