We spent two weeks in Rachels guesthouse with 2 adults and 2 kids (7/9). Flying over from Germany the renting, getting-there, check-in was no issue at all.
The house is really nice, but the pool is a real gem! The kids absolutely loved it, it's large, heated, has a Jacuzzi, two waterfalls and 4 comfortable sunchairs with a Parasol.
Rachel and her family are very kind, helpful and responsive. You have all the privacy you like, but if you need something Rachel is quick to respond. Wifi and Netflix are a big plus and work really well. We did not have cellphone reception there with tmobile.
There is lots of nature around, I was surprised there were no mosquitoes, very nice!
The location itself is very convenient, close to LA and even closer to all the nice beaches, 20min drive.
For groceries shopping there is a little store within 10min on the Topanga Canyon road, for bigger groceries shopping trips I recommend Ralphs, which is only 25minutes up North.
We really, really enjoyed our stay and would like to thank Rachel for her hospitality !