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Large 2 Bedroom House--Heart of Hollywood--Nr Sunset & Vine [#337497] | View Property
Hollywood
House, 2 Bedrooms + Convertible Bed(s), 1 Bath (Sleeps 4-8)
From < $200/nt for long term rental.
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Traveler Reviews (16)
A USC Commencement Operating Base
Guest: Dennis C.
Date of Stay: 05/05/12
Review Submitted: 05/20/12
We were very satisfied with our choice of the Afton house as an operating base for our son's graduation from the School of Architecture at USC. In addition to having good proximity to CA101 and the Metro, it was centrally located for the venues we visited - including a short walk to Groundwerks for coffee in the morning, USC for the Commencement Ceremonies via the Metro Red Line and the new Expo Line, the airport by car via Vine and La Cienega, Dodger stadium via Sunset Boulevard, shopping at Sunset Plaza on Sunset Boulevard, or Malibu via the 101. The Arts and Crafts style interior provided an inspiring venue for accommodating family members, hosting family celebrations and having a barbecue for our son and his friends. The brick patio at the rear of the house is shared with a small apartment adjacent to the garage and comes complete with a barbecue and circular ceramic patio table to which we had priority access. A power gate separates the back yard from the street - making it a secure extension of the interior living space. The kitchen and laundry room, while not up to the same finishing standard as the rest of the house, is well stocked with everything you could possibly need and fully functional. Scott was very helpful in working with us to resolve a few minor maintenance and patio parking issues.
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Perfect
Guest: JanDave
(Sydney Australia)
Date of Stay: 04/15/12
Review Submitted: 04/19/12
We loved our stay here, this gorgeous house is so warm and inviting. It looks great in the photo's, but so much more in real life with lovely decorating and a very pretty garden. Terrific location for sightseeing with so much close by and supermarkets and restaurants a very short walk away. Lovely property, and very thoughtful hosts who really have thought of everything for a great stay. We will be recommending to all of our Australian friends who are heading to the US and we would very happily stay again if we make it back to LA. Highly recommended.
Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.
Home away from home in the heart of Hollywood!
Guest: Caroline R.
(NJ)
Date of Stay: 04/07/12
Review Submitted: 05/17/12
Spent a wonderful eight days here and never wanted our stay to end. This charming and spacious Craftsman-era bungalow has been lovingly restored/maintained by its owners and pride of ownership is evident througout. From the beautiful woodwork and original hardwood floors to the vintage 1920's stove and built-ins, staying here is truly like stepping back into the past -- to the Hollywood of yesteryear where movies were being filmed right on these very streets! The co-owner, Scott, is such a pleasure to deal with - First Class! He is helpful, friendly and treats you like family :) This is my second booking with Scott and I look forward to working with him again in the near future.
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What a great week!
Guest: John W.
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Date of Stay: 03/30/12
Review Submitted: 04/13/12
Our family stayed here for our recent spring break vacation. We were so impressed with everything. Scott was responsive to all of our questions before arriving, the home was in terrific shape, and the location can'y be beaten. We walked to several great eateries, like Go Burger and Dos Burritos for quick meals, and we were able to jump in the car and be at Universal in under 10 minutes. Be sure to grab donuts from the corner for a great morning treat, and shopping for groceries at Trader Joe's. The prices are the same as in the midwest, even when things tend to be more in CA. THis is not the case here, and it is also within easy walking distance. This house is a gem! So much character with all of the built-ins you would expect in a 1920s Craftsman-style home, and it is appointed beautifully by the owners. We also appreciated the modern appliances and abundance of china, glasses, flatware, and kitchen gadgets. We also felt very secure on this quiet street. We will recommend this property and try to stay again ourselves.
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Absolutely darling home, and walking distance to EVERYTHING!
Guest: Elizabeth
(Oakland, CA)
Date of Stay: 03/22/12
Review Submitted: 03/29/12
We were in Hollywood for a reunion that had events all over the area and this house was the PERFECT solution! We were able to walk everywhere and hardly had to use our car at all. The house is a gorgeous craftsman that has been exceptionally preserved by Scott & Hilliard. All the special touches from the great old stove to the beautiful wall sconces to the gas fireplace were greatly appreciated. And it was scrupulously clean and ready for our occupation with a table set with beautiful dishes and everything staged as if it were going to be professionally photographed! And the music was playing softly when we arrived- such a welcoming touch! For the couple of questions that did arise while we were there, Scott was never more than a phone call away and is an incredibly gracious and friendly host. And he'll be happy to help you with suggestions of places to eat, things to visit etc. (Side note - if you like cemeteries, you should absolutely check out the nearby Hollywood Forever cemetery just a few blocks away - Cecil B. DeMille, Tyrone Power, Johnny Ramone, Douglas Fairbanks - you name it!) You'll LOVE this house. Comfy, inviting, pretty quiet (for central Hollywood), a good deal and a wonderful experience all the way around!
Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, girls getaway, tourists without a car, pet owners, sightseeing.
Little Gem
Guest: Anni S.
(Port Melbourne, Australia)
Date of Stay: 02/08/12
Review Submitted: 02/16/12
What a find - everything as described. The music playing when we arrived was a lovely touch. We really loved the house and being so close to Hollywood boulevard was wonderful. We walked all over even managing an early morning walk to the local cemetery. Scott was so helpful and kind - many thanks for your hospitality.
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Wonderful stay in Hollywood
Guest: KevinT
(United States)
Date of Stay: 12/30/11
Review Submitted: 01/03/12
Scott and Hillard were wonderful hosts and the house was a very nice stay for our NYE vacation. Cheers
Recommended for:Tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.
my stay on afton road, hollywood
Guest: tony
(new york)
Date of Stay: 12/18/11
Review Submitted: 12/25/11
Excellent place: clean, carefully decorated, all amenities available, very good location. Owner was pleasant, helpful and a pleasure to deal with.Recommend the property and will most likely use it in the near future.
Recommended for:Age 55+, families with young children, tourists without a car, sightseeing.
Group from North Dakota
Guest: KDoc
(Jamestown, North Dakota)
Date of Stay: 12/04/11
Review Submitted: 01/11/12
What a great house! Impeccably decorated and furnished! LOVE, LOVE, LOVED, our stay here...didn't want to leave! You can't beat the affordability of the house+parking & walking distance to everything in Hollywood! Comfortable beds, family style dining, fireplace (in December), safetly & comfort of a home instead of elevators and keycards at a hotel. Will definitely recommend! And hopefully be back....
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, people with disabilities, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, tourists without a car, pet owners, romantic getaway, sightseeing.
Fantastic
Guest: Nana Wak
(Perth WA)
Date of Stay: 12/02/11
Review Submitted: 12/10/11
We were a party of seven on our first trip to LA. Scott was our knight in shining armour when the accommodation we originally booked was not ready on our arrival. He picked us up with all our luggage and gave us the keys to this amazing house. He was very professional, exceedingly helpful and the house was extremely comfortable and spacious. The listing is accurately described and amenities were more than adequate. Location was ideal with great restaurants, Metro and Hollywood attractions well within walking distance. I would recommend this house to any group travellers. Perth Western Australia
Recommended for:Families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, sightseeing.
Short Stay in Hollywood
Guest: Joann W.
Date of Stay: 11/12/11
Review Submitted: 11/17/11
Hilliard oriented us to this lovely craftsman house conveniently located to the red line and lots of entertainment and food. Everything was done tastefully in the house and the beds were comfortable. We had a good time exploring LA and taking a few of the Conservancy tours. We even had a BBQ one night inviting a friend over to enjoy this with us. Thanks for the great stay! We hope to return again.
Recommended for:Girls getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing.
Brit Abroad
Guest: Rob Roaym
(UK)
Date of Stay: 11/02/11
Review Submitted: 11/05/11
This trip was a work trip but this accommodation made it feel like a holiday!! Pictures are absolutely spot on. Feels like home - but not someone elses! Bed and pillows extremely comfortable - slept soundly. Great situation - safe welcoming and spotless. Scott was professional and approachable but did not need to contact him after initial meeting as everything was in perfect order. Loved it. Had the Best burger with sweet potato fries 2 blocks away at the Bowery...small gastro pub and arc light cinema 5 mins walk - you have to go to the movies - this is Hollywood!
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, girls getaway, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.
Wonderful Weekend!
Guest: Angie and Pete
(Walnut Creek, CA)
Date of Stay: 10/28/11
Review Submitted: 11/04/11
We had a very enjoyable weekend, thanks in great part to the homeowners, who are very informative and accommodating. We arrived to a beautifully set table, ready for a meal. The home has all of the accoutrements necessary for a lovely stay, from the comfortable beds and deep luxury towels to the well appointed kitchen (with high quality dishes, glassware, pots and pans). The craftsman interior is lovely as are the furnishings throughout. The bedrooms are very spacious and the open living area is a plus. The home is very conveniently located, with Trader Joe's and Whole Foods nearby. Griffith Park was an easy drive, and there are numerous restaurants withing walking and short driving distance. We will return!
Recommended for:Age 55+, families with young children, girls getaway, tourists without a car, pet owners, sightseeing.
gorgeus
Guest: halil ibrahim s.
Date of Stay: 09/24/11
Review Submitted: 10/03/11
we stayed for 5 days at this property but i would say that this is gorgeus! if you are 4 or 5 person for accomodition and you love Hollywood Which is only few minutes away from Kodak Theatre, you are going to fall in love to home. each details is considered very carefully and designed by excellent combination. you must be sure that you are going to find most beautiful details more than you see on the pics. so, now i stop saying more things because you should stay here and find them out by yourself. enjoy your every minutes here you are going to Hollywood. greetings from istanbul... halil Sezer
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Fabulous Property - Very Welcoming Owners
Guest: Tim
(Melbourne, Australia)
Date of Stay: 04/20/11
Review Submitted: 06/29/11
As soon as we made and enquiry we treated with great respect and promptness from the owners. This didn’t change through the whole process and out stay was made even more enjoyable through their consideration in how they have set up the property for guests. The home is warm and inviting and has all the modern and traditional conveniences and more. Beautifully furnished and set out for a family we are going to stay again as soon as possible! The location is another thing. This is the place to stay! Walk or catch the bus to everywhere you need to get to and the local shopping is great. See you soon (I hope!) Regards Tim
Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, girls getaway, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.
AWESOME!!
Guest: Shorty
(Fresno, CA)
Date of Stay: 02/01/11
Review Submitted: 02/15/11
I've been here on a number of occasions and it is very pleasant! Clean and well maintained... You won't be sorry.
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, people with disabilities, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, tourists without a car, pet owners, romantic getaway, sightseeing.