Thank you to Maria and Jason! Topanga is, in my opinion the most wonderful location (with a car obviously) to experience the Malibu area. You have the beach a 15 minute drive down the mountain and Calabasas a 10 minute drive up the Canyon! And it's a magical canyon in between filled with nature, interesting cabins and houses, horses, streams - a slight nod to the bohemian hippy vibe of the 70s and a definite nod to the LA bohemian retreat of the current. This particular abode is a large, one bed with a chicken hut on the side - good WIFI - very close to Red Rock Canyon Trail Head. I personally came with my 5 year old daugher from London and she loved running around and smelling the flowers. I enjoyed the peace and quiet, and the very quick response from Maria (I booked on day of arrival). Thank you both!