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MB Gem Lower - Steps To The Beach, Ocean Breeze

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A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and a TV. There is a bed in the background and a plant on the side.
A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, white cabinetry, and a central island.
An aerial view of a coastal residential area with a beach, houses, and a road leading to the beach.
A patio area with a table and chairs, a grill, and a wooden fence.
A two-story house with a white garage door, a balcony on the second floor, and a small American flag on the right side.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Private garden
    A rare find — relax in the peaceful, private garden space.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near El Segundo Beach

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Waterpark access
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Pet-friendly
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Manhattan Beach, CA
  • Place, A Fresh Face Skin Care Clinic
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Manhattan Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, El Segundo Beach
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Los Angeles, CA (LAX-Los Angeles Intl.)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bunk Bed and 2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Manhattan Beach

Located in The Strand, a neighbourhood in Manhattan Beach, this villa is near theme parks and near the beach. Redondo Beach Pier and Santa Monica Pier 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. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at SoFi Stadium or Kia Forum. Windsurfing and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and cycling nearby.
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Manhattan Beach, CA

What's nearby

  • A Fresh Face Skin Care Clinic - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Elegance Boutique Spa - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Manhattan Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • El Segundo Beach - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Manhattan Beach Pier - 3 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Douglas Station - 3 min drive
  • Los Angeles Union Station - 28 min drive
  • Los Angeles Intl. (LAX) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Le Pain Quotidien - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Fishing With Dynamite - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The Hive - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Shade Manhattan Beach - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Fishbar - ‬3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is MB Gem Lower - Steps To The Beach, Ocean Breeze pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at MB Gem Lower - Steps To The Beach, Ocean Breeze?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at MB Gem Lower - Steps To The Beach, Ocean Breeze?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at MB Gem Lower - Steps To The Beach, Ocean Breeze?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is MB Gem Lower - Steps To The Beach, Ocean Breeze located?

Located in The Strand, this villa is within a 15-minute walk of Manhattan Beach and El Segundo Beach. Manhattan Beach Pier and Manhattan Village are also within 2 miles (3 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. 13 out of 19 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 19 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 19 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 19 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Prime location and very cute and cozy rental. Good size patio and game room garage
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, central to everything Manhattan Beach, short walk to beach, restaurants, etc. Also a good home base for LA sightseeing/ beach vacation. Would stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, great rental for a family! Shared space with pool table was fantastic. Great communication - overall a really great rental experience!
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything went very smoothly.The beds were comfortable and the kitchen was well equipped.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
cation is amazing!! We enjoyed being just two blocks away from the strand and beach!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location!

Loved the location! We wanted a place easily accessible to El Segundo and the beach…this was perfect. Very comfortable and had everything we needed. Very convenient having a dedicated parking spot.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place!

We have stayed in many VRBO's in Manhattan Beach over the years. This property is one of the best! It is very well appointed and has everything you need for a comfortable stay. There are two comfortable bedrooms and two baths, which is nice. There is also a parking spot and, unlike other properties we have stayed in, the parking spot is easy to get in and out of. It is close to the beach and very easy to walk to the Strand and restaurants in the area. Highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

LA Visit with Family

Great condo with a perfect location! Good space for our family (2 adults and 2 kids). 5 min walk to the beach. Plenty of restaurants within a 5 minute walking distance as well (pizza, Mexican, sushi, seafood, coffee, breakfast). Short drive to the main part of Manhattan beach with even more options. We’d come back again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We absolutely loved our stay here! The home was so cozy and had everything we needed—it truly felt like a home away from home. The location couldn’t have been more perfect, just a short walk to the beach, great restaurants, and cute coffee shops. Manhattan Beach is such a beautiful area, and staying here made it even more special.What really stood out to us was how kind, friendly, and accommodating the owner was. She went above and beyond to make sure we were comfortable and had everything we needed, and she was always so quick to respond whenever we had a question. Her warmth and attentiveness made the whole experience feel effortless and welcoming.We couldn’t have asked for a better place to stay or a better host. It was a wonderful trip from start to finish, and we’d happily stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

El Porto Peaceful Place

Happy to be the first to review... This place was just what we were looking for - 2br, close to strand/pier and not super expensive. Communication with manager was very good through the app. Check in/out was easy. Rooms were comfortable/clean; there were plenty of space heaters for chilly nights; it's off the main street enough to be quiet. Would definitely rent again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Manhattan Beach Cottage Pros and Cons

Pros: Excellent location, easy parking, x-large washer & dryer in garage, plenty of towels, ample kitchen supplies, plenty of beach toys, pool table in garage.Cons: Dirty floors and some much needed maintenance issues that were reported to the management company.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great beach getaway

We stayed here for a guy’s weekend to celebrate a birthday. The property had plenty of room and was in good condition, as well as recently updated. It was an easy walk to a surf shop for renting boards and wet suits, as well as the beach. Also east walk to get to a market and all the restaurants in Highland. A longer walk but doable to get to the Manhattan Beach pier. I think it was nicer than the photos. The bunk bed had a trundle bed so slept all 4 of us easily. Perfect spot for the weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great location, tight quarters

The location of this property is close to great coffee, food, beach and the airport. Manhattan Beach is such a neat area. The property has all that you would need for a short visit. The laundry was a nice option, although it is located in the garage which the keypad didn't work during our stay. The bathroom attached to the main bedroom is extremely cramped. The outdoor patio doesn't offer much. Communication with the property manager was flawless and she was very responsive. Overall a good experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

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

Family Vacation

The description online stated that the beach was a 4min walk. That 4min walk that was referenced was much longer and hard with children. The lack of AC was expected but was hard due to the house not being breezy. The windows had to be closed when you left and when sleeping at night due to no screens on windows. When you have small children this can be a problem of safety. The sliding glass door leading to the outside space was broken which prevented us from using the space. The house was remodeled and will eventually be a great place to stay if more details are considered for families.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Nice Place But...

The rental overall was mostly fine. However, we were pretty annoyed it was not very clean upon arrival. The floors were filthy, after being there 10 mins all of our feet were black and covered in what I'm guessing was dog hair. I ended up cleaning the floors and tried to vacuum (which seemed broken) but it didn't really make a difference. Several surfaces were not wiped down so we ended up doing additional cleaning when we arrived. This was really frustrating considering we paid a pretty large cleaning fee. We also weren't warned ahead of time that there would be construction going on in the garage right below us for most of the first day we were there. It would have been nice to know that given we have a 4 year old who needed to nap. The property person was responsive and did provide some extra fans since there was only one and we missed the fact that there was no A/C. There were also no screens on the windows either. Besides the cleanliness issue the place was comfortable and had everything we needed including beach toys and boogie boards. It's a great location and very walkable. We would consider staying there again if it was cleaner next time upon arrival and there were screens on the windows.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place was super clean, surprisingly quiet, and WELL located. It is an easy walk to Manhattan Beach strand and all of the great restaurants and shops in that area. The beds were comfortable and we enjoyed our stay. We will definitely consider staying here again - just not again during a heat wave!The only disappointment was that we had overlooked in the description that only the smallest room with single bunk beds in it was air-conditioned. Normally, this would be no issue as the beach cities rarely have or need AC as the ocean breeze is perfect for cooling in the evening. However, August was extremely HOT and HUMID this year and we specifically searched for places with AC. The one window unit in that bedroom was not adequate for cooling the rest of the place, even with internal doors open and fans running throughout. The host was extremely responsive, helpful and worked with us to remedy the situation as best as it could be.Again - I would definitely rent again as everything else was perfect! Just maybe not in August during a record El Nino year!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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