On a quiet tree-lined street in a residential pocket of Venice, a bustling, free-spirited neighbourhood to the west of Los Angeles, Marco Place II is a lovely two-bedroom home with a separate one-bedroom guesthouse at the bottom of a lush backyard.

Enclosed by tall trees and giant hedges, which offer seclusion and privacy, the garden is also home to a fantastic full-length heated lap pool and a hot tub, perfect for early morning dips or evening cocktails beneath glorious pastel skies.

A great getaway for families with adult children or a group of friends, the main house is spread over two levels to include the two bedrooms and one bathroom on the top floor and, at the entrance level, a convivial open-plan kitchen, living room and dining room, great for social gatherings. Here, you'll also find the second bathroom and a dedicated office space for those working from home.

Wonderfully inviting, with a relaxed, informal feel, both the main house and the ensuite guesthouse - which comes complete with its own fully-equipped kitchen - are simply decorated in muted blue-grey hues with classic details and warm textures, including crisp white linen sofas, standout rugs, mid-century inspired furnishings and thoughtful artwork, throughout.

Enjoy sunny barbecue days on the cosy terrace or if you'd like to head out for more action, Abbot Kinney - a palm-tree lined strip packed with boutiques, restaurants and galleries - is a quick 15-minute stride away and the buzz of Venice Beach is just five-minutes by car.