Corrine is an excellent host and her place was ideal for me, halfway between USC and Santa Monica, about half a mile south of the Robertson exit on the I-10 freeway. Trader Joe's and other stores are just a few blocks away, but the house is on a quiet street. It was easy to find street parking close to the house (Corrine provided the required parking permit), and I was out early in the morning, so when I had parked the night before on the side of the street where cars had to be moved by 8 am for street cleaning, I was on my way with no problem. The kitchen has several pots and pans, which are adequate for preparing a simple meal, as well as the normal complement of dishes, glasses, and flatware. Helpfully, rather than clear our the staples (salt, pepper, sugar, vinegar, etc.) that previous guests have purchased, she has left them in the cupboard, so be sure to check what's there before you buy something.