Maiana's garden apartment was a lovely oasis, perfectly centrally located in L.A., an easy stroll high above Echo Park Lake. We thoroughly enjoyed the bamboo-screened privacy of the cozy patio right outside our door, and we were graciously invited to make use of the family's larger, lush front garden to entertain our L.A. relatives who live nearby. We enjoyed several sublime evenings lounging there around the cheerful fire pit beside a bubbling fountain. It was the lure of Maiana's company of laying hens, a friendly dog and cat, and the urban garden with compost bins that convinced us beforehand that it would be a congenial location. Our expectations were fulfilled in every way -- a kitchen with all of the necessities, a luxurious shower, and easy hi-speed wifi. The only challenge for those visiting with a car is finding parking nearby on the very steep street. Level parking can be found a block or so away, but we sometimes had to search the neighborhood to find a space. Not a problem for those who are also looking for some exercise opportunities! All in all, it was a great find. Highly recommended.