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The California Mission

Vacation home with kitchen, near Aquarium of the Pacific

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Exterior
Exterior
Living Room
Living Room
Living Room

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Long Beach, CA
  • Place, 4th Street Retro Row
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Long Beach Convention and Entertainment Center
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Aquarium of the Pacific
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Long Beach, CA (LGB-Long Beach Municipal)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Living Room

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

The California Mission

One of Long Beach's iconic properties has been brought to vrbo to share in the beauty of the Esser House!

Long Beach Historic Landmark:
This Home is a fine example of Spanish Colonial Revival architecture, it was completed in 1929 just prior to the Great Depression. The architecture evokes the romance of the Mediterranean and of Spanish California during the housing boom of the prosperous 1920's. Please note this is an historic building and much we tak great pride in maintaining the original character of the home!

An oasis in a vibrant city with a spacious layout and incredible privacy.

PHOTOSHOOTS AND FILMING REQUESTS please contact the hosts.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor Space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 3-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove leftover food and drinks and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Quiet hours 9pm-8:30am Noise to a minimum after 9pm No smoking inside home.
If you open it, close it If you borrow it, return it If you use it, take care of it If you make a mess, clean it up If you move it, put it back
Street sweeping is on Monday morning (so please ensure your car is not parked in the assigned spot that day)

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit
Property Registration Number NRP22-00778
Property # 2244452

About the neighborhood

Long Beach

Located near the beach, this vacation home is in Alamitos Beach, a neighborhood in Long Beach. Long Beach Cruise Terminal and Port of Long Beach are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Aquarium of the Pacific and RMS Queen Mary. Check out an event or a game at Long Beach Convention and Entertainment Center, and consider making time for Knott's Berry Farm, a top attraction not to be missed. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and water skiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and hiking.
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Long Beach, CA

What's nearby

  • City Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • 4th Street Retro Row - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Long Beach Convention and Entertainment Center - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • The Pike Outlets - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Aquarium of the Pacific - 4 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • 1st Street Station - 12 min walk
  • Commerce Station - 24 min drive
  • Long Beach Municipal Airport (LGB) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Gaucho Cafe - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Broadway Cocktail Lounge - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Sweet Water Saloon - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Gaucho Beach - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪EggBred Long Beach - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The California Mission pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The California Mission?

As of Dec 25, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The California Mission on Jan 5, 2026 start from $454.25, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The California Mission?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The California Mission?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The California Mission located?

Located in Alamitos Beach, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of City Beach, Long Beach Convention and Entertainment Center, and Aquarium of the Pacific. Long Beach Cruise Terminal and RMS Queen Mary are also within 3 mi (5 km). 1st Street Station is 12 minutes by foot and Downtown Long Beach Station is 15 minutes.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 53 out of 69 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 69 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 69 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 69 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 69 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ciarra V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place was spacious for our large family and checking in was super easy
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Kelly R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Easy check in and check out
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yasko E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, lovely and spacious townhouse with reserved parking spot. Comfortable beds and modernized bathrooms. Washer dryer was nice to have. We used the private courtyard dining area for all our meals, lovely. No dishwasher and light kitchen equipment but we brought enough stuff to easily have a thanksgiving feast for 6. Great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overall, offers lots of space for everyone to have their own room, eat and play games together at the table, and relax in the living room. We also enjoyed being close to many attractions including the aquarium, whale watching tours, shoreline village, Queen Mary and USS Iowa, short walk to the beach, and much more.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful location and the house was very clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Sandy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
No coffee but otherwise ok
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our 2 most important criteria are comfy beds and cleanliness! 5 stars for both!! This was a great place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica F.

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

Loved this place!!

Perfect place for a group. Walking distance to a ton of fun stuff to do and close to Marina Green Park. We will def be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura S.

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

Overnight stay - close proximity for the cruise port

The host was extremely responsive, friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa H.

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

Long Beach PreCruise VRBO

This was a quaint historic property in great condition. Very clean and the flexible with check in. The location was walking distance to a Mexican restaurant and a short walk to the beach. It was a great overnight before getting to our cruise.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

SavannahJan_

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

Great Location!!

Very quaint and charming home. Great location close to the beach, activities, and restaurants! The only con is that parking is EXTREMELY limited, especially at night. There is one parking spot for the unit, the rest is first come, first serve street parking and I circled for about 30 mins at night before getting lucky with someone pulling out of a spot finally.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yahaira L.

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

Our family

We felt so comfortable and everything was so clean and neat my kids loved it thank you
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle S.

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

Loved our stay!

Perfect location, loved the house!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bill W.

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

Long Beach

Good location a few blocks from the beach
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paula T.

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

Happy Times

Great location and friendly neighborhood! The house is cozy and a great escape.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeremias G.

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

Awesome

The house was a pleasure
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amber S.

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

Thank you!

Beautiful place with plenty of room
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ysa B.

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

Long Beach

Wonderful property. Comfortable for all. Only suggestion would be adding dish towels for the dishes and more silverware. Would definitely stay again and recommend to a friend!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marcedez P.

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

Nice place with great location

The place was perfect for what we needed and the location was great. Close to the beach!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

mark g.

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

Waves

Great location, roomy
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

beth s.

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

Great walkable location to the convention center

Great place to stay for a group of friends who are coworkers. Lots of space, comfortable beds. Charming house.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jose A.

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

Perfect Location

The property is located within 10 mins of great restaurants and bars and it comes with its own parking spot. We were there for a work conference at the Convention Center which was a short walk from the house. Check in was easy and check out was even easier.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marti S.

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

Convenient Location

We enjoyed the charm of this historic home. Beds were comfortable and we walked to the convention center, beach and some delicious restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Crystal de

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Felt like home
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth M.

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

SoCal trip

Beautiful home and perfect location!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by Aaron

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What makes this property unique

The townhome is large -- approximately 1,600 +/- sft -- and offers the complete package for those who appreciate Mediterranean architecture. It also offers a spacious living room and dining room that open up to a private courtyard patio with private outdoor dining (seating) and umbrella.

This home sits at the edge of Alamitos Beach, Shoreline Village, and Downtown. A perfect location for anyone wanting to get to the many shops on 2nd St, the Aquarium, the Convention Center, the restaurants on Pine, or the shops at Retro Row!

Languages:

English, Spanish

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