Amy greeted us upon arrival with a warm welcome. The cottage was exactly as described in the listing and located in a very quiet neighborhood. The beds were comfortable and perfect fit after a long day of sightseeing. My little nephew wished we could have stayed longer. I appreciated the wonderful water pressure and enjoyed how the water made my skin feel after a hot shower. The kitchen was well appointed and the BBQ grill out back was a nice touch though we never got around to using it. The grounds were very well kept and the backyard offered the perfect level of privacy. My family couldn't stop raving about the of comfortable the master bed. The linens were exceptionally clean and just the right amount for my family to use. Questions sent to Amy were easily answered and helped us find some pretty spectacular places to dine. My family and I highly recommend staying at the Cottage of Lake Balboa for your next LA trip. We look forward to next year when we can back for another stay.