From the moment we booked our stay (a couple) we were warmly welcomed and informed by Mark about the space and surrounding area. He answered every question we had prior to arrival. Once we drove to the apartment we were greeted by Mark and his kind family and shown to our loft (separate from house with own private entrance). The loft was impeccably clean, fresh and had a wonderful home-ie scent! The space was exactly as pictured. There is a closet with hangers, a dresser and a very open feel. We can't stress enough how clean the apartment was, even better than a hotel! The bathroom had everything from cold medicine and sun lotion to individually wrapped bar soap and razors! The kitchen was fully equipped with great appliances! We definitely made use of the space, making breakfast and dinners and even learned how to use a French Press! Mark had coffee and a bottle of wine in the fridge waiting, SO nice! We enjoyed coffee on the little balcony each morning with beautiful sky views, we were even greeted by a hummingbird one day :) at night, we made cheese plates and recapped on our day over a glass of wine outside as well! The location couldn't have been better and parking on the street couldn't have been easier. We had plans in Malibu, Santa Monica, Laguna beach and LA while visiting and we were perfectly positioned for all travel. Mark had great recommendations for us re: restaurants and activities. We truly felt as if we had a little Santa Monica pied-à-terre for the week. Highly recommend the space. Thank you Mark and family for such an amazing trip!