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Rental unit in Malibu

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 333 reviews

Idyllic, Romantic Beachfront Apartment in Malibu

Fall asleep to the sound of ocean waves in this charming beachfront apartment. The light, airy home features open-plan living and a wall of windows to maximize the amazing views. Enjoy drinks on the deck and a sunset over the water—it's pure bliss. This beachfront apartment is right above the sand and surf. At night the sounds of the sea will lull you to sleep. During the day, you can watch the sea lions sunning on the rocks and dolphins and whales swimming by or go for a walk along the water's edge and dive in yourself. This is an amazing place to have a glass of wine and watch the sunset and relax! In the evening, the lights of the "Queen's Necklace" glimmer in the distance and the moonlight shines on the water. The living room is cozy with two loveseats to snuggle in and watch a movie on the 50" flat screen TV. Three large sliding glass doors open up if you want to let the ocean breezes blow through. The kitchen is small but fully equipped with an apartment size stove and oven, a microwave, a Keurig coffee maker and a French press, tea kettle, toaster and all the dishes and pots and pans you need. A round table with linens provides a beautiful spot for morning coffee. The bedroom has a queen bed with a new organic mattress and designer sheets, pillows and duvet. There is a large closet with room to store your clothes. Books line the bookshelves if you'd like something to read. Mostly, this is just a quiet, beautiful space to put your feet up and really relax while watching the endless panorama of the natural world outside. And....if you want to feel like a movie star, the apartment was recently used as a glamorous setting in an independent film due out soon!!! Two-person kayak (life jackets available) Boogie Boards and a surfboard Television with premium channels (HBO, Showtime, etc.) Wi-Fi Shared entry gate with one other unit. My husband and I live in a small cottage above the apartment but the only shared space is the entry door. We rarely even see our guests. However, I am always available to answer questions or concerns but almost no one has them! Situated directly above the sand and surf, the home is in a residential area along the Malibu coast, away from the tourist areas. Take in the stars at night while strolling along the beach, or eat at one of the nearby restaurants right on the water. There is bus service available just a minute from the apartment that will take you into Santa Monica or the center of Malibu, or farther north to some of Malibu's more remote beaches. Uber is readily available. At high tide, the ocean may come right up to the seawall limiting beach availability. This all depends on the moon, the tides and the amount of sand that we have. This can really vary from day to day and depending on the season. This winter, rough seas washed away our private stairs to the beach, so guests need to use the public access stairs just a few houses away and a very short walk.

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Bungalow in Santa Monica

4.97 out of 5 average rating, 275 reviews

Santa Monica Bungalow on Quiet Street North of Montana

Step through the carriage doors and into an open interior with polished concrete floors, plus a kitchen with navy cabinets and stone countertops. The bedroom comes with barn door, bamboo floors, and 55" HDTV, while a verdant garden awaits outside. Enter the guest house thru carriage doors to a first floor open living space with kitchen, sofa and 60'' HD flatscreen TV. Polished concrete floors and stone countertops. Exit to open, outdoor staircase leading to an upper bedroom with Cal-King Bed, bamboo floors, dresser, 55'' HD TV, comfortable bathroom with walk-in shower and vanity. Wifi / Cable / AC & Heating units in each room. Design is a mix of beach cottage with contemporary accents. 2 Blocks to beautiful Ocean Avenue to watch gorgeous California sunsets or walk to beach. 2 Blocks to Montana Avenue shopping and cafes. Close to Promenade and Metrolink. Unbeatable Location ! Our place is good for couples, solo adventurers, and business travelers. The bungalow is a separate guesthouse but owners are present on the property in the main house. Outside table with a bench and chairs are perfectly located for morning coffee lunch or evening cocktail. We live in the front house so feel free to reach out to us with any questions and/or concerns regarding your stay. Leave the car behind - the beach, restaurants, cafes, and shops, are all an easy walk away. Rent a bike nearby to explore further. Watch the sunset over the water from Ocean Avenue, 2 blocks away, while Metrolink and Promenade are also close. Rent a Hulu Bike for your stay. “On May 12, 2015, the Santa Monica City Council adopted the Home-Sharing Ordinance reiterating its ban on the rental of entire units as vacation rentals. The Home-Sharing Ordinance also legalized the short term rental of a portion of a person’s home when the host lives on-site throughout the visitor’s stay and when the host obtains a business license. Hosts are also required to collect and remit Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) if not collected and remitted by the hosting platform.” Our license #221557 is listed with the City of Santa Monica

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Guest suite in Santa Monica

4.84 out of 5 average rating, 293 reviews

A Uniquely Beautiful Modern Studio in Santa Monica

A unique and modern studio located in the heart of Santa Monica, California! We are locator 1.5 miles from Santa Monica and Venice beaches with trendy shopping and restaurant destinations nearby! The studio is newly renovated with its own separate/private entrance, an updated kitchen, mini refrigerator, TV, WIFI, a Queen size bed, an extra fold-out/futon bed, shower, closet, luggage storing space, and more. The Studio is situated in a quiet and safe neighborhood with lots of street parking.

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Rental unit in Santa Monica

4.87 out of 5 average rating, 100 reviews

Stunning Promenade SM Studio. Steps to the beach.

Welcome to one of a kind studio located in the heart of Santa Monica on the famous 3rd St. Promenade. With its unbeatable location, you'll have everything you need right at your doorstep. Enjoy easy access to the pristine beach, charming parks, world-class shopping, and the best dining experiences that the city has to offer. Whether you're looking to catch some waves, explore the local farmer's market, or simply soak up the vibrant energy of the city, you'll be perfectly situated to do it all.

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Rental unit in Venice

4.94 out of 5 average rating, 526 reviews

Historic Venice Apt 1/2 blocks to beach+parking

It's all about location, location, location with HISTORIC CHARM and more! Be steps from it all but have a cozy retreat in this charming, nicely decorated, very clean, 1 bedroom apartment located in one of Venice's original Craftsman houses, built in 1910. It is situated right in the heart of Venice, less than 1/2 block from the famous Venice Boardwalk, surrounded by coffee shops, restaurants and shopping galore. Walk, bike, surf, skate and live like a local! Free parking included.

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Guest house in Mar Vista

4.91 out of 5 average rating, 234 reviews

Modern Studio in CulverCity/CulverWest

Hi - welcome to our modern private free-standing studio (325 sq ft) located on a beautiful tree-lined street. Our bright and cozy studio has a private entrance w/ full stove, fridge, in-unit Washer/Dryer, AC/Heat unit and centrally located to restaurants, transportations, and freeways. NOTE - this is a studio guest house on our property and we do live in the front house. We might say hi if we see you. There is ample street parking and we will provide one permit.

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Guest house in Pacific Palisades

4.93 out of 5 average rating, 619 reviews

Cottage Near the Sea!

Our lovely, comfortable cottage guest room with private entrance is just blocks from the beach. Enjoy your own private garden view and patio. It comfortably sleeps two and is convenient to all of LA including Santa Monica, Venice Beach, Hollywood, LAX. Easy access to bus lines. And now we have 100 MPS Broadband for strong Wi-Fi for all your personal or business needs. Minimum stay: 3 nights. Maximum stay: 28 nights. We are both fully vaccinated.

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Guest house in Mar Vista

4.88 out of 5 average rating, 634 reviews

Entire Private Guesthouse + Luscious Garden Oasis

Live your best life in this newly renovated bungalow guesthouse with a private backyard oasis. Features include - self-check-in - an outdoor fireplace, - vaulted ceilings - an open floor plan. Revel in the serene landscape of succulents, cacti, and fruit trees. Located just 5-10 minutes from the beach and 15 from LAX + SoFi Stadium. Enjoy peace of mind with top-tier cleaning protocols for your safety. Your perfect LA retreat awaits.

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Guest suite in Ocean Park

4.89 out of 5 average rating, 584 reviews

Large Studio by the Beach

[License #221828] Spacious basement studio offered by a super host with over 4.9 rating over 500 + reviews. It: * Is 10 blocks from hotspots like 3rd St Promenade, Santa Monica Beach and Main St * Free coffee/tea/snacks, WiFi, TV * Close to bike/car/train hubs * Includes coin op washer/dryer (shared by building) * Parking: $7 / day if purchased 48 or more hours in advanced or $9 / day otherwise

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Guest house in Venice

4.95 out of 5 average rating, 231 reviews

Charming Venice Retreat

A great location- 20 minutes by car from the airport and 25 minutes by foot from iconic Venice Beach. Walk around the corner to have brunch at one of the hippest restaurants on the Westside-Superba. You can also cross Lincoln Boulevard and walk down one of our quiet walk streets to world famous Abbot Kinney. There are bike rentals nearby and electric scooters on the corner.

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Guest house in Santa Monica

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 253 reviews

Papu's Guest House

Modern, bright, light filled guest house! Quiet residential neighborhood with hidden gems on local retail street of Ocean Park Blvd, including wonderful shops, cafes and restaurants. Close to all the activities Santa Monica & Venice offer, including beaches, 3rd Street Promenade, Abbott Kinney, etc. All available to you without the congestion of the tourist districts.