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Bungalow in Santa Monica

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 323 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 Los Angeles

4.91 out of 5 average rating, 279 reviews

Modern Guest House 1 Bed/1 Bath + Private Entry

Beautiful modern newly remodeled guest room with separate private entrance (keyless entry) in a quiet and safe residential neighborhood of Mar Vista, just a few miles away from Venice Beach, Santa Monica & Marina Del Rey. The room has a work-from-home set-up, queen sized bed, private bathroom. No shared space (laundry) Plenty of street parking. Perfect place for out of town travelers for vacation or business! Located within 10-15 min of UCLA, Century City & Culver City 15 min to LAX airport.

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Guesthouse in Santa Monica

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 363 reviews

Zen Guesthouse in Ocean Park 5 Blocks from Beach

Welcome to this free-standing, custom-built designer loft-style guesthouse, boasting high ceilings, an indoor fireplace, high-end kitchen, private balcony & great light in one of Santa Monica’s most desirable neighborhoods. This 650 sq. ft. space is above a garage (used only for storage.) Modern & warm decor. Original artwork. Full custom closet & cabinetry, laptop/working space either at the small desk or kitchen nook. Surrounded by mature trees. Peaceful; close to everything; away from hubbub.

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Apartment in Santa Monica

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 165 reviews

Santa Monica Beach Oasis - With off street parking

Wi-Fi. Delicious coffee and Espresso. 65” TV in the living room, 55” TV in the bedroom. King size bed with an amazing luxury mattress. Outside seating area and a driveway parking spot. This apartment is on the second level of a 3 unit apartment building. Cozy bedroom with a king size bed, full bathroom, comfortable living room and fully stocked kitchen. Free electric shuttle service that runs throughout Santa Monica. Walking distance to Main St, Promenade, downtown Santa Monica and the Beach!

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Guesthouse in Santa Monica

4.97 out of 5 average rating, 218 reviews

Secluded Studio Santa Monica

*Construction next door some days noisy till late afternoon* Bright, cheerful decor with modern amenities for a comfortable, relaxing stay at this private retreat. Ideal for exploring the best of Santa Monica. Located less than a minutes walk from the famous Ocean Avenue overlooking the Pacific Ocean in Santa Monica's most desirable neighborhood. Enjoy the quiet, tranquil garden setting near Montana Avenue. Walking distance to Palisades Park, Third Street Promenade and the Santa Monica Pier

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Apartment in Santa Monica

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 225 reviews

NEW and Gorgeous Walk Everywhere Duplex w Garden

This walk everywhere, wonderful garden property (freestanding duplex in a courtyard garden w Super Host status is counted among Airbnb's best; ) 1 bedroom, w king bed, w new Dreamcloud mattress, stylish and updated, travertine floors, Venetian plaster walls, shutters, with fab Tuscan style garden to enjoy coastal weather & outdoor meals. There is also a parking spot and it's highly rated by third-party reviewers as a Walker's Paradise of 92. Fit guests can walk to beach in about 13 blocks.

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Guesthouse in Santa Monica

5 out of 5 average rating, 113 reviews

North of Montana gated luxury 1-bdrm guest house

Want bigger, better, more private accommodations than a Santa Monica luxury hotel for half the cost? Kick back and relax in this quiet, luxurious North of Montana guest house. Short walk to beach and Montana Ave stores and restaurants. Master bedroom queen sleeps two. Gourmet kitchen, filtered water, cozy dining area, work desk, laundry room with washer/dryer, easy street parking in Santa Monica’s nicest neighborhood. WiFi and smart TV. Regretfully, no additional adults, children or pets.

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Home in Marina del Rey

4.91 out of 5 average rating, 453 reviews

Steps to Venice Beach. Instaworthy Vintage Home & Patio

Just 2 minutes from Venice Beach, this private home offers the ultimate peaceful Venice escape. Thoughtful amenities include a Nespresso machine (pods incl), Sonos, boogie boards, laundry, new appliances, Riley sheets, a Cal King Leesa mattress, Roku TV, central A/C, fast WiFi, and parking (garage + off-street). Walk to Venice Beach & Pier, Canals, Muscle Beach and Abbot Kinney for unbeatable access to all Venice has to offer. Perfect for couples and families seeking comfort and convenience

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Condo in Santa Monica

4.84 out of 5 average rating, 127 reviews

Santa Monica Beach Getaway! 2 BR, Parking & Bikes

~Just steps from the sand, bike rides along the beach & magical sunsets~ Experience true California beach living at our luxury hideaway, just steps from the sandy shores of Santa Monica. Discover a ground-floor oasis in a charming beach house with 2 ensuite bedrooms, a full kitchen, a spacious patio, parking right in front. Whether it's a couples' retreat, a family getaway, or a gathering with friends, your perfect destination awaits! Sandy Beach-3-min walk Santa Monica Pier - 25 min walk

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Bungalow in Topanga

4.97 out of 5 average rating, 259 reviews

Topanga Pool House

The Topanga Pool House is a resort like property located at the edge of the State Park, with canyon views & ocean breezes. The infrared sauna, cedar plunge pool, hot tub, outdoor bed and yoga deck provide an escape from the hustle of the city. Guests have said it's "as if you have a resort to yourselves" "spa like" "magical and healing" and that's the experience we strive to provide. We live in the upstairs unit but prioritize guest's privacy at all times.

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Tiny home in Topanga

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 228 reviews

Cabin on the Rocks

As featured in Time Out’s ‘10 best Airbnbs near Los Angeles’, our award winning cabin provides an authentic Scandinavian aesthetic and ergonomic smart spatial design all located within a canyon setting. An A-frame glass window frames the scene: uninterrupted views across Topanga imbuing a sense of peace. This is a 'retreat like' experience you'll (hopefully) remember. A relaxing space to decompress, read and disconnect.

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Cabin in Topanga

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 167 reviews

The Willow - Cabin & Retreat - Amazing Views

The property is knows to have the most epic views in all of Topanga!!! Experience this unique cabin with nothing in sight but vast mountains and blue skies. Enjoy a complimentary bottle of wine and bring the kids or pets for hikes just 5 minutes from the front door. Book an on-site massage or do a yoga session, watch movies on TVs in every room, or simply relax.