We really enjoyed staying at Jan & Dale’s house - it is a beautiful home in a very nice, clean, safe and tranquil neighborhood. Whenever I contacted Jan & Dale prior to our visit with questions about the place and commuting to LA I got very helpful and friendly responses within hours. So we knew even before our arrival that we would will feel welcome there.
When we finally got there for our one week stay Jan showed us around and we were really impressed: it looks even nicer than it already does in the pictures, the fridge was already stacked with organic food for our breakfast, a little welcome basket on the table, organic toiletries in the bathroom… We immediately felt home from home. The kitchen has everything you could possibly need and the highlight surely is the beautiful bedroom with a very nice view into the garden. And you can leave the windows open during night: all you will hear is the soothing sound of chimes hanging in the trees.
Long Beach was also a surprise to us: what a nice and vibrant city! And you are really close to 2nd Street with its many restaurants, the Shoreline Village and Naples - a neighborhood which blew us away and is definitely worth visiting. LA is also within easy reach and - depending on where you want to go within the city - it usually took us about 45 minutes to get there (as long as you avoid peak traffic hours).
Jan and Dale were the best hosts one could ask for.
My wife and I travel a lot in the US and we have stayed at many great B&Bs and hotels, but this house really stands out. We will definitely come back as soon as possible. Don’t waste your time trying to find something better in the LA area - you won't!