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The California Mission

Holiday home with kitchen, near Aquarium of the Pacific

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Exterior
Exterior
Living Room
Living Room
Living Room

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Long Beach, CA
  • Place, Long Beach Convention and Entertainment Center
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Aquarium of the Pacific
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Long Beach Cruise Terminal
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Long Beach, CA (LGB-Long Beach Municipal)
    ‪11 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.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
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
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Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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. Knott's Berry Farm and Knott's Soak City Water Park are not to be missed. Kayaking and waterskiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and hiking/biking trails nearby.
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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

  • ‪Gaucho Cafe - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Super Mex - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Kimu Sushi - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪EggBred Long Beach - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Breakfast Bar - ‬5 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.

About the host

Hosted by Aaron

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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!

Languages:

English, Spanish

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