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Casita Gundry: Boutique Hideaway, Quaint Historic Charm

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Luxurious linens and comfort.
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Soothe and relax with the soaker tub caddy.
Curb appeal in a tranquil, upscale residential neighborhood. (Front house)
Your private charming quaint kitchen.

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10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen
$255
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Long Beach, CA
  • Place, Memorial Care
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, The Rinks - Lakewood ICE
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Long Beach Memorial Medical Center
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Los Angeles, CA (LAX-Los Angeles Intl.)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bunk Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Outdoor play area
Garden
Price is $255 avg per night

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About the neighborhood

Long Beach

Located in Cal Heights, a neighborhood in Long Beach, this guesthouse is next to a golf course and near the beach. RMS Queen Mary and Medieval Times are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Long Beach Cruise Terminal and World Cruise Center. Aquarium of the Pacific and Knott's Berry Farm are not to be missed. Enjoy the area's slopes with snowboarding and skiing, and don't miss out on the ice skating.
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What's nearby

  • Memorial Care - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • The Rinks - Lakewood ICE - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Lakewood Country Club - 3 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Long Beach Memorial Medical Center - 6 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Lakewood Tennis Center - 7 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

  • Wardlow Station - 3 min drive
  • Commerce Station - 20 min drive
  • Long Beach Municipal Airport (LGB) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Fantastic Burger - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Rad Coffee - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Nonna Mercato - ‬17 min walk

About this property

Casita Gundry: Boutique Hideaway, Quaint Historic Charm

Immerse yourself in a vintage clawfoot tub. Celebrating 100 years of quaint charm, this historic Spanish-revival casita features a private entrance and patio ideal for grilling, al fresco meals, sipping drinks, and relaxing with family or friends. Your tranquil retreat offers today’s luxury in a boutique, restored guest house. Work trip? Family holiday? If you can manage small spaces, Casita Gundry is the perfect, unique, tiny sanctuary for your Southern California escape. No cleaning fee.

Just three miles from the beach and five minutes from Long Beach Airport (LGB), Casita Gundry offers easy highway access and a central location between Los Angeles and Orange County—an ideal home base for exploring all of Southern California, including San Diego. Casita Gundry is part of a tranquil, residential, historic neighborhood in Long Beach with tree-lined streets and loads of charm. Walking distance to great restaurants and shopping in uptown Bixby Knolls/California Heights historic district of Long Beach.

- 15 min. (Beaches, Queen Mary, harbor/cruises, Aquarium of the Pacific, Long Beach Convention Ctr.)
- 30 min. (Disneyland, LAX Airport, hiking, Knott's Berry Farm)
- 45 min. (Universal Studios, Hollywood, Downtown LA, Santa Monica Pier, John Wayne SNA Airport)
- 90 min. (San Diego)

This cozy and remodeled casita offers a private entrance, quaint full kitchenette, and private patio/yard with grill. It features 580 sq. ft of living space, a restored vintage clawfoot soaker tub with shower combo, AC/heat, walk-in closet, private laundry, and streaming televisions with local channels in each bedroom. All three mattresses are very comfortable. Casita Gundry comfortably sleeps 1 to 3 adults, with a maximum occupancy of 5 guests (max occupancy may feel a bit snug.) Up to 2 pets allowed with pre-approval from host. For accurate pricing, please be sure to enter the correct stay dates, number of overnight guests and pets. Contactless check-in and accommodations. Using a virtual key, guests are welcome to self-check-in and access the casita’s smart lock through their own mobile phones. However, guests also have the option to be greeted by a host upon arrival. 2 driveway parking spaces (tandem/uncovered) exclusive to guests. There is no dedicated inside eat-in area. We encourage dining al fresco on the private garden patio. Since neighborhood is residential, there is a 10 pm noise curfew. No smoking inside. No parties. Compliant with enhanced cleaning, disinfecting, and hosting reservation guidelines. Local points of interest and recommendations can be found in the Casita Gundry Home Manual. If any concerns, carefully study floor plan of Casita Gundry provided at time of booking and feel free to reach out to the on-site host (Lars) for local tips/recommendations or with questions.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
One or two pets. Must be pre-approved by host.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Guests wishing to bring a pet must secure pre-approval from host prior to arrival.
For energy efficiency, limit excessive electrical appliance usage.
Noise curfew is 10 pm in our residential neighborhood. (Quiet hours 10 pm to 8 am)

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
Long-term renters welcome
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
Property Registration Number NRP22-01058

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Frequently asked questions

Is Casita Gundry: Boutique Hideaway, Quaint Historic Charm pet-friendly?

Yes, Casita Gundry: Boutique Hideaway, Quaint Historic Charm allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Casita Gundry: Boutique Hideaway, Quaint Historic Charm?

As of Apr 1, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Casita Gundry: Boutique Hideaway, Quaint Historic Charm on Apr 20, 2026 start from $255, 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 Casita Gundry: Boutique Hideaway, Quaint Historic Charm?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Casita Gundry: Boutique Hideaway, Quaint Historic Charm?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Casita Gundry: Boutique Hideaway, Quaint Historic Charm located?

Located in Cal Heights, this golf guesthouse is within 3 mi (5 km) of The Rinks - Lakewood ICE, Long Beach Memorial Medical Center, and Rancho Los Cerritos Historic Area. Long Beach Convention and Entertainment Center and 4th Street Retro Row are also within 6 mi (10 km). Wardlow Station is 30 minutes by foot.

Casita Gundry: Boutique Hideaway, Quaint Historic Charm Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jaime T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property and owners were lovely, and just as advertised. Safe, quiet neighborhood within walking distance of delicious coffee shops and restaurants, a park, and all the amenities anyone might need. It was like a home away from home for our family.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Louis S.

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

Place in Long Beach

We were impressed with the overall cleanliness, comfort, convenience and pet friendliness of our accommodations. We hope to return for another stay in the near future.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ralph J.

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

The Casita in Long Beach

Very nice quaint little house.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emily C.

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

Perfect little Casita!

This was our 2nd year in a row staying at Lars' place and we will absolutely stay again. Everything is so well thought out for our care and comfort. Great location, easy to walk to delicious coffee spots, plus it's less than 5 mins from our family we were there to visit. Thank you for another great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbara B.

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

Great accomadations

Casita Gundry was a great place to regroup and rest after a long day with family . The host, Lars, made our stay so comfortable. Making sure we had everything we needed….right from the beginning!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Samuel K.

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

Hi

Nice nice little place. We had a great stay. I would recommend. Lars was an excellent host.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amber S.

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

Casita Gundry

Loved our experience!! We have no complaints, Kody our Shih Tzu loved it too. We’re from Arizona and can’t be out so long with this heat, definitely will be coming back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vickie C.

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

Perfect Stay

We brought our two little fur babies to take them to the dog beach which was about 15 minutes away. The dogs had a private yard at the casita. Lars had so many amenities for our stay. Lars was always checking with us to see if we needed anything. Wonderful stay would book again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Cute Casita

This was a very cute small home. Lars was so hospitable leaving us with cookies and some delicious baked goods from a local bakery. Home was stocked with everything needed and would definitely stay again on any future trips.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Walter S.

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

Great support by owner

It is a small place, but well supplied, well organized, and in a nice neighborhood. Parking was easy. But the best thing was the service and support provided by the owner, whose house is on the same lot. He helped us at arrival and departure, and was never more than a quick text away.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Miranda S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Casita Gundry is the absolute best home away from home and one of my favorite staycation spots in Southern California. Lars offers so many thoughtful touches to enhance each stay, from local pastries, eggs, and homemade cookies awaiting me at check-in to a spacious bathtub caddy with room for a book and a (provided) scented candle to helpful recommendations of local restaurants and hangouts. The space itself is super cozy, and I love having the private outdoor patio to enjoy. Casita Gundry reminds me of hotel rooms in Japan, where everything has its spot and anything you could need has been considered, whether that's a citronella candle for the outdoor table or creamer for the provided coffee or extra little fold out tables tucked away by the front door. I'll always return whenever I get the chance, don't hesitate to book if you're able!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

karen h.

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

Thanksgiving

Lars made a point of ensuring that our stay was perfect. His communication was prompt and thorough, the check in process was easy, and he left us baked cookies, morning danishes, fruit, eggs, and other treats to make our stay comfortable. He was an attentive and respectful host. I will stay at his place again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JANELLE F.

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

Slice of paradise

Beautiful accommodations. The hosts are extremely kind and thoughtful. The guest house is very comfortable and beautiful. This was exactly what my family needed after a long drive and an all day stay at an amusement park. Very cute and quite neighborhood. Very good experience. I will be back!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Quaint and Cozy with Charm

Our family loved staying here. Lars was such a wonderful host. We were greeted with a personalized welcome sign on the fridge. It was so thoughtful. Lars also left snacks and bottled water for us. The claw foot bathtub was really special. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jodie R.

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

Lovely little casita in Long Beach

We had a lovely stay while on a girls college reunion weekend. Lars is fantastic and includes so many fun extras like freshly baked cookies and Sparkling cider. We absolutely loved the private patio and spent hours out there catching up. Parking is also fantastic. Tons of street parking as well as two dedicated driveway spots. I wish every rental property could be like this!i
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Madeline K L.

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

Lars redefines being a good host!

Lars and his accommodations were amazing! Loved the neighborhood, accessibility, and the charm of Casita Gundry, both inside and outside. His communication beforehand made checking in very smooth, and his preparation with information throughout the home was helpful as well. I absolutely loved the decor and comfort from the bedding to the claw foot tub! Highlight of my stay in Long Beach!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Caleb C.

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

Wonderful stay

My wife, dog, and I enjoyed our stay. Lars was a wonderful host and has carefully and thoughtfully prepared the home to take care of anything we wanted or needed. Provided high quality recommendations of local restaurants and activities. We enjoyed getting some work done in the private backyard and letting our dog run around and nap in the grassy, fully fenced yard. Had a wonderful time and wouldn’t hesitate to stay here again the next time we’re in the area. Thanks to Lars for being such a wonderful host and sharing his home with us.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stacey S.

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

Everything we expected and more...

We had a very pleasant stay. The rental was comfy, clean, adorable and easy to find. Centrally located, so we didn't have to travel far when traveling around Long Beach. Lars provides everything you need: soft towels, wonderful bedding, cookies, coffee, and all other accoutrements needed to make your stay cushy and complete. A definite recommended! Thank you, Lars. :-)
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emily C.

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

Cozy and Comfortable

We had a fantastic stay at Casita Gundry! Check in was so easy and we were exhausted after a late flight in from the east coast. Imagine our delight when we woke up the next morning to eggs and incredible pastries waiting for us in the fridge. It was such a blessing to take breakfast off our plate...or put it on rather. LOL Plus the home was just 3 mins from our family we were there to visit - we will absolutely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris C.

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

Snug Little Getaway

How lovely for our pups to have a yard to run and stretch in that is enclosed and we don't have to worry about them. Casita Gundry is put together brilliantly to accommodate space. There isn't an inch that is wasted. It feels very similar to camping with the trailer that has everything and your dining room being the great outdoors. We will always have a soft spot for our little house in Cal Heights as it gave us shelter from the storm. We see it as sanctuary. The hosts couldn't be more charming. There are many cute restaurants around and it is very freeway friendly. I think you'll love this historical part of Long Beach.
Stayed 15 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Abimael P.

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

Intimate and a Memory Maker

I’ve never had a host as responsive as Lars. Seriously, his responsiveness helped so much in making sure this stay would be as memorable as possible. Casita Gundry was intimate, cozy, and just know it is small, but even with my group pushing the limits of guest size (recommended three but maximum 5), we were able to make it work and enjoy the space entirely. Casita Gundry if anything, is an amazing memory maker, being able to turn a space as intimate as it is, into orbs of light you’ll remember forever. Thank you so much Lars, thank you for the sweet treats given, and for curating such a beautiful and clean space.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Miranda S.

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

Perfectly cozy home with well-thought-through details!

Loved my stay at Casita Gundry! Every detail has been considered, and while the Casita is small, it has everything you could want. A/c worked perfectly. House was immaculately clean. Loved the contactless entry. Coffee pods were provided, and there were plenty of clean, nice dishes. Private back patio was shaded & quiet with citronella candles provided. Bathroom had all the amenities. It reminded me of boutique hotels in Tokyo, where they've mastered the art of offering superb hospitality when space is at a premium- you never feel lacking or like the space is 'tight.' And best of all, Lars left some yummy treats that I munched my way through. Can't recommend enough. Thank you so much for a great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brenda H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property owner Lars & Bonnie go above and beyond to make your stay awesome and have so many great suggestions of places to go and do. We arrived a tad early and they accommodated us with a early check in, very sweet for them to do on the QT. They had left homemade chocolate M&M cookies PLUS doggie treats for our pups. Now, just let the renter beware (Lars had warned us) that the casita was pretty snug for 3 guests that all required a separate bed plus our two dogs. He was absolutely correct. However, we made the best of it and our hosts checked in with us after a couple days to see if we needed anything. They are definitely SUPER HOSTS!! I cannot say enough about how cute and charming, and squeaky clean it was. This little casita sits in the heart of a historic district, so it is lovely to just go on a walk to see the different bungalow's and how through the years the character of each house has developed. The claw footed tub in the bathroom is a real treat. I certainly would recommend this property to anyone. Thanks Lars & Bonnie !!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Edgar G.

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

Excelente

Muy satisfecho y cómodo
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mireya R.

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

Long Beach Casita

We had a great experience staying here with our 2-year old. The host is absolutely amazing
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

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