My husband, 14-year old child and I stayed here in August and loved the house - the layout, decor, and the outside patio. With the windows open it was very breezy and was close to the beach and restaurants. Reasonable walk to beach, library. Whole Foods (15 min), though having a car is preferable. It is on the bus line though so can get to/from LAX via bus. Valerie was a great host - answering all of our questions and checking in to see we had everything we needed. The house was fully stocked with coffee, beach chairs, iron, blow dryer, etc. The outside patio was lovely for eating or reading. If I visit the area again, I would stay here again.