Barbara and Bruce's place is great. it actually looks better in the picture. there are several bullet points which I summarized from my own experience as the reasons why you should stat here when you visit LA as a tourist:
1. The location is in very safe Middle-class neighborhood(safety is the key when you travelling in LA, be careful with choosing the neighborhood) and close to Santa Monica Beach. And it has easy access to Hollywood or Beverly Hills(north east), Malibu(north) or Manhattan Beach(south), which all are truly beautiful place to visit. It just stands in the center of these places.
2. Barbara and Bruce are nice and helpful host. They can give you honest and useful suggestions and also help you if needed .
3. The feeling living in the house is very relaxing. just like staying home you have much private and public space(like swimming in the pool and making your own breakfast and enjoy it in the garden).
So this is definitely a worthwhile choice staying in LA!