... are worried about the booking and the large security deposit needed of $1100. Please can you tell me if this is a suitable holiday rental, as we can find no reviews of the property. Do you know whether this is all above board? Do you have any suggestions? Many thanks ... more

All private rentals require large deposits and all are via the owner. There is little recourse. My experiences have been good with vacation rentals - but can't speak for this one particular property. The are is good, though. ... more

... stay for our week long vacation in Septemeber and came across a nice looking apartment through VRBO (#150789), which turns out is through a company called 'In style vacation'. They said ... ... used this firm at all? We have never used private rentals before, so any feedback would really be appreciated ... more

... you still have some energy left at the end of the day, you can go for another walk on the boardwalk. I took some photos of the rental and will post them. If you have any questions, just let me know and I'll try to help you out. Gabba ... more

... it possible to park a rental car on any of these streets without paying for overnight parking at the hotels? There is a limited budget for this trip and some very expensive tastes in food and wine. Walking is absolutely no problem, even a fifteen minute walk, hills are no ... more

... the valet is outrageous. Just like MoreFFmiles said--- that's 1/2 a dinner.....a big deal when you're on a tight vacation budget. We're staying at the Sheraton Delfina on Pico for 1 night, and I'm interested in knowing if there's free parking anywhere nearby ... more

... am looking at short term rentals in Santa Monica. How secure and safe are they to book with the owners direct in US? I just don't want to get there to find out I have nowhere to stay. Also, if anyone has any good recommendations on some short term rentals (4nts) for ... more

... would have a more enjoyable vacation if you rent a car at LAX and keep it for your entire stay. It is possible that your short term rental would have a free parking space. As far as the City of Santa Monica goes, the nicest area is to the north ... more