Floor to Ceiling Glass creates this Spacious and Airy Living Area
Location: Playa del Rey, Los Angeles County & Catalina Island, California, USA (8 Mins To LAX, 10 To Manhattan Beach, 30 To Beverly Hills)
Accommodations: House, 3 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 2 Baths (Sleeps 7)
Keywords: House
This Private and Secluded Zen-like 2200 sq ft. 3 bedroom, 2 bath 2 story Home is in the Exclusive Beach neighborhood of "L.A's Best Kept Secret", PLAYA DEL REY, centrally located to the South Bay Beaches and LA's glamorous city. Enter behind a private gate and journey into this quiet and safe, lushly landscaped tropical refuge. Eastern artifacts, Buddha's, a gurgling fish pond, birdbath, rock garden and a teak bench serenely escort you into this special house, furnished for comfort and healing energy. If you are looking to "PARTY" this is NOT the home for you.
This unique home is perfect for couples, professionals, or vacationing families looking for rest or "LA'S hot action" that's just minutes away.
The clean straight lines of Architecture, inspired by Frank Lloyd Wright, has high wood ceilings and powerful crossbeams. Floor to ceiling glass in the Living Room and Formal Dining area create a spacious and airy setting in this Loft Style home. Relax, release, and chill out on the Futon Style fold-out Full Loungers. Luxuriate amidst classy Eastern/Asian antiques and furniture on top of rich hardwood floors while listening to the hi-end NAD Stereo, ROTEL CD player, and B & W speakers or watch your favorite Special Events on Cable TV and VCR.
Dine "alfresco", year round, on sumptuous local fresh seafood or BBQ your favorite culinary delights from nearby Bristol Farms, the famous gourmet food shoppe. Let the Southern California sunshine energize your day during breakfast in the Formal dining area that accommodates 2 to 10 on the Cherry wood Asian Dining table. Custom Tile Counter top seats 4 more. Sip an espresso, gourmet tea, smoothie, or fresh squeezed lemonade from the tree in the garden.
Espresso and Coffee Maker, Blender, and Juicer are all included with the Full Kitchen.
Ascend through the carpeted "Low-Rise" stairwell with high ceilings, bamboo-screened windows and Asian styled architecture lighting. A bamboo plant and more lush decorations lead the way to the 2nd floor restorative rest area.
The Master Bedroom has wall-to-wall sliding Shoji Screens. Close them for privacy or open them to the Living Area below or dreamily gaze through the huge glass windows into the tropical foliage of the backyard. Rejuvenate on the NEW Hi-Density Memory Foam Queen Size Mattress. The Master Bath has shoji doors and windows, double sinks, a glass shower stall, and 2 large closets with sliding full length mirrors that make dressing a pleasure.
Enjoy the California Sunset and a partial view of the Pacific Ocean from the front upstairs Bedroom that sleeps 2 on a BRAND NEW Queen Size Posturepedic Mattress. The Bamboo-screened front wall of glass overlooks the semi-private park directly across the street. Mirrored closets here as well.
For your comfort and enjoyment, read, sip some coffee, wine, or tea, or even take a nap on the Private Balcony of the back bedroom that sleeps 2 more comfortably on another BRAND NEW Queen Size Posturepedic Mattress also with mirrored closets.
Soothe yourself to a candlelight bath in the decorated full bathroom behind Bamboo-screened windows of the second floor.
Enter through Sliding Glass Doors from the Dining Area or walk the plant covered latticed path on the side of the house to the sanctitude of the green-growth covered Hi-walled Back Yard. Soak your worries and stress away in the Large California Redwood Jacuzzi beneath the stars or during the day. Relax and Lounge in the backyard under the shade of tall trees surrounded by more lush tropical plants, or feed the squirrels and watch the hummingbirds that visit the Rock Garden, Birdbath and Gazebo.
Two blocks away is a 1 mile scenic walking path overlooking the Ballona Wetland Wildlife Reserve, one of the last protected open areas in Los Angeles. The path has a panoramic view from Malibu to the famous "Hollywood" sign.
Sleepy Beach town Playa del Rey, is minutes away from all the action. This house is a 20 min walk to Beach, 8 min bicycle ride. Playa has coffee shops, 5 Star restaurants or casual dining, baseball diamond, basketball courts, soccer field, children's playground, beach volleyball, and a huge park connected to the Venice Canals that is home to numerous ducks and wildlife.
Time to desired locations:
-LAX - 8 min
-Manhattan Beach (World Championship Volleyball) - 10 min
-Marina del Rey (Fisherman's Wharf, Cruises, Restaurants, Shops, Movies) - 5 min
-Catalina Island - 27 miles available by boat
-Venice Beach (Famous Venice Boardwalk - "Muscle Beach", Snake Charmers, Street Performers, Sidewalk eateries...seen in countless movies, TV, music videos) - 10 min
-Santa Monica/Malibu - 20 min
-Beverly Hills - 30 min
-Hollywood/Studio City - 40 min
-Big Bear Mountains (Winter skiing, summer hiking and boating) - 90 min
-Palm Springs - 90 min
-Disneyland - 45 min
-San Diego Wild Animal Park - 2 hrs.
Wouldn't it be great to come to Southern California...Home of The Movie Stars, Palm Trees, "Fun in the Sun" and Disneyland while resting in this Peaceful Oasis? Pick up the phone or e-mail with any questions and we'll do all we can to make sure you have a wonderful experience.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided
- Off Street Parking
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer
- Beds
- Queen Bed (3)
- Convertible Bed (2)
- Entertainment
- Private Hot Tub
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Music Library
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- Balcony
- Communications
- Computer : 1 PC with HP Printer
- Broadband Internet
- WiFi (Wireless Internet) : Netgear Wireless Router
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Not Suitable for Children : Not suitable for toddlers. Home is 2 story Loft style with railings that a toddler can easily fall through if not supervised at all times.
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters : MUST BE 30 YEARS OF AGE TO RENT HOME
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Parasailing
- Jet Skiing
- Swimming
- Surfing
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Cross Country Skiing
- Snowboarding
- Snowmobiling
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Racquetball
- Basketball Court
- Antiquing
- Live Theatre
- Miniature golf
- Horseback Riding
- Theme Park (Amusement Park)
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
- Zoo/Wildlife Park
- Restaurants
- Shelling
- Sledding/Tubing
- Hiking
- Rock Climbing
- Other Activities
- Minutes away Championship Beach Volleyball, 20 min walk to the Beach or 8 min Bicycle Ride, Semi-Private Park directly across the street, ample parking, One mile Scenic Walking Path above the Ballona Wildlife Wetland Reserve with a Panoramic View from Malibu on the Pacific Ocean to the Famous "HOLLYWOOD" sign in Hollywood. 5 mins to LMU - Loyola Marymount University
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
*SPECIAL YEAR END RATES Sept-Feb 2012 - $249/nt*
March-May - $269/nt
June-August -$299/nt
MUST BE AT LEAST 30 YEARS OF AGE TO RENT HOME/ MAXIMUM 7 PEOPLE
$150 Cleaning Fee
Renter Responsible For All Replacement Costs of Damage or Breakage
*2 night Minimum Stay
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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- Full Kitchen with Tassimo espresso/coffee maker - Playa del Rey, California House
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- Loft style Master Bdrm w/NEW Queen Mattress/Bed with Shoji Screen Enclosures
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- Rear Bdrm w/Queen Bed opens to a Balcony that overlooks the Backyard
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- Relax / Lounge in the Tropical Rock Garden, & Large Redwood Jacuzzi
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- Buddahs, lush foliage & a gurgling fish pond welcome you to this Zen Home
Traveler Reviews (18)
Zen Home in Playa del Rey is Extraordinary
Guest: Ann M.
Date of Stay: 11/19/11
Review Submitted: 11/27/11
Anyone looking for a quiet home away from home to rest, relax and visit with friends or family could not do any better than the Zen home. Thanks to the gracious hospitality and attention to detail from the hosts, the minute you enter the Zen home you feel as if a close friend has welcomed you. Personal notes, helpful hints about the area, snacks to hold you over until you do your own shopping are just part of the warm welcome. The neighborhood is quiet and serene. Proximity to the beach, the airport, shopping and restaurants make the Zen home a great place to start out each day. Although, as lovely as the Zen home is, sometimes the best plan for the day is just staying in and enjoying all the amenities in the house and on the grounds. The kitchen is fully equipped with cooking and eating utensils. Bedrooms and baths have ample supply of linens, soaps, etc. We will definitely return to the Zen home and are pleased to recommend it to travelers to the Los Angeles area.
Recommended for:
the best rental
Guest: S
(Des Moines)
Date of Stay: 10/12/11
Review Submitted: 10/20/11
We loved our stay at the Zen house. It was a very cool house and very comfortable. There were flowers, cinnamon rolls, water, coffee, and more. We have never experienced such hospitality in a rental house before. It was also very clean and well-maintained. The Zen house was just a great house and Donna and Steve couldn't have been nicer.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers.
Spacious, Beautiful and Peaceful Retreat
Guest: Trish
(Dallas, Texas)
Date of Stay: 08/31/11
Review Submitted: 09/05/11
I am picky and admit I spend hours searching for the perfect vacation home to rent. The Zen Home truly exceeded my and my family's expectations. The home is in a quiet, established neighborhood yet close to all that LA has to offer. We were traveling with our one-year old daughter. I never met the hosts, yet they treated us like friends. They volunteered to supply the home with a high chair and pack-n-plays at no extra cost. They also have the home stocked with everything you will ever need for your vacation, ranging from beach chairs and sand pails to toothbrushes and specialty kids' shampoo. The back patio area is amazing and so is the balcony on the second floor. We were sad to leave this beautiful, relaxing home.
Owner response:Hello Trish- I'm thrilled you and your Family had a nice, relaxing stay at the Zen Home. We hope to see you again if your travel plans ever bring you back to LA! Best- Donna & Steven Leigh
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, girls getaway, families with young children.
The best place in California to stay!
Guest: Marco-Femke M.
(Luttelgeest)
Date of Stay: 07/23/11
Review Submitted: 08/22/11
We stayed at the Zen-home with our five children (age 8-19) for 4 weeks and had the best time ever. The house is very comfortable beautiful, peaceful, clean and offers everything you might need including bodyboards for the kids, chairs to use at the beach etc. The neighbourhood is very quiet, so we really enjoyed the yard and jacuzzi. The owners could not be nicer and the way they treat their guests really could not be any better. It's the perfect place to visit everything in California. The beaches are just idyllic and very quiet, Los Angeles with all its famous sites is just about half an hour by car and there is so much more to see and do like Santa Barbara, Santa Monica, Venice Beach, etc. We also went to San Francisco, Las Vegas and Palm Springs, all very easy accesible by car. I am 100% sure we could not have picked a better place to spend our vacation. We could go on about this great place for ever. If you have any questions you would like to ask us, just e-mail the owners and they will provide you with our e-mailadress/telephonenumber and we will be happy to answer any questions you might have. Donna and Steven: THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR EVERYTHING! We wish you all the best and hope to see you again sometime in the future.
Owner response:Femke- Steven and I would like to THANK YOU for the great review and we're SO happy you and your Family enjoyed your stay at the Zen Home! Warm regards, Donna & Steven Leigh
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
BOUCHARD FAMILY (MONTREAL, QC CANADA JUNE 20, 2011
Guest: ANDRE B
(MONTREAL)
Date of Stay: 06/20/11
Review Submitted: 06/30/11
This house is unbelievable! I still have to word for that amazing house ! Were 7 people from 18 to 51. I never saw a house like that . I felt that I was renting a house in Beverley Hills. The furniture in the house ! , Sound system, TV, bedroom everything that you need ! The kitchen if you like to cook! Hot tub in the back !, Very quiet neighbourhood. I rent different houses for my holiday summer & winter, Florida Vancouver, Whistler and in Quebec, Canada, and I can tell you that I never saw a house like that! We also had a nice and warm welcome note from the owner Donna & Steven. Donna & Steven thanks you again for that wonderful stay in the Zen Home ! Donna you’re the best !
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, age 55+.
BEAUTIFUL HOME, GREAT VALUE!
Guest: cali
(Calgary, Canada)
Date of Stay: 06/02/11
Review Submitted: 06/08/11
Wow! There were 7 people in our party - 4 adults, 3 children under 8 and we could not have picked a better place to stay in LA. The house is large, is beautifully furnished, has all the amenities you need and has a hot tub! There are beach towels, sand toys, plenty of towels and linens - and a must have for us which is a washer/dryer. The property is very close to the airport as well as the highway, and very convenient. The neighbourhood is really nice and it was a great location for my daily run. Donna was very accommodating as we needed a later check out (3pm) and throughout the booking process she was responsive and really easy to work with. Thank you Donna!
Recommended for:Girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Wonderful Home
Guest: Mark & Janet
(London England)
Date of Stay: 05/22/11
Review Submitted: 06/05/11
Peaceful location and only 10 mins by car to venice beach. Beautifully furnished and spotlessly clean. Everything was provided numerous toiletries,shower gels, shampoo etc. All bedrooms were lovely and spacious. Everything you needed in a kitchen was there. Hi Fi system was excellent with plenty of cd's to choose from. Cable TV, DVD Player with a large variety of DVD's to choose from. Easy to get to downtown LA by car. After a day in LA it was Lovely to chill out in the large hot tub. Highly recommended.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, girls getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers.
Aptly Named - The Zen Home
Guest: Dinah
(Northern California)
Date of Stay: 04/05/11
Review Submitted: 04/10/11
The Zen Home was a perfect place for our extended family of 6 adults and one baby to meet and play. Each bedroom was comfortable and private with plenty of beautiful, clean bedding supplies. The baths had an amazing array of amenities. The kitchen provided everything a cook could ask for. The sound system and wide selection of music were enjoyed by all. The backyard was private and relaxing, including the large hot tub. Overall, the Zen Home felt like "home" and was very serene.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, girls getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers.
Amazing Stay!
Guest: Henery & Maureen
(Grimsby, Ontario, Canada)
Date of Stay: 01/07/11
Review Submitted: 01/24/11
Upon arrival we were estatic to see how beautiful the zen home was, pictures posted on the website don't do the property justice. the house was immaculate, well equipped from towels to movies along with the amazing hot tub out back. the whole property was well maintained along with the beautiful gardens. we look forward in the near future to return.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, adventure seekers, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Peaceful Refuge
Guest: LAVacationers
(Wisconsin)
Date of Stay: 11/20/10
Review Submitted: 11/30/10
It takes only a couple of traffic-free minutes to get from the airport to this wonderful house, and yet, when you are in the house, you have no sense that the airport is right next door. It truly is peaceful and zen-like. The house and courtyard are eminently soothing and it's wonderful to return to such peace after buzzing round LA and its environs and jump in the hot tub and just relax. The house is certainly the most well-appointed and most well-organised of any rental house I've ever rented. We made a full Thanksgiving meal there and the only item we had to go out and buy was a turkey baster! I wish more rental houses had the amenities of the Zen Home; it really feels like vacation staying in a house run by someone who has thought of EVERYTHING!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers.
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