The Japanese Tea House was a great overnight getaway. I personally didn’t have phone service and couldn’t log in to the wifi till late into the night so this provided the perfect atmosphere to be present. The grounds offer a beautiful backdrop to take pictures and go for short walks. The Tea house is very rustic, the beds and couch are not the most comfortable, the loft upstairs has a hobbit door to get through, the bathroom is an outdoor outhouse. With that said, it was quiet, felt safe enough, felt 100 miles away from city life, provided and excellent opportunity to detox. It had a full kitchen, which was outdoors as well. I took my own blanket and pillow, you may want to make sure to take your own shower soap as well. The water to shower was warm. You may also want to take flash lights, or citronella candles, pack your cards games or reading/writing materials, and relax. There were sounds of a rooster in the early morning, A donkey braying, we saw a coyote and squirrels, and birds. There are other visitors and residents on the property and everyone acknowledged each other but I never felt I didn’t have privacy. I took PCH up from South Bay LA on a spring break Wednesday and was there within 1hr and 1/2. Also, visited Calabasas Commons for ice cream by taking Old Topanga Canyon, a winding 15 min drive, where the locals ride your butt the entire way. Also, visited The Inn of the 7th Ray which is a 5 star restaurant with delicious food and atmosphere. If you’re a thrifting or vintage aficionado Hidden Treasure is also I must stop. Topanga is the perfect backdrop for it all.