A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
Peace of mind included
Guests rate the location highly for safety.
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2
Popular amenities
Hot tub on site
Onsite parking available
Kitchenette
Washing machine
Air-conditioning
Deck or patio
Explore the area
Los Angeles, CA
Walk Streets
Place, Walk Streets
18 min walk
Abbot Kinney Boulevard
Place, Abbot Kinney Boulevard
5 min drive
Penmar Golf Course
Place, Penmar Golf Course
6 min drive
Los Angeles, CA (LAX-Los Angeles Intl.)
Airport, Los Angeles, CA (LAX-Los Angeles Intl.)
17 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 2)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Outdoor shower
Spaces
Deck or patio
Outdoor shower
Kitchenette
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Casita Mar Vista - Private Guest House With Jacuzzi, Spanish Patio & Fountain
Fully self-contained, separate structure, with its own entrance/exit. Our guest house was chosen by National Geographic's Traveler of the Year for his recent stay in Los Angeles. Relatively new to VRBO, we have over 500 5-star reviews on another hosting site. If you are considering staying in Venice, keep in mind that you'll never find a parking space. Located in nearby Mar Vista, less than two miles from world famous Venice Beach and with abundant available street parking. Located less than two miles from world famous Venice Beach, our private guest house is situated at the rear of our property and includes a half bathroom and kitchenette. The shower, which is external and is hot water, is just at the rear of the guest house and next to a Jacuzzi hot tub amidst lush landscaping with a serene zen-like sensibility. Please enjoy our eco-friendly shower gel, shampoo and conditioner that are provided - no need for you to pack these items for your trip. Citrus trees release an intoxicating fragrance several times during the year. French doors at the front of the guest house open to a Spanish-tiled patio and fountain. Guests can enjoy their morning coffee or evening snacks and drinks al fresco seated at the umbrella-ed patio table adjacent to the Spanish fountain. Guests may easily enter and exit the property from a gate at the front of the property. Guests have use of the entire guest house, which is completely detached from the main house. The guest house is nearly 600 square feet and has a combination of hardwood and stone tile flooring. The queen-sized mattress is outfitted with 400 thread count Egyptian cotton linens. Bar stool style counter and eating area are adjacent to the kitchenette which is equipped with a refrigerator, sink, coffee maker, microwave oven, electric tea kettle, available hot plate, plates, bowls, glasses, coffee cups, tea pot, and utensils. The kitchenette is stocked with assortments of tea, coffee, soda and water. The guest house is immaculately kept. Linens, towels, pillows, blankets, shampoos, conditioners, soaps, etc. are provided. High-speed wireless internet is available on the property. A 42' HDTV is available in the guest house, along with dozens of streaming channels via Roku including HBO, Prime Video, Netflix, and more; ; a stereo tuner, Blu-Ray DVD player, compact disk player, and in-ceiling speakers. Plentiful street parking is available with no restrictions. The property is located in a quiet residential neighborhood and is less than a five minute walk to major bus lines to the beach and elsewhere. Nearby destinations include the famed Abbot Kinney Boulevard (named by GQ Magazine as the 'Coolest Block in America') with its eclectic assortment of restaurants, shops and (on certain nights) a vast array of gourmet food trucks; Venice Beach and boardwalk, home of the famed 'Muscle Beach,' food, shopping, and a wide array of interesting characters; the beautiful Venice canals, modeled in the spirit of those of the neighborhood's namesake in Italy; Santa Monica's Main Street, home to a wide array of restaurants and shopping; Santa Monica's Third Street Promenade, home to a wide array of restaurants, shopping, and entertainment; and the famed Santa Monica Pier, home to an amusement park and restaurants and adjacent to the Santa Monica Beach. LAX (Los Angeles International Airport) is 15 minutes to the south. Please note- no smoking inside the property; two person maximum; minimum age 25; no small children; no animals; no guests: please have your LA area friends and relatives meet you elsewhere. Check in is after 3pm the day of your arrival - earlier check-in might be possible depending on that day's schedule. Check out is by 10AM the day of your departure. Please note that gardeners are on the property most Tuesdays,
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The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items, 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.
• No guests – no visitors – please have your Los Angeles area friends or family meet up with you elsewhere.
• No smoking inside the guest house.
• Please respect our belongings. You are free to use items stored anywhere in the kitchen as well as the books that are in the shelves on the desk.
• Please leave the window shades facing the patio down after about 12Noon or so (to help reduce heat, fading inside the guest house
Important information
You need to know
Property Registration Number HSR19-001336
Property # 492189vb
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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Los Angeles
Mar Vista, a neighbourhood in Los Angeles, is home to this cottage. Santa Monica Pier and Venice Beach Boardwalk are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Venice Beach and Santa Monica Beach. Universal Studios Hollywood and California Science Center are not to be missed. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and parasailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and cycling.
Is Casita Mar Vista - Private Guest House With Jacuzzi, Spanish Patio & Fountain pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Casita Mar Vista - Private Guest House With Jacuzzi, Spanish Patio & Fountain?
As of 19 Aug, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Casita Mar Vista - Private Guest House With Jacuzzi, Spanish Patio & Fountain on 4 Nov, 2026 start from S$570, 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 at Casita Mar Vista - Private Guest House With Jacuzzi, Spanish Patio & Fountain?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Casita Mar Vista - Private Guest House With Jacuzzi, Spanish Patio & Fountain?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Casita Mar Vista - Private Guest House With Jacuzzi, Spanish Patio & Fountain?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Casita Mar Vista - Private Guest House With Jacuzzi, Spanish Patio & Fountain located?
Located in Mar Vista, this cottage is within 3 miles (5 km) of Abbot Kinney Boulevard, Venice Beach and Santa Monica Beach. Venice Beach Boardwalk is 2.5 mi (4 km) away.
About the host
Hosted by Bay
Easy going hostess!! Enjoy your stay. I am an experienced traveler who tries to visit a few new places every year. Recent travel has included Peru, Russia, Canada, Mexico, India, Cambodia, Vietnam, Turkey, Argentina, Cuba, the Netherlands, Brazil, South Africa, Zimbabwe, plus numerous places around the United States. As a traveler, I know what I need on the road and try to anticipate the same for my guests.
Why they chose this property
Our guest house was chosen by National Geographic's Traveler of the Year for his recent stay in Los Angeles. We are located in Mar Vista, less than two miles from Venice Beach and in a neighborhood with abundant street parking. Learn more. The guest house is perfectly situated in Mar Vista - Venice Beach close - we hear the fog horns at night and get the ocean cooled air. The property is located in a quiet residential neighborhood and is less than a five minute walk to major bus lines to the beach and elsewhere. Nearby destinations include the famed Abbot Kinney Boulevard (named by GQ Magazine as the 'Coolest Block in America') with its eclectic assortment of restaurants, shops and (on certain nights) a vast array of gourmet food trucks; Venice Beach and boardwalk, home of the famed 'Muscle Beach,' food, shopping, and a wide array of interesting characters; the beautiful Venice canals, modeled in the spirit of those of the neighborhood's namesake in Italy; Santa Monica's Main Street, home to a wide array of restaurants and shopping; Santa Monica's Third Street Promenade, home to a wide array of restaurants, shopping, and entertainment; and the famed Santa Monica Pier, home to an amusement park and restaurants and adjacent to the Santa Monica Beach. LAX (Los Angeles International Airport) is 15 minutes to the south.
What makes this property unique
If you are considering staying in Venice, keep in mind that you'll never find a parking space. Located in nearby Mar Vista, less than two miles from world famous Venice Beach and with abundant available street parking, our private guest house is situated at the rear of our property and includes a half bathroom and kitchenette. An outdoor, hot water shower is just at the rear of the guest house and next to a Jacuzzi hot tub amidst lush landscaping with a serene zen-like sensibility. French doors at the front of the guest house open to a Spanish-tiled patio and fountain. Guests can enjoy their morning coffee or evening snacks and drinks al fresco seated at the umbrella-ed patio table adjacent to the Spanish fountain. Guests may easily enter and exit the property from a gate at the front of the property. The guest house is private and completely detached from the main house.