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The Vista Malibu Mountaintop Retreat Villa & Garden

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Property grounds
Living Room
Living area
Living area

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 9223.0 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Malibu, CA
  • Place, Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Malibu Creek State Park
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Monica Beach
    ‪35 min drive‬
  • Airport, Los Angeles, CA (LAX-Los Angeles Intl.)
    ‪67 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Common area 1

1 Double Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

The Vista Malibu Mountaintop Retreat Villa & Garden

Malibu mountain top views and large private back yard! Luxuriate in the Jacuzzi bath with steam shower in the master bathroom of this refined house. It’s light and airy with dramatic high ceilings, large windows, French doors, hardwood floors and an open kitchen. Enjoy stunning mountain views from large decks & our garden sanctuary. The house is 2400 square feet, which is one of the largest in the neighborhood. ALL GREEN & ORGANIC non-toxic cleaning products, toiletries, coffee/tea station, USB charges & make-up cloths just for YOU! No parties. Please read House Rules before booking.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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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:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please do your dishes but you can leave the sheets on the bed for the cleaners.
Take trash out to trash bins located by the mailbox.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
The mountains of Malibu are home to critters such as but not limited to deer, squirrels, rodents, insects, reptiles, etc. NO refunds for the above.
Quiet hours are 9PM-8AM. Please hang inside during these hours to avoid noise echoing in the mountains.
Please keep shoes off inside. No renters under 25. No parties, events or gatherings. No pets. NO LOUD MUSIC. No more than 6 cars.

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 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 deadlock

About the area

Malibu

Located in Malibu, this holiday home is in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area and Malibu Creek State Park, while Getty Villa and The Canyon Club are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Firestone Fieldhouse or Ralphs-Straus Tennis Center. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and hiking.
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Malibu, CA

What's nearby

  • Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Malibu Creek State Park - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Santa Monica Beach - 35 min drive - 33.2 km
  • Santa Monica Pier - 41 min drive - 36.9 km
  • Venice Beach - 45 min drive - 39.4 km

Getting around

  • Chatsworth Station - 44 min drive
  • Van Nuys, CA (VNY) - 67 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Alfred Coffee - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Paradise Cove Beach Cafe - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Pura Vida Miami - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Zinqué - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Vista Malibu Mountaintop Retreat Villa & Garden pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Vista Malibu Mountaintop Retreat Villa & Garden?

As of 1 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Vista Malibu Mountaintop Retreat Villa & Garden on 22 May 2026 start from NZ$1,014, 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 The Vista Malibu Mountaintop Retreat Villa & Garden?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Vista Malibu Mountaintop Retreat Villa & Garden?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Vista Malibu Mountaintop Retreat Villa & Garden?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Vista Malibu Mountaintop Retreat Villa & Garden located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area and Malibu Creek State Park. Kaslow Nature Preserve and Corral State Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 15 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 15 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 15 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eddie F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was so gracious they really made our trip feel special with easy communication and understanding. Check-in & Check-out were very easy and not stress inducing!! We had a lovely 3 day trip and enjoyed the many amenities they had to offer!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica K.

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

Lovely stay for a wedding

We (three couples) stayed here for a wedding in Malibu. Beautiful location. Perfect having three bedrooms and three baths so everyone had space to get ready!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy H.

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

Beautiful house

Lots of room and well stocked kitchen.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christi T.

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

Great home

Great house!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeremiah M.

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

Beautiful location

The home and property are beautiful. We really enjoyed the back yard.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tobias W.

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

Great family time

Enough space for a wonderful family weekend. We will come back .
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Terri S.

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

Mountain home!

Danielle was amazing. First time we ever stayed/booked a VRBO and she made it such an easy experience, always quick to respond and answer all of my questions. Beautiful view from the house. Spacious living quarters.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tyler K.

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

Beautiful property. Clear communication. Highly recommend.

We stayed here for 4 nights at the end of January. The house, deck, and garden are beautiful. Communication with Danelle before, during, and after our stay was easy and she was very helpful. Our group hiked trails nearby and hung out at the house. It had everything we needed. Everyone in the group was very happy. I would highly recommend booking this property.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Samir S.

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

A beautiful home in an amazing location

Excellent property. Lots of light, high ceilings, clean, beautiful views, huge deck in the back. Drive up to the home from the coast is through the canyon and although steep is very scenic. The host always responded within an hour and was very friendly. We really enjoyed our stay even though it rained most of the time (a historic storm in CA).
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Lisa F.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Lookout Rd Malibu

Overall the property was great! Location was wonderful and outdoor spaces really nice. I feel that the listing was a bit of a stretch in terms of being able to sleep 9 comfortably, but the 3 bedrooms and beds were lovely, especially the master. It lost a star for me because the house could use a deep clean-ceiling fans, carpets, some bathroom areas… Garage access was awesome, and the house was bright and open. Good choice for time in Malibu and easy access to surrounding area!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian B.

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

Beautiful View

Felt like we were in tropical mountains. Large house with 3 bedrooms and 3 total beds. Wonderful back deck for meals or just hanging out. Only caution is that it is a very steep drive with drop offs and no guardrails at times. If this bothers you then it may be a nerve racking drive. If it doesn't, then you will be rewarded with a wonderful stay and the amazing views.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erdem S.

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

Very clean and beautiful house, the neigbourhood is very sensitive to noises

We were a group of people who saw each other after a long time and we were loud. And the neighbors were not happy about us. We got kicked out. But over all it was a beautiful house. Host was very nice and responsive.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah E.

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

Can't beat the view!

This was a lovely property in the hills of Malibu, where we were attending a wedding. The house was perfect for our needs, well stocked, with great communication from the owner. You really can't beat the view (from the top!), and the property has beautiful gardens to boot. The tricky part is getting up to house - coming from the flat midwest, the road up to the house is steep and windy, which was an adventure in itself. I appreciated the notice from the owner that rideshares can be hard to come by, so we rented cars and scaled it ourselves. Location was great as well - low key, and close to some lovely restaurants along the coastline.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Jeanette J.

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

Misleading listing / very disappointing

Was very excited to stay here . If you have a small group it could be ok but the listing is very misleading. It is made to believe there were enough beds for 8 but didnt mention that included the couch and a deflating air mattress we had to reach out to the host after the fact for, to find. The mattress was also deflated and there were not enough blankets . We also had to ask for towels and soap. They gave us code for maids closet to get towels which were very tathered to use for our showers. We were originally told that early check in was possible then it came with a 150 fee later. I was also. Charged a 206 service charge later noone can explain? After checkout we were blamed for breaking the garage door. We didnt even use the garage. And for leaving trash. Where to place trash was unclear in the directions so we neatly placed them by bins . We also were shamed for “using too many towels” (?) . The down stairs linens smelt like pee and were damp and they continued to dismiss our concern for that. I am completely upset at how they have handled this. We even did dishes and started laundry before leaving. To place blame on a guest who was mislead and didnt have proper amenities is so unprofessional .
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Craig P.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

About the host

Hosted by Danielle Ryans

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I have been a super-host every single year since 2017. My goal is to make your stay as magical and seamless as possible. Coming from a background of "customer service", I promise to go above and beyond to make sure your stay is 5 star!

Why they chose this property

Our backyard is one of the most special perks of this property. We have had several people get married in our back yard because they fell in love with the quaint garden vibe sitting in the Malibu Mountains. (Please ask permission in order to host an event, since we do have limitations) Eat lemons, limes and other fruit fresh from the garden!

What makes this property unique

Our home is located near two of the most famous hikes in Malibu- The Solstice Trail and Backbone Trail. Enjoy Malibu ocean views for miles in the untouched wilderness. We are also 3 miles from the beach and within 12 minutes of all major shopping/grocery stores. Our mountain is famously known because many car commercials have been shot on our road up to the house.

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