Staying at Sarajo’s was a delight while I was living in Los Angeles for 3 months. You honestly can’t pick a better place when In LA.
About the space: The house is .4 miles away from the metro station a few streets down, so you can get around the city easily. The street the house sits on is nice and quiet, and it is in close proximity to Griffith park. Just a relatively short hike and you are up at the observatory. The heart of Los Feliz is to the east and Hollywood is to the west, with both in close proximity.
The house itself is very spacious with great character and artistic touches. Big windows bring in lots of natural light. There is an ac unit in the bedroom but it is rarely needed with windows providing good ventilation. The place is kept clean and tidy. There are tons of books in case you like to read, and Sarajo’s artwork gives the house a lively atmosphere. The kitchen is fully functional with space to store groceries. The bedroom and bathroom are ample in size and simple. The gardens are great to spend time in with beautiful flowers, fruit, and aromas. My favorite part was coming home from work and watching the sunset from the front porch over the front garden area.
About the host: Sarajo is super sweet and helpful. She has lived in the area for a long time and knows some helpful tips for navigating LA. She is great to have conversations with and get to know. Most of the time she will be in her studio in the back working, but she is attentive and quick to respond/help if needed. She is a wonderful host.
About the experience: Staying here is a true delight. I couldn’t have picked a better place for staying in Los Angeles. If you want to stay in a place that feels like home and is the true LA experience, this is your place.