We had a great time at Lauren's place in Venice. It couldn't have been closer to the canals (and the use of the dingy came in handy) and the beach. We also found it incredibly convenient having access to the bikes on hand, saving a bit of money in rentals. Lauren was quick to respond when first getting in touch and made sure we were settled in when we arrived. Venice is a fun area in general and this place served as a great staging area for our visit to L.A.