Very much enjoyed our stay. Location is excellent. From the rear deck (small but very nice) we could hear the Bernie Sanders rally in Santa Monica. Everything as portrayed in listing. A little funky--reminded us of places we'd stayed in Key West; this comment is intended as positive. Distance to beach seemed a little more arduous than expected--crossing 2 busy streets. Biking on beach path was terrific and bikes provided were wonderful amenity. Bed very comfortable. Kitchen facilities are only suitable for simple breakfasts (cereal + coffee) and light lunches (cheese + crackers, yogurt, cottage cheese, fruit, humus, and similar fare). You have to go out for dinner--but there are lots of options and good recommendations from Host (suggestion for Host: for the recommended restaurants, include some sense of direction/distance [or even an annotated local map]). You have to wash glasses, utensils, plates in bathroom sink--not a big deal; as I said "funky." Alix was very accommodating--fixed a flat bicycle tire in a couple of hours. We enjoyed Penny (dog). And everyone gave us plenty of private space. We enjoyed the "tangerine" tree (though we think they're Clementines). We used public transportation exclusively--there are good bus connections and a new metro rail station (and line) in Santa Monica--highly recommended. We have already initiated discussion of when we might return for another visit.