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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 3
Popular amenities
Dog-friendly
Kitchen
Air-conditioning
Firepit
Deck or patio
Free Wi-Fi
Explore the area
Los Angeles, CA
Walk Streets
Place, Walk Streets
12 min walk
Abbot Kinney Boulevard
Place, Abbot Kinney Boulevard
12 min walk
Marina Beach
Place, Marina Beach
5 min drive
Los Angeles, CA (LAX-Los Angeles Intl.)
Airport, Los Angeles, CA (LAX-Los Angeles Intl.)
18 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 3)
Guest room
1 Double Futon
Master bedroom
1 Queen Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Sleek, recently renovated mid-century modern house in Venice/Mar Vista
Step back in time Mad Men-style in this sleek, recently renovated mid-century modern house in Venice/Mar Vista. Tastefully decorated with period-specific furniture and antiques as well as rare, original music and film memorabilia, this unique home is like a living museum of 20th century pop culture. Property is two miles to the beach.
Hardwood floors, new casement windows, long, galley-style kitchen. Queen bed in the master bedroom and daybed in the guest room. Recently remodeled bathroom with beautiful glass tile, spa tub, rain shower, and vanity with double sink. Backyard features an outdoor deck, tea table, a cactus garden, and a fire pit.
Get in touch with your inner Danny and Sandy as you walk by world-famous Venice High School where they filmed the movie, "Grease", a mere half block away. A stone's throw from everything - the trendy restaurants and shops on Abbott Kinney, the beach, even Costco!
Feel free to contact me with any questions about this amazing space or for any suggestions about the local area!!!
NOTE: WHILE CLEAN, WELL-BEHAVED PETS ARE WELCOME WITH A PET FEE, WE MUST BE NOTIFIED IN ADVANCE.
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The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Detached unit on property where owner resides. Backyard is shared space. A copy of guest's photo ID must be provided prior to booking.
Nest security camera outside the home and surveillance camera in the backyard. Alarm must always be set when leaving the home.
Any evidence of smoking or of pet droppings anywhere on the property will result in an automatic $200 fine.
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
About the area
Los Angeles
Located in Culver - West, a neighbourhood in Los Angeles, this holiday home is near theme parks and by the sea. Kia Forum and Getty Center are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel and Griffith Observatory. Check out an event or a game at SoFi Stadium, and consider making time for Universal Studios Hollywood, a top attraction not to be missed. Parasailing and windsurfing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and rock climbing nearby.
Marina del Rey Visitors Center - 6 min drive - 2.3 km
Getting around
Expo/Bundy Station - 6 min drive
Los Angeles Union Station - 18 min drive
Los Angeles Intl. (LAX) - 23 min drive
Restaurants
In-N-Out Burger - 7 min walk
McDonald's - 9 min walk
Chick-fil-A - 10 min walk
Angel City Pizza - 12 min walk
Dunkin' - 5 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Sleek, recently renovated mid-century modern house in Venice/Mar Vista pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).
How much does it cost to stay at Sleek, recently renovated mid-century modern house in Venice/Mar Vista?
As of 7 May, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sleek, recently renovated mid-century modern house in Venice/Mar Vista on 22 Aug, 2026 start from S$213, 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 Sleek, recently renovated mid-century modern house in Venice/Mar Vista?
This property doesn't offer parking.
What time is check-in at Sleek, recently renovated mid-century modern house in Venice/Mar Vista?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Sleek, recently renovated mid-century modern house in Venice/Mar Vista?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Sleek, recently renovated mid-century modern house in Venice/Mar Vista located?
Located in Culver - West, this holiday home is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Abbot Kinney Boulevard and within 3 miles (5 km) of Venice Beach and Santa Monica Beach. Marina Beach and Venice Beach Boardwalk are also within 2 miles (3 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Incredible find in a spectacular neighborhood! Beautiful renovation, very comfortable space, private backyard garden, and very clean. Ample street parking. 20-30 minute walk to lots of shopping and the beach, but also very close to cool spots on Venice Blvd. Very nice and very responsive owner. Felt like a Venice resident for the week. Highly recommended, will stay here again.
Spencer’s property is immaculate. Very spacious and the second bedroom helpful ! We loved the 60’s memorabilia on display and the artwork is tasteful and pleasing !The kitchen is large and well designed. We’re looking forward to return !
The location is great - convenient but off main roads so it’s not overly busy or crowded. The owner is super responsive and helpful, and the house is well outfitted and a delight to stay in. We enjoyed it very much!
I booked this for my adult daughter visiting from New Mexico, as all our bedrooms are in use right now. She reported that it was clean (she’s a stickler!) and comfortable.
Loved the house, location, & all the amenities. Very easy to communicate with host to answer questions.
Stephanie N.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Becky A.
10 Apr, 2017
Great Property, Great Location
The property was clean and nicely renovated. It was very comfortable with plenty of space -
so much better than a hotel room! The location was in a great trendy neighborhood with lots of good restaurants in a short distance. The owner was very friendly and attentive to any needs that we may have had. I would highly recommend this property.
Becky A.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Mar, 2020
Thank you kindly, Becky. So glad you enjoyed your stay. You're welcome back anytime!
My daughter and I had a great stay at this cute house on Zanja St. Our host Spencer was in contact at the beginning and end of the stay, and made himself available as needed. The house is lovely and clean, providing open space to land at after a day in the city. It felt like a "home away from home", and we would love to return upon future visits to Los Angeles.
We were very impressed by how cozy,clean and comfortable the VRBO unit felt. The only change i would request that the owner replace the day to a queen size bed which would allow 4 people to sleep in the unit.
Angel G.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Myra R.
18 Aug, 2016
Great Location! Private Parking! Spacious! Quiet Neighborhood!
If you are like us that does not like to stay at hotels and want to enjoy the privacy of a spacious home with everything you need at your fingertips, this is a great place to stay. Kitchen had all the amenities, restaurants and shopping all walking distance, very quiet neighborhood and your very own parking space - which was very important for us. Spencer was available 24/7 - ready to help and address your needs. Highly recommended.
Myra R.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2016
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Mar, 2020
It was an absolute pleasure having you, Myra. Thanks for the kind words. Come back soon!
Best thing was the private and attractive backyard and deck, opening from kitchen and master bedroom. The house was comfortable and well-equipped, full of fascinating pictures, books, rock'n'roll memorabilia. The location is good, near shops and buses, good breakfast round the corner at Maxwells. Not too far from trendy Abbot Kinney and the beach; if you're fit you can walk it. Quiet, interesting neighborhood felt safe. We have lived nearby in Sunset Park Santa Monica, driven by Spencer's corner dozens of times - it was such fun to live there briefly. Great place for entertaining local friends and relatives!
Judith B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2016
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Mar, 2020
It was a pleasure to have you guys, Judith. Come back again!
Archival
8/10 Good
JoAnne B.
23 May, 2016
Perfect match for our needs!
We stayed for 2 weeks as we were visiting our daughter who lives and works in the area. We needed a space to accommodate both my husband and myself along our daughter and her pet - as she was having work done at her place. Spencer's home was perfect. It is in a convenient location and easy to walk to shopping and restaurants. The neighborhood is pretty quiet. Spencer was helpful, responsive and very welcoming. The beds were comfortable - even the futon in the second bedroom. The kitchen looks exactly as pictured and it has a lovely back yard.
JoAnne B.
Stayed 16 nights in Apr 2016
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Mar, 2020
Thank you for the kind words, JoAnne. You guys are welcome back anytime!
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Ellen B.
23 Oct, 2017
Beautiful Property
We had a fantastic VRBO experience at this property. The landscaping is gorgeous in the front and back of the house. The home interior is beautiful and we all loved the decor. The house was spotless when we arrived, which is always a big plus. Beyond all that, the instructions for entry were excellent and fool proof, as were the instructions for where stuff (like toilet paper) was stored, or how to operate the dishwasher. Nothing was left to chance. We would stay at this property again in a heartbeat! One thing I'd like to pass on to future renters is you should check out the "26 Beach Restaurant". Fantastic food!
Ellen B.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Mar, 2020
Thanks so much, Ellen. So glad you enjoyed your stay. You're welcome back anytime.
The property is well done overall. It has a vintage movie fan decor. Location is good with tons of restaurants nearby and close to Venice Beach. Walkable neighborhood appears to be very safe.
Note should be made for short people, and people with mobility problems that in order to get into the tub/shower, you have to go over a ledge that is more than 2' above the floor. Also, there is only street parking, 2 hour limit, and one morning a week, you must have your car elsewhere for at least 4 hours. We could not get the TV to work, as you must know how to use Roku.
Ample hot water through a tankless water heater.
Overall a good property for a summer stay.
Lynda A.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Jun, 2024
We are glad guest enjoyed their stay. Just to clarify, there were and are no issues with the Roku system. Perhaps guest didn’t understand how it worked. Anyway, they never reached out to us to ask for assistance which we would have been happy to provide. As noted in the listing, parking is not one of our featured amenities. However, there is plentiful street parking both in front of the home and the neighborhood. In any case, as I say, we are glad guests enjoyed their stay.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Patrick B.
21 Oct, 2017
Great location, fun decor and beautiful kitchen and bath
We had a very nice 3-night stay...house is in a great location, barely two miles from Venice Beach and all it has to offer. The house is set up well for two to four people, I would say. The décor is a lot of fun, with a lot of good-natured kitsch, music memorabilia and classic cinema posters.
The amount of care that went into the kitchen and bath remodels is obvious, with high-quality surfaces, fixtures and appliances that I would be happy to have in my own home. The bedrooms are more ordinary but perfectly serviceable...we didn't come here to hang out in the bedrooms, so to speak, so not a big deal to us.
Backyard and landscaping are very attractive, though we didn't spend much time there. Spencer was in the guest house during our stay, and he was a very friendly and gracious host...our only regret is not getting to meet Mijo, his famous canine sidecar-riding partner! We would definitely stay here again the next time we're in the area, thanks for sharing your house with us!
Patrick B.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Mar, 2020
So glad you enjoyed, Patrick. Was a pleasure hosting you. Come back and I'll set up a private lunch - just you and Mijo. :)
This was the perfect spot for convenience and relaxation while we visited family. The house was clean and we loved the decor. Very big kitchen and nice neighborhood.
Just what my fiance and I needed while we were in the middle of a move. Felt like home while we were between our actual homes.
Josh W.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Rene H.
14 Aug, 2018
Fantastic Stay
We have a Great 12 Day Stay at this wonderfull Place. Thank you Spencer for this nice time, it was our best vacation stay at LA.
Rene H.
Stayed 12 nights in Jul 2018
About the host
Hosted by Spencer Aaronson
I'm a long-time Venice resident. I'm a traveller myself and have been the benificiary of incredible hospitality in the many places I've had the good fortune of visiting, so I'm only too happy to share whatever local wisdom I have with you. In my opinion, the Zanja Shangri-La provides the best of both worlds for the visitor - relative privacy and respite from the hustle and bustle of Venice/Santa Monica proper, but close enough to the beach and all the other fun stuff.
Why they chose this property
A lot to love about this neighborhood. The place is a stone's throw away from everything - the trendy restaurants and shops on Abbott Kinney, pretty Marina Del Rey, hip, historic Venice beach, even Costco! And now there's a lot of activity around neighboring Mar Vista as well. Lots of new restaurants and night spots cropping up on Lincoln and Washington boulevards. You won't be lacking for things to do.
Languages:
English, Spanish
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests