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L.A. & Pasadena just minutes away!

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A bar area with a counter, bottles of wine, and glasses.
A small house with a yellow facade, a blue door, and the number 418 on the wall.
A bedroom with a wooden bed, a bookshelf, and a window with curtains.
A sidewalk with a no turn sign, a two-hour parking sign, and a man with a cane.
A cozy room with a patterned armchair, a small wooden table, and a wall-mounted heater.

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Balcony or patio
  • Massages in spa

Explore the area

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Sierra Madre, CA
  • Place, Richardson House
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Sierra Madre Dog Park
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Sierra Madre Playhouse
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, Los Angeles, CA (LAX-Los Angeles Intl.)
    ‪66 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

L.A. & Pasadena just minutes away!


Cute, 550 sq ft, recently remodeled cottage in a bucolic, friendly neighborhood near Los Angeles. Perfect for researchers/interns at JPL, CalTech, Huntington Library, City of Hope, Huntington Memorial and Arcadia Methodist hospitals. Bright and airy with natural ventilation, air conditioning and heat. Fully equipped kitchen wifi, all util. included. Full bathroom, washer/drier, plus additional private outdoor shower, fenced fully private garden with patio. On street parking available.

A one step doorway entrance plus security grab bars around bath/shower makes it user friendly for folks physically challenged.

Enjoy dinning in the sun filled outside garden of our little casita surrounded by flowers, lemon, orange and grapefruit trees. All vegetation is programmed for slow drip irrrigation, so no worries there!

Three minute walk to hiking trails, 15 minute walk to downtown Sierra Madre restaurants, shops and public transportation. 45 minute drive to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), Santa Monica Beach, Disneyland or Universal Studios. 20 minute drive to Old Town Pasadena, Gamble House, Norton Simon Art Museum. 10 minute drive to Santa Anita Racetrack.

Minimum thirty night stay. This is within the guidelines of Sierra Madre`s Municipal Housing Code.

Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Flexible check-in available (contact host in advance of arrival)
Flexible check-out available (contact host to arrange)
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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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

Important information

You need to know

Property # 757939
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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the neighborhood

Sierra Madre

Located in Sierra Madre, this cottage is in the city center. Rose Bowl Stadium and Pasadena Playhouse are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include The Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens and Los Angeles County Arboretum & Botanic Garden. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Santa Anita Park or Pico Rivera Sports Arena. Discover the area's water adventures with swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain climbing, hiking/biking trails, and cycling.
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Sierra Madre, CA

What's nearby

  • Richardson House - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Sierra Madre Dog Park - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Sierra Madre Playhouse - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Rose Bowl Stadium - 16 min drive - 14.4 km
  • Dodger Stadium - 36 min drive - 27.4 km

Getting around

  • Allen Station - 9 min drive
  • Glendale Transportation Center - 19 min drive
  • Hollywood Burbank Airport (BUR) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Din Tai Fung - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Kura Revolving Sushi - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪In-N-Out Burger - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Benihana - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is L.A. & Pasadena just minutes away! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at L.A. & Pasadena just minutes away! ?

As of Aug 21, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at L.A. & Pasadena just minutes away! on Aug 22, 2026 start from $108, 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.

Where is L.A. & Pasadena just minutes away! located?

Located in the heart of Sierra Madre, this cottage is 1 mi (1.7 km) from Sierra Madre Playhouse and within 3 mi (5 km) of Angeles National Forest and Los Angeles County Arboretum & Botanic Garden. The Shops at Santa Anita and Bowlero Arcadia are also within 3 mi (5 km).

About the host

Hosted by John McElligott

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The owners are John and Tomiko who love mountain hiking, ocean fishing and travel extensively often for one to three months at a time. John is a retired instuctor in international education and Tomiko is a retired international tour escourt.

Why they chose this property

Tomiko fell in love with this "Hobbit House" with its compact charm, mountain view, hummingbirds and proximity to Los Angeles and Pasadena. Sierra Madre is one of the safest towns in L.A. county. In front of our home we enjoy sighting coyotes, deers, and an occasional bear.

What makes this property unique

This cottage was originally built in 1927 as a weekend mountain cabin and completely renovated in 1997. One can still observe some of the original tiny cabins in the neighborhood. You can walk a few minutes to the historical Mt. Wilson Trail and museum. This hiking path was first cleared by General George Patton`s grandfather, Benjamin Wilson, and later improved by Harvard University for the mule drawn transport of the new observatory telescope to the top.

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