This was a clean, bright and well-appointed apartment. Julie's place provided good access to the local area without paying the premium prices of being right on the beach front. Julie's recommendations online, and the maps and leaflets in the apartment were very helpful during the time of our stay. It was very easy getting the Blue Bus to the beachfront / Santa Monica pier, and we walked very easily to the local store and local restaurants. It was great having use of the private garden. We felt safe and secure, and that we had room to relax and spread out. We were travelling with our 19-month old son, so the provision of a travel cot / port-a-crib together with some toys and books in the apartment and the climbing frame outside, made a big difference to our stay. We would most definitely look at staying at Julie's place again should we be in Los Angeles.