This is going to be a long one, but only b/c it's thorough. But if you need the brief recap: free off-street parking, especially clean throughout, full kitchen, washer and dryer, heating/cooling, beautiful patio set-up in a quiet, residential neighborhood. I've had to travel frequently to LA and surrounding areas for the past two years now, and I've stayed at both Airbnbs and hotels. Vardan's place was perhaps my perfect Airbnb experience. It's a completely detached unit behind the main house, but has been constructed for total privacy for its guests. There is a small but well-tended front yard (it was even decorated for the holidays during my stay) with an off-street, paved driveway for parking that was easy to get in-and-out of for my partner's standard sedan. Check-in was simple with instructions and a lockbox. The unit itself is very clean, nicely furnished, and bigger than I had expected. Since I don't have much need or urge to sightsee or do much during my stays anymore, I look for Airbnbs that I can really live in. Vardan's place is 100% that experience. The kitchen is stocked with utensils, pots/pans, and basics so that you can cook meals. Also, it's close to Ralph's and Trader Joe's (among others). There is a washer and dryer out back to do laundry. The adjustable heating/cooling system is easy to use, and toiletries and shower essentials are provided. One additional perk is that there is always hot water! Maybe this is amazing to me only b/c I just spent 2 months abroad where a hot water was hard to come by, but I love when I don't have to rush a shower. Overall, I felt like I was staying in a hotel or timeshare rental, but for a fraction of the price and still with the homey touches that make for a very comfortable stay. Vardan as a host was attentive, but always respected my privacy. He was easy to get ahold of and communicate with before, during, and after my trip. If there are any complications during your stay, I think that if you just communicate them, they would be quickly resolved. This was the kind of listing that makes you wish you could live there long-term, and to me that's what I'm essentially looking for in an Airbnb.