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Malibu Luxury Ocean View Retreat

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A spacious room with large windows offering a view of the ocean and hills. There is a sofa, two armchairs, and a small table with decorative items.
A patio with a pool, outdoor seating, and a view of the ocean.
A spacious living room with a large window, a fireplace, and a staircase leading to an upper level.
A modern kitchen with dark wood cabinets, a large island, and a dining area with a table and chairs.
A poolside area with two covered seating areas, lounge chairs, and a swimming pool.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Top-rated comfy beds
    Guests liked the comfy beds here.
  • Outdoor pool
    The outdoor pool is a refreshing retreat under the open sky - a rare gem in this area.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Massages in spa
  • Balcony
  • Hot tub on site
  • Private pool
  • On-site fitness centre
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Malibu, CA
  • Place, Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Monica Beach
    ‪46 min drive‬
  • Place, Venice Beach
    ‪57 min drive‬
  • Airport, Van Nuys, CA (VNY)
    ‪73 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 4

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 5

Soap · Towels provided · Bidet · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden

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About the area

Malibu

Located in Malibu, this holiday home is in a rural area and by the sea. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area and Point Mugu State Park, while Murphy Auto Museum and WWII Aviation Museum are cultural highlights. MB2 Raceway Indoor Go Karting and Hillcrest Center for the Arts are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and cycling.
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Malibu, CA

What's nearby

  • Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Zuma Beach - 15 min drive - 21.3 km
  • Santa Monica Beach - 46 min drive - 60.0 km
  • Santa Monica Pier - 53 min drive - 65.1 km
  • Venice Beach - 57 min drive - 67.3 km

Getting around

  • Oxnard Transit Center - 23 min drive
  • Oxnard, CA (OXR) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Neptune's Net - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Lowercase g's Beachside Cantina - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Enniskillen - Stronghold of Clan Mac Huir - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪panino - ‬36 min drive
  • ‪Minhs Malibu house - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Malibu Luxury Ocean View Retreat have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Malibu Luxury Ocean View Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Malibu Luxury Ocean View Retreat?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Malibu Luxury Ocean View Retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Malibu Luxury Ocean View Retreat?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Malibu Luxury Ocean View Retreat located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area, Point Mugu State Park and Boney Mountain State Wilderness. Boney Mountain and Leo Carrillo State Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 35 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 35 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 35 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 35 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 35 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay and the house was exactly as advertised. It was spotless, comfortable, and had everything we needed. The location was perfect for exploring Malibu, and the views were even better than expected. Communication with the host was easy from start to finish. We'd definitely stay here again.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
the most amazing place ive stayed on earth
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Paradise on the mountain

Perfect place to spend time with our family!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dream vacation

Amazing place looking forward to come again soon! We loved it.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr, 2020
Thanks for the review, you're welcome back any time! Rick
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property is a must see and must stay!! It is beautifully appointed and is in every way perfect! The host was on top of everything and I cannot say enough good things about him. He was very responsive to our questions and super helpful. All was clean and every detail precise and well thought out. We used the beautiful kitchen for cooking and all appliances and cookware were top notch! I also loved how environmentally friendly the house was and how remote it felt, but easily accessible to groceries and such. The hot tub was a great place to watch the sunset. The beds were extremely comfortable and luxurious. The linens for the bathrooms were nice and fresh. We were able to do laundry easily to finish our stay in CA. We will definitely stay again when we visit the Pacific coast.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Exactly what we were looking for!

Our family spent a wonderful 12 days at Deer Creek Ridge. The house has wonderful amenities, pretty much anything you need they have. And the most magnificent sunsets! Keith was super helpful & personable!
Stayed 12 nights in Dec 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Jan, 2021
Thank you Meredith! We enjoyed meeting your lovely family and are happy you enjoyed your holiday stay! You're welcome back any time! Thanks Rick
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Malibu Home

We had a wonderful stay and the home was being advertised. The view was stunning and the everything in the home was top notch. The kitchen was masterfully equipped and we loved cooking in it. Rick is a fantastic host!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Dream wedding

We had a wonderful small family wedding here and everything was perfect. Rick was super attentive and helpful. It is a glorious location to share some magical memories. The attention to detail is amazing it is a little piece of paradise.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect getaway spot

The home and surroundings are beautiful and tranquil -- they totally make you realize your "quiet" neighborhood in the city is MUCH louder than you think! Rick was helpful and super responsive, never seeming annoyed by my endless questions!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Luxury in Malibu

If you are looking for a slice of peace & serenity, away from it all, yet still a luxurious experience.. this is the place for you! Rick's home is absolutely beautiful! Everything from check-in through check-out was easy. A Beautiful home with beautiful views. Just like pictures.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Words can not even describe the beauty of this home & property. It was truly a luxurious experience. The home had everything we needed. The beds were so amazingly comfortable and the showers were refreshing. The pool was great to sit in and feel like you were on top of the world. Had amazing views. At night we were able to gaze all of the stars clearly and were lucky enough to watch the Space X launch, thanks to the owner notifying us. The owner of this property was so incredibly nice and helpful in giving us tips on what to do around the area. Best owners I have ever dealt with on a Vacation rental. This home is a must if you are looking for luxury, fun and ambiance!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beauty

Beautiful dreamy house and views! Felt in haven! Only bad thing was there were some construction happening on main bedroom but i was informed ahead of time
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Jan, 2024
Hi Lorena. I'm sorry if the patch of drywall had a negative affect on your trip. If you remember I told you about that before you booked and also gave you a discount because of it. I don't want other guests to think that there was any sort of work going on during your stay or that you didn't know about the patched drywall in the one room before you booked. That wouldn't be right. Thanks Rick
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spectacular villa in the clouds

The Deer Creek Ridge Villa is a thoughtfully decorated period piece that offers vistas so beautiful, you will be asking yourself why would I even leave to explore Malibu. It is the rare occasion, when the amenities somehow are the feature attraction in a region so beautiful. While, it can easily accommodate many more people, it managed to be very intimate for our family of four. I would strongly recommend this lovely home to anyone looking to visit the very finest at Malibu has to offer. Dr. DSM and family
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Jul, 2023
Thank you for your kind words and for taking such good care of our home. Please come back any time. Warmly Rick
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The Malibu Dream

Its hard to imagine a more elegantly situated, constructed, designed, furnished, beloved home for a personal retreat, and/or to gather, elevate and celebrate a special moment! Truly exquisite details everywhere! Note: It was my first rental that charges per person, either by a nightly or day rate depending on your type of stay (beyond 2 people). With that said, Rick was a very warm, attentive host who promptly responded to any questions or requests as they arose. I would be grateful to return for a future stay; it is a simply magical spot to be savored in the highest!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Un endroit de rêve!

The retreat is better than what the pictures can tell. The view is spectacular. The house is really beautiful. The garden with its plants and flowers is sublime. The pool is a beauty and very deep. The owners were super helpful. The kitchen is well equipped. Cleanliness was perfect...my wife is very critical on the subject. Beds were comfortable. Perfect location for road biking (good luck on the hills), hiking and obviously surfing.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Jul, 2023
Thank you for your kind words. We're happy you enjoyed your stay and would welcome you and your family back any time. Warmly Rick
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

perfect for our offsite meetings

this lovely location and environment was the perfect place to host our offsite quarterly meetings. we enjoyed taking in nature around us and the outside was the perfect space to spread out as we spent time planning and sharing. to top it off Rick was an amazing host! always attentive to our needs, and making sure we were comfortable, and enjoying our time. thank you, Rick!! we will surely seek out this space again when looking for a place to gather. our team is grateful to you!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Aug, 2020
Thanks Lisa for the kind words. We loved having your group here. Such a great collection of people! Come back anytime. Warmly Rick
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A weekend in the clouds

I just returned from the most amazing 3 night stay at Deer Creek Ridge. Rick was an amazingly attentive host and the property was more beautiful than I could have ever expected. Rick greeted us when we arrived and gave us a tour of the entire property and made himself available to answer questions that came up throughout the entire stay. It felt like we were staying at a boutique hotel up in the clouds, surrounded by mountains and beautiful ocean views. Though mosquitos are not typically a problem at the property, they were a bit of an issue when we arrived. Rick was very accommodating and ordered plenty of citronella candles that allowed us to enjoy the pool, outdoor dining, and lounging areas. Besides the small mosquito issue that was resolved, we had the most amazing time. The beds were so comfortable, the area was peaceful and quiet, the host was so accommodating, the house was beautiful, the kitchen was well stocked, and we can't wait to stay again soon! If you're looking for a true getaway, Deer Creek Ridge is the perfect place!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Aug, 2021
Thank you Veronica for your kind words. I'm so glad you enjoyed Deer Creek Ridge and we would welcome you and your friends back any time! Warmly Rick
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A great getaway in a beautiful place

Everything was great! Rick was very responsive and helpful, and most of the questions I had were answered by the check in instructions anyway (my bad for not looking it up diligently enough). The house is very well setup with Alexa and remotes and various smart buttons. The sheer number of the buttons can be a bit overwhelming though, but we managed no problem. The spa was very good - spacious, and an amazing spot for stargazing or watching the sunset. Mosquitoes can bother you in evenings, so just be aware, and bring repellants or antihistamines. The ocean and mountain views from the master bedroom balcony are gorgeous, truly a sight to behold. Close-by dining options are limited, but we were using the grill to cook - its big, uses propane, and surprisingly generates a pretty nice crust on veggies. The house is about an hour drive from Santa Monica/LAX, but the remoteness was one of the primary reasons we picked this in first place. Loved it! Would love to stay there again
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Archival

10/10 Excellent

A once in a lifetime experience

I got the chance to stay at Deer Creek Ridge on October 29th 2017. I proposed to my girlfriend of 5 years and can honestly say that the house and its owners made the entire experience beyond unforgettable. The property is absolutely gorgeous. Standing on its own atop a hill overlooking the ocean, this house is a sight to behold. The architecture is unique and beautiful with a Moroccan/Peruvian feel. The interior is just as immaculate as the outside. Everything is incredibly clean and lavish, yet provides its guests with an unmistakably homely feel. Rick, the owner of the house, made setting up the entire experience very simple. Not only was he fantastic about helping to accommodate all of my needs for the proposal, but he went well over the top and helped with everything even when he didn't need to. I couldn't be more grateful to him and Keith. If I could give more than 5 stars I would. Every aspect of my experience here was so far beyond my expectations (which were already high to being with). Whether you're looking to get away for a relaxing weekend or planning an unforgettable event, Deer Creek Ridge is the venue you should be booking.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Book it. Absolute gem with everything you need and want. The views are to die for and the property is done so well. You feel like you are in a 5 star resort all to yourselves
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

One of the best stays of our lives

The views can’t possibly be beat, Rick is an extremely conscientious host, couldn’t recommend more highly.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Meaningful Retreat

When traveling, We love to meet new people, experience new things, and embark on all sorts of new adventures. After spending our first day on this Malibu property, We knew we had made an excellent decision! Thank you Rick for being a wonderful host and helping us make the most of our very... special... weekend! We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stunning and Luxurious

Amazing property and Rick is a fantastic host. Pictures were beautiful and yet the home exceeded our expectations. Property is meticulously maintained and beautifully done. Grounds and views are gorgeous. Hiking nearby and easy access to beach gave us plenty to keep us busy - not that we ever wanted to leave! Kitchen was very well stocked and high end appliances made it fun to cook and entertain ourselves at home. Perfect getaway weekend!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Aug, 2021
Thank you for the kind words Judith. I'm so glad you and the girls had a fun time. Come back any time! Warmly, Rick
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

PERFECT BLISS

Literally the most beautiful home I’ve ever stayed at ... We didn’t want to leave! Gorgeous in every way. Immaculately maintained by the owners who were super sweet and so communicative and helpful. LOVE. We can’t say enough nice things: wish we could have moved in!!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beyond Expectations

Rick and the property at Deer Creek Ridge were amazing. The house was better than the pictures (brand new kitchen! ... that we used every day) and was immaculate. Outdoor space and view were as good as they get, and Rick was a terrific host. Never any issues, always kind, polite and responsive. Thanks for a great week!
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Apr, 2021
Thank you Brad for the kind words. I'm glad you enjoyed your stay and you're welcome to come back anytime!
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