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Location: Hollywood, Los Angeles County & Catalina Island, California, USA (LAX 30 Min. BUR 15 Min.) View Map
Accommodations: House, 4 Bedrooms + Sleeping Porch, 4 Baths (Sleeps 4-6)
Imagine a place that is quiet and peaceful, a place where you can find tranquility and rejuvenation - Welcome to The Naikan House.
The Naikan House is a completely private sanctuary, quietly nestled in the Hollywood Hills. Experience a calming balance incorporating both the beauty of nature with today’s essential conveniences. Naikan presents you with many gifts, including exquisite Japanese gardens, amazing and inspiring views, time and space for both inner reflection and community with friends. With a welcoming spirit and an intuitive energy, Naikan has been home to many artisans, writers, designers, actors and modern-day craftspeople. Perfectly suited to individual reflection or friendly gatherings, the Naikan location is your inviting yet private, flexible, and secure oasis in the sky, away from the busy city life below. Throw the glass doors open to the fresh breezes with total privacy, blurring the lines between indoors and outdoors, thanks to the perfect southern California climate.
The Multi-level Modern Japanese inspired architecture inside and out with wrap around decks - 3 Bed /3 Bath.
Floor to Ceiling window with sliders, hardwood floors, wood burning fireplace, Control 4 System.
Gorgeous Japanese gardens with well established large trees, bamboo and Mondo grass surround the entire property.
Extensive landscape lighting surrounds the property, providing beautiful ambient light during twilight and at night.
Traditional Redwood sunken hot tub deck overlooks the City and Canyon below - Combined Redwood paneled sauna with floor to ceiling tile covered Steam Room.
(2) Outdoor showers.
Sweeping Canyon and City views from Runyon Canyon to the Hollywood Hills, and to the sea.
Panoramic Western facing views to the ocean from inside and outside of the house. Awesome Sunrise and Sunset
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning: Two High Efficient Heating/AC systems automatically control climate to your comfort level.
- Washer: Top of the line, High Efficient, front-loading unit handle all loads with ease, from heavy duty to delicates.
- Dryer: Top of the line, High Efficient, front loading unit with moisture sensor help preserve and protect clothing.
- Linens Provided: All linens are crisp and white, 1,000 threadcount with 100% silk filled comforters and pillows are soft, cuddly and easy to shape. Luxurious thick and thirsty terry towels.
- Garage: Safe and secure attached 1-car garage with plentiful storage
- Off Street Parking: On street parking available.
- Gas Fireplace: Fireplace can be either gas or woodburning.
- Wood Fireplace: Fireplace can be either gas or woodburning. Wood available on request.
- Beds
- King Bed: Top quality California king cloud-like pillow top Japanese platform bed in upstairs master.
- Queen Bed (2) : Heavenly queen pillow top platform bed in downstairs master.
- Twin/Single Bed: Tempurpedic memory foam twin located in downstairs guest apartment.
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV (2) : 42" Flat screen LCD televisions with cable and 5-point home theater surround sound system.
- DVD (2)
- VCR (2)
- Video Library: Over 50 recent DVDs to chose from.
- CD Player (2)
- Stereo System
- Music Library: iPod dock and airTues gives you over 8,000 songs to chose from.
- Jetted Tub in Bath (2) : Two Japanese soaking tubs in the house are unique and very special bathing experience. No jets.
- Private Hot Tub: Japanese redwood Hot Tub, seats 6, with 4 powerful jets, always ready at the perfect temperature.
- Shared Pool: Yamashiro's famous Pagoda Pool is located directly across the street and offers complete access to you and your guests.
- Sauna (2) : Separate, pristine, 6 person Steam Room and 6-person Sauna Room. LED under-bench lighting, sound system, designer finishes, fresh water rinse. Overlooks private gardens.
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen: Full cook's kitchen with stainless steel appliances with pass-through to outdoor garden living room.
- Cooking Utensils Provided: Kitchen comes completely stocked with unique custom dishes.
- Refrigerator: Stainless steel refrigerator with ice and water in the door.
- Dishwasher: Stainless steel and whisper quiet.
- Microwave: Large stainless steel.
- Ice Maker
- Catering Available: Yamashiro Restaurant offers personalized delivery service to your front door, Cal-Asian menu with New World flair. Meals delivered to your home from the famous Celebrity Zone. Enjoy all the benefits of having your very own personal chef preparing gourmet, nutritional balanced meals for you hot and fresh daily.
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill: Large gas grill located on the patio off of the dining room.
- Deck/Patio (7) : Enjoy any of the seven private outdoor decks and patios all with city and garden views. Relax in the outdoor living room with huge covered couches, Japanese garden, water features and so much more.
- Balcony (7) : Overlooking canyon and westerly ocean views. Magnicificant evening sunsets from 3 levels.
- View/Location
- Ocean View: View amazing sunsets over the Pacific Ocean daily.
- Water View: View amazing sunsets over the Pacific Ocean daily.
- Mountain View: In the center of the Hollywood Hills - hilltop views from every room.
- Communications
- Telephone (2) : With basic service.
- WiFi (Wireless Internet): Cable and DSL WiFi throughout the property.
- Other Amenities
- Control 4 Wireless System puts all lighting, music and TV controls at your fingertips, full office suite with copy and printing center. Guest/assistant's apartment with kitchen, full bath and separate entrance.
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Not Suitable for Children
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Tennis
- Theme Park (Amusement Park)
- Zoo/Wildlife Park
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Parasailing
- Jet Skiing
- Swimming
- Snorkeling/Diving
- Surfing
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Antiquing
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Live Theatre
- Museums
- Horseback Riding
- Other Activities
- Legendary Yamashiro Restaurant is just steps away, The Hollywood Bowl and Hollywood Walk of Fame on Hollywood Blvd., trendy restaurants, bars, and nightclubs are all within walking distance. If you enjoy the outdoors, Runyon Canyon offers great hiking, yoga sessions and more.
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
30+ Night Stays .. $330/night (No Tax) 9,900.00 / 1 month
14+ Night Stays .. $435/night (Plus Tax) 6,525.00 / 2 weeks
7+ Night Stays .. $535/night (Plus Tax) 3,745.00 / 1 week
4+ Night Stays .. $700/night (Plus Tax) 2,800.00 / 4 days
No events and or parties at allowed at the Naikan House.
10k Refundable Security Deposit required / One time Cleaning Fee Required $225
Services Available: Spa/massage/yoga, gourmet meal, flowers or Grocery
shopping services at additional cost. Complimentary use of pool at Yamashiro.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Map & Owner's Profile
Experience Tranquility of Naikan House / 5 Star Luxury Plus
Year Purchased: 1920
Why the Owner Chose Hollywood
What is Naikan??? (pronounced nye-kahn) is a Japanese practice that blends meditation and gratitude. Meaning “inner observation”, the focus is on “what is”, rather than “what was” or “what might have been”.
The Unique Benefits at this House
Legendary Yamashiro Restaurant is just steps away with access to their private pool at the Pagoda Bar. The Hollywood Bowl’s summer series box seats and the Hollywood Walk of Fame on Hollywood Blvd.’s trendy restaurants, bars, and nightclubs are all within walking distance. If you enjoy the outdoors, Runyon Canyon offers great hiking, yoga sessions and more.
Walk to the famous Runyon Canyon. Hike the many trails along side many celebrities with their trainers or join the free Yoga Classes at the main park area offered 3 times a day. http://www.modernhike
Hollywood Bowl is within walking distance and offers you amazing entertainment; Seasonal Subscriber box seats are available. http://www.hollywoodbowl.com/index.cfm
This world-famous restaurant offers personalized delivery service, right to your own front door. The delectable menu offers infused classic Asian and Cal-Asian dishes with a New World flavor.
Hollywood Boulevard is home to the famous Hollywood Walk of Fame. http://www.seeing-stars.com/Streets/HollywoodBlvd.shtml
Feels as you can touch the Famous Hollywood sign from your very own hill top
Property Photos
- Welcome - Hollywood, California House with Wrap Around Decks, Japanese Gardens and Hot Tub
- - Hollywood, California House with Wrap Around Decks, Japanese Gardens and Hot Tub
- Out Door Living Area. - Hollywood, California House with Wrap Around Decks, Japanese Gardens and Hot Tub
- Outside Living Room
- Living Room West
- Lower M. Bedroom to Sitting
- Lower M. Bedroom
- Steam and Sana Rooms
- Steam and Sana Rooms
- Back Patio View
- Jacuzzi with Mountin View
- Jacuzzi Vertical
- Back Twilight
Vacation Rentals by Owner Listing #268377
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