Andrew's place is a perfect spot to stay in Santa Monica. It's located in a nice, quiet neighborhood. He provided a parking permit that made parking super easy. The apartment is lovely - very comfortable couch and bed, great amenities (e.g., pots and pans, oil and spices in the kitchen; thoughtful touches such as extra towels and a second set of sheets). I stayed there for 2 weeks and didn't want to leave! It's about a 10 minute drive to the Santa Monica beach, and also conveniently located to access UCLA. Great wifi too. Would highly recommend!