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Topanga Japanese Tea House + Private Creek + Mountain Trails.

Cabin in Topanga with kitchenette and patio

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Exterior
Living area
Interior
Room
Property grounds

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
  • Mountain view

Explore the area

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  • Place, Topanga State Park
  • Place, Santa Monica Beach
  • Place, Candy Cane Lane
  • Airport, Los Angeles, CA (LAX-Los Angeles Intl.)

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchenette
Dining area

About this property

Topanga Japanese Tea House + Private Creek + Mountain Trails.

This incredible two story cabin in the heart of Topanga is for nature lovers. It has a lovely outside covered deck which feels like you are floating in an oak forest. You are fully immersed in nature in this unique home, but with all modern amenities. Enjoy the creek below and hiking trails throughout the property.

This charming wooden cottage with a lovely outside covered deck feels like you are floating in an oak forest. You'd never know you were anywhere near a city. Amenities include: stainless steel sink and counter, refrigerator, butcher block chopping area in the kitchenette as part of an outdoor dining area and an inside living room. The downstairs features a newly installed Brazilian Cumaru hardwood floor which, believe it or not, came from Jennifer Aniston's home! There is a queen size bed downstairs.

Climb up a wooden stair case through a hobbit door to enter in a very large bedroom area with beautiful wooden rafters and a queen size bed. There is plenty of room for additional mattresses. There is a separate detached bathroom with a full bath located outside just below the kitchen steps. You will have high speed wireless internet and a long driveway for parking.

You will be nestled in a 13 acre mountain village with other cottages, forests and mountain views.

Visiting this property is a very unique experience, some describe it as “glamorous camping”. No photoshoots, parties or cats allowed. Please read the full description, disclaimer, and reviews, to make sure this is what you are looking for.

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DISCLAIMER: This is quite different from staying in an ordinary hotel. We are really in NATURE here - these are older cottages hand-built by artists in the forest. They are very rustic! It's like living in a mountain village, with other cottages nearby. While we work very hard to keep our places pristine and spotless - if anyone in your party will faint if they see a bug or lizard or little frog inside - then this probably isn't the place for you. Please be very careful booking cottages for someone else - like your parents just arriving from another continent - they might prefer something more conventional.

Some folks describe our places as a luxurious form of camping. We make our cottages very comfortable - they have all the basics - electricity - wifi - most have kitchens, bath or shower and comfy clean beds. But they are not like a hotel with perfect walls and a sterile atmosphere. Please look at all the pictures and read all the reviews. We can't offer refunds just because we don't meet the standards of a normal hotel. Most people are charmed by this idyllic and bohemian lifestyle - but it's not for everyone.

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FILM AND PHOTOS SHOOTS: This is an amazing property for photography, and film, with 13 acres of rustic cottages, oak forests and sculpted streams.

Please note we have special rates for filming, in addition to the normal rental charges. Commercial OR student filming is not permitted without permission and fees paid in advance. Professional rates apply to both commercial and student filming. Please let us know ahead of time so we can work out the details.


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Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Mountain view
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
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

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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

Topanga

Located in Topanga, this cabin is in the mountains. Santa Monica Pier and Rodeo Drive are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Santa Monica Beach and Venice Beach. Candy Cane Lane and Annenberg Community Beach House are also worth visiting. Relax and indulge in the area's winery tours, or seek out an adventure with mountain biking, mountain climbing and hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Topanga, CA

What's nearby

  • Topanga State Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Getty Villa - 10 min drive - 12.2 km
  • Santa Monica Beach - 16 min drive - 17.3 km
  • Malibu Lagoon State Beach - 17 min drive - 20.6 km
  • Candy Cane Lane - 18 min drive - 16.3 km

Getting around

  • Van Nuys Station - 30 min drive
  • Van Nuys, CA (VNY) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Smoothie King - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Lois Ewen Scenic Overlook - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Endless Color - ‬19 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Topanga Japanese Tea House + Private Creek + Mountain Trails. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Topanga Japanese Tea House + Private Creek + Mountain Trails. ?

As of 1 November 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Topanga Japanese Tea House + Private Creek + Mountain Trails. on 2 November 2025 start from NZ$279.53, 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.

What time is check-in at Topanga Japanese Tea House + Private Creek + Mountain Trails. ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Topanga Japanese Tea House + Private Creek + Mountain Trails. ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Topanga Japanese Tea House + Private Creek + Mountain Trails. located?

Situated in the mountains, this cabin is within a 5-minute walk of Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area and Topanga State Park. Santa Monica Beach and Topanga State Beach are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

8.8/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.0/10

Eco-friendliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 46 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 46 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 46 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 46 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 46 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Kim H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was great at communicating. The property itself was a little rustic (bathroom was a separate building from the rest of the unit). Overall, great little spot though.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bailey

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful property in a perfect place!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martha A.

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

Spring Break 2025

Everything was as described. It’s a great little place. It was nice to get away from the city for a bit. My teen enjoyed it and my 6 year old loved the second floor and the nature walks and outdoor on the property.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julia A.

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

My favorite bnb

This place is the best, perfect location, great host. thank you for everything!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

EvieandHippie S.

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

Topanga canyon magic

Absolutely charming cabins and super friendly and smooth check in/out process! Can’t wait to return! The hosts were excellent and kept us informed of everything from start to finish!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Star L.

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

Quaint Cabin perfect for relaxing near the city

We loved the quaint little cabin. The weather was perfect, and even though the bathroom wasnt attached, we had no issues with temperature. It was perfect for our two littles!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Logan M.

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

Beautiful forest getaway

Awesome little cabin out in the woods only ten minutes from topanga beach. Great location, clean, and easy to get to. Host was easy to communicate with and provided easy to navigate directions and information.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

kendra a.

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

Beautiful, comfortable and perfectly rustic

We loved our stay in Topanga! The kids loved sleeping in the upstairs room and playing on the swing. I loved waking up to the sounds of birds and roosters outside. The outdoor kitchen was great and had everything we needed! The bathroom is in an outbuilding and was comfortable and easy to access - I took a bath and watched the trees through the skylight. We miss it already!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret Y.

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

Wonderful Wilderness

We loved it & plan on returning for sure. The rustic vibes made it an adventure you cannot find in a hotel. The bathroom being a few steps away from the cabin was UNIQUE & so cool ! Fun in Nature !
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katrin F.

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

Cabin in the wood

We enjoyed our stay very much. This place is highly recommended to everyone who likes to spend much time outdoors in the nature and simultaneously don't want to miss a very comfortable bed, kitchen and fridge, a hot shower and Internet.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joaquin H.

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

Perfect Getaway

Just what we needed for a night away from the city. Running creek nearby, rustic and romantic feel. Highly recommended!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shelby S.

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

Funky, Magical

My partner and I loved our stay here! Very funky, very cool! We prefer off the beaten path and this fit us perfectly! We plan to come back!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Violet T.

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

Sweet, quaint Topanga stay

Our stay was overall great! Easy check-in instructions. Good heaters to keep the space warm. There were some structural things on the property that felt like they could have been easy fixes to make the property a 5-star stay; there was a board on the ramp to the bathroom that you really had to stomp on to get it low enough to be able to open/close the bathroom door. There were some mouse droppings around the kitchen, but we had experience with outdoor kitchens and weren't too bothered by this. Overall a lovely, rustic spot to stay. Not for people who aren't comfortable interacting intimately with the outdoors!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

4/10 Poor

eva k.

Liked: Location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Topanga stay

The property is located in a beautifully wooded area of Topanga with a lovely stream but a few feet away. Upon arrival the cabin has not been cleaned and while the management readily gathered the crew, approximately 2 hours passed between my arrival and move in. The interior of the cabin was quite run down, the owner had to come to plug in an extension cord to run the microwave (more time waiting)—he was very pleased though. I was told that some refund will be made for having been inconvenienced, none came even after I inquired the day after I left. There were other properties on the land that looked more kelt up.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

April N.

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

I have been A vacation host for many years

The main thing that I wish they would’ve told me that Tuna Canyon was one way with the closure I had to spend three hours getting back. I appreciate the place, but it could have used so much more. Being a carpenter for 40 years I would have done much more detail with it, and they would therefore get more money. I’m assuming this is a property that they have owned for many years and get by with this. But I hope in the future they will pay more attention to detail. I spent many years in Topanga in my youth, and I appreciate the hippie vibe so much! But they need to make it more user-friendly for people that are not as rustic as me… make the stairs safe, fix the broken tiles and cracked toilet, very simple things. I’m only saying this to shed light on what they could do. I offered my services, but they said they have a team. I don’t know what that team consist of, but y’all need to get someone else. The setting was beautiful. I could hear the birds, frogs, crickets and river below. I told myself if I were in Mexico surfing this would be the Kush place. Don’t expect people to drive through the road with holes and mud. Very simple just fill it up. Thanks for letting me stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hans d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A few lights were on, so we could find our way into the dark. The receiver route info to the property were perfect. Only complane was the loudnes of the bed in the first floor that sound trought the hole house. Futher everting was as discriped and what we aspect. A plendid experiance into the environment of Topanga Canyon.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

natalie c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really enjoyed our stay here at the Japanese Tea House! We would love to have the opportunity to stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Nicolas B.

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

Merveilleux endroit

Nous avons adoré notre séjour à Topanga. Il faut aimer le cote rustique et nature, c'est un endroit insolite et assez unique, les enfants ont adoré les espaces, les lézards, grenouilles, souris, coyotes... attention pas adapté aux enfants en bas age (sécurité garde corps, acces chambre étage, terrain en pente...). Hote charmant et disponible !
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Megan C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
As advertised and completely met our needs for a long weekend - loved the proximity to hiking and beaches, local eats and festivities in Topanga. The kitchenette on the deck was great for the weather (70s/low80s); owners were responsive with questions and directions were clearly laid out. Recommend takeout from Endless Color; road up to lodging is not paved but easily navigable/good condition. Definitely check out the trails surrounding the property!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

VICKI DOHERTY

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Lovely place and house but stay was slightly spoiled

Lovely wooden house, beautiful area. Only spoiled by the fact we couldn't get in toilet /bathroom for most of our two day stay. The door locked itself and one of the owners promised to get it fixed but didn't. Turned out she wasn't there much and didn't know that by using a coin trick, it could be opened. We obviously didn't know either so we were left without a bathroom. After reaching out again for help, we did get a text off the main owner explaining how to get in, towards the end of our trip, but it was spoiled by this, sadly
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea B.

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

Very beautiful

Wonderful stay, the are was breathtaking, the place was beautiful, everything was easy. Will come back next year !
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Scarlett C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Good stay

Good stay for low price
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle A.

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

Topanga

I had a great stay! The cabin was in a peaceful location and the inside was beautiful. There was lots of helpful information about local things to visit and do and I had a very restful time.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

Sachin C.

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

The worse experience!

The upstairs room was smelling so bad. The area outside the bathroom was stinking. The heater wasn’t working. We immediately left the cabin. Please do not book here. Not worth a penny
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Emily S.

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

Nature Getaway

This cabin was perfect for camping and nature lovers.Rustic but warm and cozy. The property is amazing! Had so much fun exploring and being offline.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

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