I stayed at Angela's house for 1 month and just extended for another. I am new to L.A. but found that this is the perfect home to transition into my new life here.
Angela is a wonderful host and she provides an affordable and superb accommodation. The room is very clean and comfortable to live in; the backyard and patio is a daily highlight and a perfect little oasis in the middle of this giant city. I enjoyed most of my time outside, marveling at her beautiful garden.
I am a private person and felt completely respected. Whenever I did have questions or wanted to chat, Angela was also there. I appreciated that a lot.
The location is good. I commuted daily to Beverly Grove by bike (~15 minutes one way) and found that Culver City is right around the corner. There is also access to good bike paths that lead to Santa Monica. The bus stop is nearby and if you have a car, you have almost immediate access to the freeway. Despite the proximity to the freeway, the neighborhood seems calm and quiet.
I highly recommend Angela's urban oasis to single travelers who are looking for a peaceful place to stay in Los Angeles. Its a rare find.