Javier and Carlos are awesome hosts. Their place has a fantastic view of the hills, and the balcony was a great place to chill out with a bottle of wine that they had waiting for us. We even met their neighbor, who is an expert on organic gardening and left with several tips, tomato, and a walla wall onion (never knew what that was). Their place is set up very well, well cared for, and extremely inviting. Quick drive into downtown Pasadena for restaurants, etc. I would highly recommend a stay at Javier's!