OUR NEW FAVORITE VACATION SPOT

Guest: TONY &ELAINE (TORONTO CANADA)
Date of Stay: 08/01/09 Review Submitted: 08/09/09

We just returned from the beachcomber bungalow yesterday August 8-09. This property was beautiful , the views were unbelievable.It was great to drink our morning coffee on the patio overlooking the ocean .The property was everything we needed very nicely decorated and very clean . Gary and Karen are a great couple very friendly and eager to help with any information needed.We found everything we needed close by once we got to know the area .We would definitely recommend this property and we will be renting this property again. If you are considering renting this property do it you won't be dissapointed.

Owner response:Tony & Elaine! Our new favorite guests! We have hosted some of the greatest guests on the planet and lots from Canada this year. Everyone has that favorite place in their lives and we are so pleased The Beachcomber Bungalow is yours!!! We have many return visitors who just couldn't get enough of the 'Bu and the Bungalow. Remember to put your vacation shots on your screen saver.....it makes our vacations last longer!!! Cheers!

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, adventure seekers, families with teenagers.

A Gift From God

Guest: Family of 9 (Chicago, IL)
Date of Stay: 02/02/12 Review Submitted: 02/05/12

This place is absolutely heaven on earth. The inside of this bungalow is beutiful. The views from this bungalow are more than beautiful and amazing. The manager was very professional and kind. My dream has always been to visit and stay in a beach home here in Malibu, but being above PCH and having a view from the king bed of the beautiful ocean was awesome. The views from the patio area of the coastline and islands are a gift from God. I thank the owners for making such a beautiful place affordable. This really made our trip from Illinois more memorable than any other visit here, and we will definitely come again. God bless Lisa and Renee

Owner response:Dreams do come true in Malibu! Thanks for validating the vistas at the Bungalow. The pictures don't always do it justice!

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers.

great location, space, clean, comfort, views..

Guest: fiona w. (bellevue)
Date of Stay: 01/31/12 Review Submitted: 02/04/12

It was smooth, we did not want to pay $300 for the local hotel, and the other hotels really looked yukie with bad reviews and road noise. This was our first time trying this renting someones guest cottage idea. It went great. Place was really cute, clean, quite, location was about 7/9 miles maybe from the hub of things. the bed was very comfortable, plenty of pillows, nice sheets, blankets. Though, easy to hit your head in the middle of the night to go to the bathroom as you shuffle down the bed, and it is a bit of a sharp corner, we tapped a rolled towel on the corner just in case. The shower was great pressure with plenty of hot water, even a washer/dryer combo there. The people above were walking with heels, but they were very sweet when we knocked on the door.. and knew right away what we came for, after that is was very peaceful and we could sleep in! Big screen tv, large sofa, two extra beds in the living room (trundle). Parking is up on the driveway with a simple 2 minute walk to the door. We would stay again.

Owner response:The Bungalow is for the young at heart. All of our guests are wonderful people. We are a great value for travelers who love the coastline.

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quite, comfy, clean, great views, easy to get to..

Guest: fiona w. (bellevue)
Date of Stay: 01/31/12 Review Submitted: 02/04/12

It was smooth, we did not want to pay $300 for the local hotel, and the other hotels really looked yukie with bad reviews and road noise. This was our first time trying this renting someones guest cottage idea. It went great. Place was really cute, clean, quite, location was about 7/9 miles maybe from the hub of things. the bed was very comfortable, plenty of pillows, nice sheets, blankets. Though, easy to hit your head in the middle of the night to go to the bathroom as you shuffle down the bed, and it is a bit of a sharp corner, we tapped a rolled towel on the corner just in case. The shower was great pressure with plenty of hot water, even a washer/dryer combo there. The people above were walking with heels, but they were very sweet when we knocked on the door.. and knew right away what we came for, after that is was very peaceful and we could sleep in! Big screen tv, large sofa, two extra beds in the living room (trundle). Parking is up on the driveway with a simple 2 minute walk to the door. We would stay again.

Owner response:The Bungalow is for the young at heart. All of our guests are wonderful people. We are a great value for travelers who love the coastline.

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, families with young children, families with teenagers.

WOW!

Guest: Jeff G.
Date of Stay: 12/26/11 Review Submitted: 01/01/12

My daughter and I went on a Christmas vacation... loved loved loved the Bungalow.. beautiful views, and Gary and Karen are one of a kind... will return soon, thanks

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WOW!

Guest: Jeff (Eden, Utah)
Date of Stay: 12/26/11 Review Submitted: 01/01/12

My daughter and I went on a little Christmas vacation, we had soooo much fun we didn't want to come home.. The owners Gary and Karen are like family now... I would highly recomend staying here... Thanks Gary and Karen..

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.

True Serenity

Guest: Brandine P.
Date of Stay: 12/17/11 Review Submitted: 12/29/11

My husband and I were in desperate need of a vacation and we found this property listed on Home Away. This was our first time using this site and we were a bit aprehensive. I can tell you with certainty, as people who have stayed in Malibu before, that this property truly is what Malibu is all about. Laid back atmosphere, beautiful views of both sunrise and sunset, warm friendly people and a litlle slice of heaven. The kitchen had everything we needed, the stores close by allowed us to get some food items so we did not have to eat out every meal, and the hosts, Karen and Gary, were extremely gracious and welcoming. We enjoyed our stay here, and we were so happy to call it "home" for 10 days. We will definitely be rebooking this property and look foward to returning as soon as possible.

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Super cute ocean-view getaway

Guest: tms (Ojai, CA)
Date of Stay: 11/04/11 Review Submitted: 11/07/11

We used this house for a girls weekend while we were at an art retreat. It was perfect for the four of us. The property is exceptionally clean and well maintained.

Owner response:Malibu has The Getty Villa museum on PCH and many cultural events during the year so check out the city's website for events to enhance your own getaway!

Recommended for:Girls getaway.

It Truly Doesn't Get Any Better

Guest: Baxter H.
Date of Stay: 10/05/11 Review Submitted: 10/10/11

Baxter & Shelly Raleigh, NC The first words out of my mouth were "You have GOT to be kidding me." I could not believe how beautiful the place is! The architecture of the home is wonderfully integrated into the setting and the setting itself was simply spectacular! The views are incredible both day AND night! When we entered the bungalow, I was struck as to how exact the pictures represented the interior space. (No distortion of room size or disappointment of the quality of the furnishings.) I am a builder by profession and was thoroughly impressed with the clever layout and high quality materials used. It is obvious that they maintain the property religiously. Everything is well manicured and functional. We have two college aged kids so we were on the go the entire trip. It was SO nice to come back to such a comfortable place. Not sure what brands the mattresses are but they are first class, as were the linens. (Also worth noting, both of the kids were very comfortable on their beds. They were plenty large enough to accommodate my son's height.) The king loft was great! Before we checked-in, we went to the grocery store and picked up breakfast items. It was really nice to have everything we needed to cook right there. A very pleasant way to start off the day. The bbq grill outside was very nice (though we didn't use it). It didn't look like any expense was spared their either. There is no way you will be disappointed by choosing this rental. Karen and Gary are very down-to-earth people who are wonderful hosts. Thank you guys so much for all of your hospitality! It was so refreshing to find solid value and zero disappointments in the whole experience!! We will definitely be back again soon! Blessings!

Owner response:Well this just says it all....the greatest people come to vacation here from all over the world! Thanks so much for taking the time to give us the thumbs up for others to view. Blessings back at you..... looking forward to your return trip!

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Robinson Family

Guest: shelly (New York)
Date of Stay: 08/01/11 Review Submitted: 09/28/11

We were so happy to call the Bungalow our home for a month (August 2011). Everything was really comfortable, beautiful & clean, the kitchen has everything U need, the beds are perfection, my kids still talk about how comfortable their bed was. We miss waking every morning to the perfect ocean view, fresh air & the beach. This is a true GEM and we would stay here again and recommend it 100 % thank U so much for taking great care of us during our stay and sharing a slice of Malibu ; ) michelle, brett, joel, lachlan & finn

Owner response:Bungalow vacation memories seem to linger quite a while with our guests! Multiple returning guests is proof positive that what you see is not fancy photography. We are always so grateful to our visitors who take the time out of their busy lives to share the memories here for others. It is a gift! Thank you Michelle. We miss all those smiling faces. I hope your future travel plans bring you all back here soon. Your Malibu family, Gary & Karen

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.