TL;DR: cool host, cozy crib, lively neighborhood! Look y'all Venice sells itself. So, I don't need to deep dive into the locale. Here are a few notes. Vernon's apartment is a very short walk from the beach; it's close but not too close (in regards to foot traffic). Abbott Kinney is about a 20-minute walk away but, it's quicker by the plethora of scooter and bike options available. Lyft and Uber availability was good too. For me, this was a business trip so, most days I took the Expo Line from Culver City to Downtown Santa Monica and walked back to Vernon's apartment (checking out food or shopping options along the way). The walk time was about 30 minutes. I patronized both the Venice and Santa Monica locations of Erewhon. Check them out if you're into a modern foodie grocer at above Whole Foods quality and pricing. WORD!
Vernon was a top-notch host. He wasn't onsite. But, his instructions were detailed (make sure you read them). And, communication with him via the Airbnb app was effortless during my extended stay.
The apartment is cozy. For those from less populated towns or less expensive locales, that's big city realtor talk for small; it's a studio. But, it's a well-appointed studio! It has Fast WiFi, a comfortable bed, an expansive flat-screen TV (which I didn't use), a decent couch, a nice two seat dining table, a nice sized shower with a rain shower head (in a small bathroom), a well-stocked kitchen/pantry (you need to buy your own food) and keyless entry (Vernon will ping you the codes). There's a washer and dryer on the same floor just outside the apartment; you need to download and pay via mobile app to use them (instructions are located at the machines). The apartment gets a crazy amount of sunlight. Being a creature of the night, I kept the blinds closed at all times. Hey! It was a business trip and I needed to sleep. But, it's true what they say; good sunlight can really open up an apartment.
I stayed at Vernon's apartment during some festive occasions which wasn't a problem. But, expert travelers know that noise-canceling earphones/headphones are a must (for any location). Vernon's crib was no exception. This is not a complaint. FACTS! Remember, included in the intro of this review were the words "lively neighborhood."
I really enjoyed my stay, Vernon. Thanks!