Overall the place was pretty straightforward as listed (no bells and whistles or anything). It was clean when we arrived, and the host provided some nice waterproof slippers to use around the house or in the shower. When I couldn't get the laundry machine to work, the host stopped by quickly and fixed it. They were always quick to respond.
As for location, this area has some of the best food in LA (imo). A lot of home-y, affordable eats. It can just take some time to find it all.