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This home boasts a beautiful light and airy decor with light and pleasing colors throughout. It is completely newly remodeled. There are custom cabinets with quartz counters in kitchen and tiled bathroom with glass shower door. Lovely wood floors throughout the house. The kitchen is fully equipped with everything you need to cook a delicious meal, if you'd like. All new kitchenware, linen and towels. There is a large 48" TV with a blue ray player in main room and a 38" in the bedroom. Cable television with all movie channels is available. The entire property is newly landscaped, boasting gorgeous stone pathways and plentiful new plants. The fully private back yard has a beautiful deck with stone pathway and lots of plants. Enjoy a cup of tea or coffee in the mornings or a glass of wine or cocktail in the evenings on your patio. You will love it here!
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Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
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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
Van Nuys
Lake Balboa, a neighbourhood in Van Nuys, is home to this holiday home. Getty Center and Hollywood Bowl are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Universal CityWalk and Sunset Strip. Candy Cane Lane and Universal Studios Hollywood are not to be missed.
Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much does it cost to stay at Beautiful, Bright & Charming?
As of 9 Apr, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Beautiful, Bright & Charming on 6 Aug, 2026 start from S$206, 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 Beautiful, Bright & Charming?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Beautiful, Bright & Charming?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Beautiful, Bright & Charming?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Beautiful, Bright & Charming located?
Located in Lake Balboa, this holiday home is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Woodley Park and within 6 miles (10 km) of Sherman Oaks Galleria and Van Nuys Sherman Oaks War Memorial Park. Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area and Northridge Hospital Medical Center are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
This cute duplex was perfect for our week trip to Encino. It was a short drive to shops and restaurants. The kitchen was fully equipped for cooking. The house was very clean. The owners were extremely responsive to my requests and to resolve anything that came up. It was also nice to have laundry onsite. I’d highly recommend this house if you are coming to the LA area.
Jessica R.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2019
Verified
8/10 Good
Lynne P.
7 Oct, 2018
Parking situation wasn’t ideal
Home was clean, nice and well outfitted. Owners were very nice.
Lynne P.
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2018
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Luanne F.
26 Aug, 2018
PERFECT!!!!
My daughter & I needed a place to stay for her post surgery recovery. The place was close to her Dr, Surgery center and school. The place was clean, modern and peaceful to recuperate. I needed an extra night stay and owner accommodated me no problem. She even allowed us to bring our 2 tiny chihuahuas to help my daughter with her recovery. The washer and dryer was a god send so we didn't have to pack much for a 9 day stay. It had all the amenities we needed and more. Private parking in the back was great too! I didn't mind the front of the house being on a major street. I can people watch. Close to gas station as we needed tons of ice for my daughter's knee 24/7. Fridge ice maker was also a bonus as we can enjoy extra cold drinks in the hot weather. 5 Stars!!!! Will stay here again.
Luanne F.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2018
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Thomas G.
4 May, 2018
Excellent...!
The property manager, Brenda was as attentive as one could ever hope for. An overall wonderful experience!
Thomas G.
Stayed 29 nights in Apr 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Mar, 2020
Thank you, Tom. You were a wonderful guest. Thank you so much for taking such great care of my home! :)
Verified
8/10 Good
Kevin L.
30 Mar, 2018
Very nice property. Remodeled inside and nice landscaping outside.
Enjoyable stay. Comfortable beds, nice kitchen, good parking and close to several attractions.
Kevin L.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Mar, 2020
Hello Kevin. It was wonderful having you as guests. Thank you for taking such good care of my home. I'm glad you enjoyed the barbecue grill and outdoors and that you found the pillow top beds comfortable. You are welcome back anytime.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Tom R.
19 Mar, 2018
Great place with amazing amenities!
It was one of my best visits to LA. Mostly because of this house!
It was quiet, clean, organized, so comfortable, and the hospitality and welcoming was great.
And on top of all the location is 3 minutes away from the freeway, a big advantage for me.
Thanks Brenda, I’ll definitely c u again.
Tom R.
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Mar, 2020
Thank you, Tom for the great review and I'm very happy to hear you were pleased with your stay in my house. Thank you for taking good care of my home. I'm glad to hear you will be returning as you are welcome back any time.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Alejandra S.
25 Jan, 2018
Beautiful Property
I rented this home to stay with my 14 year old daughter and husband, and I have to say that this is one of the nicest homes I have rented through this site. It was very nicely decorated, had everything we needed and was very well maintained. The beds were very comfortable, and we got a good night's sleep all 5 nights. At night when we came home we enjoyed sitting on the deck out back and looking out at the lovely garden. In the morning when we sat down for breakfast we would look out the window, which is right in front of the dining table and we would see so many butterflies and hummingbirds. I was so surprised to have this experience in a Los Angeles urban neighborhood. The location was great as it was walking distance to the Balboa Lake and easy freeway access for heading out to tour sites. The owner, Brenda, was readily available anytime we needed something. I would definitely rent this home again!
Alejandra S.
About the host
Hosted by Brenda Buonora
I am a mother of 4 wonderful children, 2 girls, ages 20 and 22 and 2 boys, 24 and 36. I am also a grandmother of two. I own and operate 3 child development centers in my community. These centers provide child care services, in addition to early intervention and therapeutic services to children with special needs.
In addition to my career in Education, I have discovered that I have a passion and knack for interior/exterior design. I have a few homes, which I have purchased and renovated and now rent out to others to enjoy. If you click on "All My Listings" below my profile information, you will see my other homes that I have available. I hope you enjoy this bright and charming villa, as much as I do when I stay here.
Why they chose this property
It's gorgeous and private and quite. Has a tranquil and lovely back yard. It's walking distance to stores and a few restaurants and a 10 minute drive to Ventura Boulevard, where you'll find many good restaurants and shops.
What makes this property unique
Less than a mile away from Balboa Lake Park that has walking paths and a lake with ducks. It's 2 minutes to the two main freeways that will get you access to everywhere you want to amusement parks, Hollywood, Venice, Downtown LA, Outlet Malls, etc.