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The California Mission

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Wonderful

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

Dryer
Parking available
Washer
Kitchen
Outdoor space
Free WiFi

Explore the area

Long Beach, CA

Long Beach Convention and Entertainment Center
‪13 min walk‬
Aquarium of the Pacific
‪3 min drive‬
Long Beach Cruise Terminal
‪5 min drive‬
Long Beach, CA (LGB-Long Beach Municipal)
‪10 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.

Property manager

Aaron

Premier Host

Languages

English, Spanish

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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

Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:

Strip any used beds and gather used towels

Remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish

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

On-site 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

About the area

Long Beach

Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Alamitos Beach, a neighbourhood 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 waterskiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and hiking/biking trails.

Long Beach, CA

What's nearby

Long Beach Convention and Entertainment Center - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
Shoreline Village - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
Aquarium of the Pacific - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
Long Beach Cruise Terminal - 5 min drive - 4.1 km
RMS Queen Mary - 6 min drive - 4.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬7 min walk
‪Broadway Cocktail Lounge - ‬5 min walk
‪Padre - ‬8 min walk
‪The Breakfast Bar - ‬5 min walk
‪Super Mex - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The California Mission pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this 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?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The California Mission located?

Located in Alamitos Beach, this holiday home is within 1 mile (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 miles (5 km). 1st Street Station is 12 minutes by foot and Downtown Long Beach Station is 15 minutes.

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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

9.2/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

SavannahJan_

26 May, 2025

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.

4 Mar, 2025

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

Bill W.

3 Jan, 2025

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.

6 Dec, 2024

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

Ysa B.

8 Jan, 2025

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

Jeremias G.

14 Dec, 2024

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

Awesome

The house was a pleasure

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle S.

1 Jan, 2024

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

Amber S.

16 Nov, 2024

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

Jose A.

26 Oct, 2024

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

mark g.

20 Aug, 2024

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

Waves

Great location, roomy

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

beth s.

20 May, 2024

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

Marcedez P.

17 Oct, 2023

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

Crystal de

16 Feb, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication

Felt like home

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marti S.

11 May, 2023

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

Elizabeth M.

19 Jun, 2023

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

SoCal trip

Beautiful home and perfect location!

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert K.

3 Jul, 2023

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

Easy walk to Long Beach Convention Center

All we needed was a place to sleep and gather. Comfy beds, clean as expected.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristen

12 Feb, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication

The house was beautiful and clean. We were able to walk to the Aquarium of the Pacific, in less than 30 minutes. There are some homeless in the area, but felt safe in the day, we didn't really go out at night. There was 1 parking space. During the day parking is easy, but later it gets hard to find a spot. I saw an earlier review that mentioned a shortage of silverware and only 1 dishtowel. There are 6 forks, 1 large spoon, one small spoon and 1 dishtowel and 1 washcloth. There are 3 plastic wine glasses. So, other than being short on some items, it was a very nice stay. There is a Mexican restaraunt a couple blocks away that is good.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

michelle b.

6 Nov, 2023

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

Best place in Long Beach

Gorgeous home. Perfectly located Equipped well. Thank you for the opportunity to Stay in your place

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Christopher D.

26 Apr, 2025

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location, old-house quirks

I rented this property because I wanted to be close to Shoreline Drive. It's a great location - easy to get around by car or on foot.The unit is one of three in the building, which wasn't entirely clear in the listing. The other two units are apartments.The bathrooms and kitchen have been recently renovated and it's clear that the whole house has had a once-over, but it does look, feel, and smell like an old house. Nothing wrong with it - it doesn't smell bad, just to be clear - just old. Light sleepers should be aware that the floors are pretty but very, very creaky. Plan to bring your own toiletries as none were out for us. Parking is a little weird - you park halfway in the driveway, halfway in the street. This means that the longer your car, the more you risk either getting a ticket by blocking the sidewalk or getting hit by a passing car by being too far in the street. Again, not wrong, just weird.If you want an old, big house with a great location, this is a great choice. There are a few details and upgrades that would bring this up to five stars, but it's perfectly good as it is.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

2 Oct, 2023

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

Great house!

Spent 5 days in Long Beach for a family wedding. The house was totally comfortable for the six of us. Check in was seamless, close to the beach and lots of food options nearby. We couldn’t have been happier.

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sally D.

8 Jun, 2024

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

Senior Trip

My daughter and her friends wanted a trip to finish their senior year with a bang. Plus wanted to try adulting! 😂This place was perfect. I got my space, they got theirs. Close to lots of places, very quiet and we all loved the mattresses 😉. Best sleep in a long time. Would highly recommend this place. The owner was very easy to work with. They adults very well.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Jodi T.

8 Jul, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Disliked: Check-in, communication, location

Family Vacation

Rental was as pictured and clean. The check-in process was not met and there was a delay in gaining access to the home.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

6/10 Okay

Tonia A.

31 May, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Disliked: Location

There wasn't no access for a wheelchair

We didn't get stay at the property because one of are party had a power chair and we couldn't get him in the house even with the ramp we brought. So we had to get a motel room. Oh there wasn't no parking spots now that was bad.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Katrina D.

30 May, 2023

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute and roomy

Loved the Spanish/Mexican feel, especially all the nooks and crannies. The rooms are Large. One couch old and uncomfortable.could use a bit more living room seating for 6 adults/teens. Blankets plentiful. Did not appreciate the smell of marijuana near the TV or finding the stash in the armoire below the TV!!! (We left it all there!) Comfortable walk to the Convention Center for volleyball tournament.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

4/10 Poor

KATHLEEN P.

2 Aug, 2023

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

Disliked: Communication

Nice location with some maintenance issues

A good location and interesting older home. However the screens are in poor repair. There is no A/C and a lot of ambient noise. The hot water did not work for over half the stay. It seemed to be our responsibility to keep checking the status of the repairs. We would have appreciated a refund or some compensation for this inconvenience.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Aaron

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!