Mariann’s home is a gem you too rarely find now: a room in a real family’s home, where you will meet, and get to talk to, and share a piece of the life of a real Santa Monica family. She will really make you feel welcome and you will find a home away from home with her. The neighbourhood is absolutely lovely, the location is utterly ideal, the bed deliciously comfortable, but all of that is nothing compared to the great pleasure of meeting Mariann and Mark and their sons. I loved their conversation even more than the beach! Thank you Mariann for being such a shining person.