Laid-back, cozy, and friendly.
Joachim sets a warm and inviting atmosphere when he welcomes you to his home. My husband and I felt very comfortable in the room we were provided and it allowed us the privacy we prioritized on our trip since we are expecting our first child in a few months. In the few times we got to bump into him (as we were out most of the day), Joachim was engaging in any kind of conversation - my husband learned a lot about Germany and it's healthcare just by chatting with him out on the porch!
The pictures are honest and do the place justice. The porch is very relaxing and the rest of the home is minimalist and comfortable. Along with that, Joachim's home is walking distance to Abbot Kinney, Venice Beach, and Santa Monica. My husband and I enjoyed walking everywhere, but even taking a Lyft back from the Santa Monica theatre was only $3.
Overall, we were very happy with our stay and would recommend Joachim's place in a heartbeat! Hope to be back again someday.