Location: Los Angeles, Los Angeles County & Catalina Island, California, USA View Map
Accommodations: Apartment, 1 Bedroom + Convertible bed(s), 1 Bath (Sleeps 2-4)
Keywords: Guest House Apartment
Our home is a hidden gem, away from the noises of Hollywood, although centrally located and close to the most visited attractions, restaurants, shopping and night life. We are an easy 12 minute walk to the corner of Hollywood and Highland, home to the Kodack Theatre, the Oscar venue with easy metro access. We are located at 1632 N. Sierra Bonita Avenue which is half way between Fairfax and La Brea Avenue, 3 houses south of Hollywood Blvd.
Beautiful, fully equipped and furnished new guest house (apartment). It is luxurious with hardwood flooring, a queen bedroom/stone/glass/bath/shower/lounge/granite kitchen and all amenities, including internet access and cable television. Our home is immaculately landscaped and appointed. Everyone who visits refers to our place as a resort.
Our private back garden is a lush tropical hideaway from the bustle of Hollywood and all the surrounding attractions. The pool and outdoor dining/lounge patio area surround the guest house and its access.
We welcome your visit and have no doubts that you will be delighted with your choice to stay with us!
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Linens Provided
- Washer
- Dryer
- Off Street Parking
- Beds
- Queen Bed
- Convertible Bed
- Entertainment
- Shared Hot Tub
- Cable/Satellite TV
- Shared Pool
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- View/Location
- Mountain View
- Communications
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Zoo/Wildlife Park
- Restaurants
- Shopping
- Biking
- Live Theatre
- Hiking
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
$150/night .. $950/week + $ 50 cleaning fee (contact us for details)
1 or 2 nights $200/night
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Map & Owner's Profile
Year Purchased: 2005
Why the Owner Chose Los Angeles
This home was purchased not only for its beauty but because it has great guest accommodations and it is centrally located at the base of the Hollywood Hills.
The Unique Benefits at this Apartment
This property is close to the the Hollywood Sign, walking distance to Hollywood & Highland, the Kodack Theatre, the Famous Magic Castle, the Star Walk of Fame, the Sunset Strip with restaurants and lots of shopping, close to Beverly Hills, museums and Movie Studios.
Owner's Map of Los Angeles
I am a passionate, outgoing gentleman who has raised three sons.
I love to entertain people and share my beautiful home.
Ben
Property Photos
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- BACK VIEW OF THE HOUSE - Los Angeles, California Apartment with Internet Access and Pool, walking distance to the Kodack Theatre
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- 1B-SU-OUTSIDE APARTMENT VIEW - Los Angeles, California Apartment with Internet Access and Pool, walking distance to the Kodack Theatre
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- 1B-LIVING ROOM - Los Angeles, California Apartment with Internet Access and Pool, walking distance to the Kodack Theatre
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- 1B-KITCHEN
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- 1B-BEDROOM
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- 1B-BATHROOM
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- SU-BED AREA
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- SU-DESK AREA
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- SU-KITCHEN
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- ST-BED AREA
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- ST-MAIN AREA
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- ST-VIEW FROM BALCONI
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- ST-DECK & REAR VIEW OF HOUSE
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- FRONT VIEW OF THE HOUSE
Traveler Reviews (24)
Great experience
Guest: Marti
(Italy)
Date of Stay: 11/04/11
Review Submitted: 11/14/11
We had a marvellous time at the 1b bedroom. Ben and Javier are incredibly kind and always present in case of need and for a good chat. Wonderful apartment, perfect location and views. Thank you Ben for sharing interests, for helping us with tons of things and for Frank and Bella who are part of the family. :) We wanted to give you 6 stars, but here there's only "excellent" which is not enough. Thank you so much and sorry for the broken wine glass :p martina and davide
Recommended for:Sightseeing, romantic getaway, tourists without a car.
Fantastic stay in a lovely studio
Guest: Mell
(London)
Date of Stay: 09/11/11
Review Submitted: 10/27/11
I stayed with Ben & Javier from Sept 11-14th with my mum in the studio apartment. It was absolutely lovely. They have thought of everything..lovely flat screen TV and a brand new bathroom. The apartment had no kitchen but did have microwave, kettle and lots of cups/plates etc. Ben also recomended lots of good restaraunts which were within a 5 minute walk from the apartment. The location was very convenient for hollywood sightseeing and shopping. Ben and Javier were very welcoming and helpful and i would deffinitely stay there again!
Recommended for:Sightseeing, romantic getaway, tourists without a car, girls getaway, families with teenagers, age 55+.
A GEM IN THE CITY!!
Guest: Jen
(Vancouver, BC)
Date of Stay: 09/17/11
Review Submitted: 10/14/11
We are a family with 2 young children (ages 4 and 2) and we wanted to find a place in LA that was central, safe, and walking distance to many attractions. We did not want to spend our holidays stuck in LA traffic! Ben and Javier's place was a great find! This was our first VRBO experience and we were extremely pleased with our stay. We stayed in the 1 bedroom apartment on the 2nd floor (1 queen bed in the bedroom and 1 sofa bed in the living room). We found the apartment clean and spacious. The kitchen was awesome! It made it very convenient for us to eat in when the kids were tired. This place is better than a hotel (especially if you have children) - full kitchen (with everything that you have at home), free wifi, cable, and lovely swimming pool! The property is surrounded by fabulous restaurants, grocery stores and great shopping. If you have kids, Griffith Park is only a 15 min drive and is not to be missed! Our kids loved the pony rides just as much as Disneyland! Thank you so much Ben and Javier for a wonderful stay. We have been to LA many times and this was the best experience we've ever had. It really makes a difference where you stay.
Recommended for:Sightseeing, romantic getaway, tourists without a car, families with young children, families with teenagers, age 55+.
Excellent stay at a perfect location!
Guest: A.
(Massachusetts)
Date of Stay: 09/02/11
Review Submitted: 10/10/11
My daughter and I stayed at this lovely home from September 2 - 20th of 2011. We loved the location, it was so central between Hollywood Blvd. and Sunset Blvd. There was street parking, a washer and dryer in the home of the owners Ben and Javier. They open the doors of there beautiful home to all who stay, and make you feel very welcomed. The beds were very comfortable, and they have a great shower, and a walk in closet, which was so nice to unpack all the clothing we brought for such a long stay. They have two adorable dogs, that are loves. I felt very safe at this location, I would go back and stay again. Thanks again Ben and Javier for a wonderful experience!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, families with young children, girls getaway, families with teenagers, age 55+.
Exceeded Expectations
Guest: Sharon
(St. Paul, MN)
Date of Stay: 08/24/11
Review Submitted: 09/10/11
Just had a fabulous trip to L.A. with my thirteen year old son and one of the highlights was staying here and getting to know Ben and Javier. I had high expectations based on the photos and reviews and my communications with the hosts, but they were exceeded. Not only were the accommodations extremely comfortable and beautiful, with the lovely landscaping and pool/jacuzzi, but Ben and Javier were extremely hospitable hosts (and this is coming from a southerner, and we take hospitality seriously!) who were very helpful offering suggestions about things to do/see in the area. I'm already planning my next trip to L.A. and looking forward to staying here again.
Recommended for:Sightseeing, romantic getaway, pet owners, girls getaway, families with teenagers, age 55+.
Fabulous Experience!!
Guest: Robin
(Pennsylvania)
Date of Stay: 07/09/11
Review Submitted: 09/05/11
My family and I had the very distinct pleasure of an extended stay with Ben and Javier and would jump at the chance should we return to the LA area. The apartments are comfy, clean and well appointed. The hosts are both thoughtful and accommodating. The location is quite convenient and near to the freeway. And let's not forget about the FAB pool- my family loved it-the backyard feels like a private oasis. A good time was had by all- so relaxing and fun-thanks Ben and Javier!! By the way, their dogs are adorable.....
Recommended for:Sightseeing, romantic getaway, pet owners, tourists without a car, families with young children, adventure seekers, families with teenagers, age 55+.
Truly a great find
Guest: Katie
(Chicago)
Date of Stay: 07/08/11
Review Submitted: 07/13/11
I had the pleasure of staying at Ben and Javier's beautiful home this past weekend. I was traveling with my 21 month old son and they did everything possible to make my stay comfortable and enjoyable. They even invited me down to dinner with their family one evening which was a real treat. I was able to meet Ben's 3 sons (all very adorable by the way) and get to know their very tight knit family. I hated leaving as their home truly is an oasis from the hustle and bustle of the city, but in the heart of the action so you won't miss a beat. I most definitely recommend this place to anyone traveling to the L.A. area and looking for a place with charm, comfort and relaxation. Ben and Javier were superb hosts and I hope I get the pleasure of visiting them again during my next trip to L.A. Thanks so much fellas! And there is an extra bottle of Prosecco in the fridge for you :) Enjoy
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, families with young children, age 55+.
Beautiful setting, perfect location, wonderful hosts!
Guest: ErinAdam
(Ontario, Canada)
Date of Stay: 04/06/11
Review Submitted: 06/15/11
My husband and I stayed at Ben & Javier's place for 5 days in April 2011. We had the Studio Apartment (no kitchen). It was the perfect size for the two of us. Extremely clean and well maintained. The property itself is beautiful as well. Such a pleasure to wake up in the morning and look out over the lush garden and pool area. The location is also amazing. Right off of Sunset Blvd, near Hollywood and Highland, very convenient to go sightseeing in LA. We had a rental car, which I would recommend. We saw the Kodak Theatre, Grauman's Chinese Theatre, Warner Bros Studio, Hollywood Sign, Rodeo Dr, Beverly Hills, Santa Monica Pier, Malibu, Arclight Theatre, and much much more. Ben and Javier are a wealth of information about the area and things to see and do, as well as great restaurants to try. (Cheebo was our personal fave, and it's within walking distance.) This was our first visit to LA and we fell in love. We will be back to stay at Ben and Javier's again in the future, as it was a perfect experience!
Recommended for:Sightseeing, romantic getaway, pet owners, tourists without a car, families with young children, families with teenagers, age 55+.
Fantastic Stay
Guest: Joe
(Minnesota)
Date of Stay: 06/05/11
Review Submitted: 06/15/11
My daughter and i stayed at Bens for 4 nights and it was absolutely perfect! From the time we walked in we felt welcomed and relaxed! The pool, hot tub and room were absolutely delightful! We even made new friends with other guests! Our next visit will absolutely include this property! It very conveniently located and Ben is very knowledgeable about restaurants and things to do!
Recommended for:Sightseeing, romantic getaway, tourists without a car, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Staying at Ben's home is an absolute joy!
Guest: Dana
(Portland, oregon)
Date of Stay: 05/04/11
Review Submitted: 05/20/11
I rented the bottom unit of Ben's guest house from May 4th-13th 2011, and had a wonderful time! My husband stayed with me for the first part and my mom was with with me for the second part (I was in town for some medical treatment). Ben is the kindest person you could ever hope to meet, and he and his sons and aunt made us feel like we were part of the family. His dogs are delightful too! I didn't get to meet Javier because was out of town, but I'm sure he is as wonderful as Ben. The unit is clean, comfortable, nicely-decorated, and well-stocked, and the wi-fi works great. The garden and pool are absolutely beautiful! The neighborhood is beautiful, quiet, and safe, and there is plenty of free street parking. The location is excellent too - it's less than a mile to the Walk of Stars and Grauman-Mann Chinese theater (I recommend that you walk there), and it's less than 5 miles to Universal Studios. There are also numerous grocery stores, drug stores, and restaurants nearby (and Ben wil give you great advice about which restaurants to try). The condo is closer to the Burbank airport than LAX, so you might might want to fly into Burbank. I do recommend that you get a rental car, beause there are so many interesting places to visit! I also had a GPS, which was a lifesaver. Make sure you pay attention to the meter laws in the different parts of town, becuase they differ from place to place and the tickets are steep! I write this review with the fear that Ben's place will become so popular that it won't be available to rent again in the future, but I wanted to be honest about what a wonderful place it is to stay!
Recommended for:Sightseeing, romantic getaway, people with disabilities, tourists without a car, girls getaway, adventure seekers, age 55+.
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