Judy was a lovely hostess. She genuinely cares about her guests and goes out of her way not only to make them as comfortable as possible (the snacks and drinks were a delightful surprise ... especially the homemade brownies!), but also to ensure that they have the best possible time in LA. Our visit was a mother/daughter trip (our first one!), and it was such a pleasure and a comfort to be staying with someone who knew the area so well and was so generous in providing tips and advice on where to go, what to see, and how to get there. The guest house is private and fairly spacious with plenty of room for hanging out (though, you'll likely be out exploring!). We didn't end up using the patio, but it looked like a good spot for a morning cup of coffee. We were able to walk down to the Brentwood Country Mart and neighboring restaurants, which was super handy. And at nighttime, the neighborhood is very peaceful. We slept well. ;) Overall, my daughter and I both thoroughly enjoyed our stay and are very grateful to Judy for all her small kindnesses.