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Casita Mar Vista Private Guest House With Jacuzzi, Spanish Patio & Fountain
Cottage in Los Angeles with kitchenette and patio
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9.0 out of 10
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1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 255 sq m
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Los Angeles, CA
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 2)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Outdoor shower
Spaces
Deck or patio
Outdoor shower
Kitchenette
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Casita Mar Vista Private Guest House With Jacuzzi, Spanish Patio & Fountain
Fully self-contained, separate structure, with its own entrance/exit. Our guest house was chosen by National Geographic's Traveler of the Year for his recent stay in Los Angeles. Relatively new to VRBO, we have over 400 5-star reviews on another hosting site. If you are considering staying in Venice, keep in mind that you'll never find a parking space. Located in nearby Mar Vista, less than two miles from world famous Venice Beach and with abundant available street parking. Located less than two miles from world famous Venice Beach, our private guest house is situated at the rear of our property and includes a half bathroom and kitchenette. The shower, which is external and is hot water, is just at the rear of the guest house and next to a Jacuzzi hot tub amidst lush landscaping with a serene zen-like sensibility. Citrus trees release an intoxicating fragrance several times during the year. French doors at the front of the guest house open to a Spanish-tiled patio and fountain. Guests can enjoy their morning coffee or evening snacks and drinks al fresco seated at the umbrella-ed patio table adjacent to the Spanish fountain. Guests may easily enter and exit the property from a gate at the front of the property. Guests have use of the entire guest house, which is completely detached from the main house. The guest house is nearly 600 square feet and has a combination of hardwood and stone tile flooring. The queen-sized mattress is outfitted with 400 thread count Egyptian cotton linens. Bar stool style counter and eating area are adjacent to the kitchenette which is equipped with a refrigerator, sink, coffee maker, microwave oven, electric tea kettle, available hot plate, plates, bowls, glasses, coffee cups, tea pot, and utensils. The kitchenette is stocked with assortments of tea, coffee, soda and water. The guest house is immaculately kept. Linens, towels, pillows, blankets, shampoos, conditioners, soaps, etc. are provided. High-speed wireless internet is available on the property. A 42' HDTV is available in the guest house, along with dozens of streaming channels via Roku including HBO, Prime Video, Netflix, and more; ; a stereo tuner, Blu-Ray DVD player, compact disk player, and in-ceiling speakers. Plentiful street parking is available with no restrictions. The property is located in a quiet residential neighborhood and is less than a five minute walk to major bus lines to the beach and elsewhere. Nearby destinations include the famed Abbot Kinney Boulevard (named by GQ Magazine as the 'Coolest Block in America') with its eclectic assortment of restaurants, shops and (on certain nights) a vast array of gourmet food trucks; Venice Beach and boardwalk, home of the famed 'Muscle Beach,' food, shopping, and a wide array of interesting characters; the beautiful Venice canals, modeled in the spirit of those of the neighborhood's namesake in Italy; Santa Monica's Main Street, home to a wide array of restaurants and shopping; Santa Monica's Third Street Promenade, home to a wide array of restaurants, shopping, and entertainment; and the famed Santa Monica Pier, home to an amusement park and restaurants and adjacent to the Santa Monica Beach. LAX (Los Angeles International Airport) is 15 minutes to the south. Please note- no smoking inside the property; two person maximum; minimum age 25; no small children; no pets; no guests: please have your LA area friends and relatives meet you elsewhere. Check in is after 2pm the day of your arrival - earlier check-in might be possible depending on that day's schedule. Check out is by 10AM the day of your departure. Please note that gardeners are on the property most Tuesdays, and could be here by mid-morning.
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Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Adults only
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
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 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
Property Registration Number HSR19-001336
We should mention
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Los Angeles
Mar Vista, a neighbourhood in Los Angeles, is home to this cottage. 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 Venice Beach and Santa Monica Beach. Universal Studios Hollywood and Griffith Observatory are not to be missed. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and parasailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and cycling.
Los Angeles, CA
Getting around
Restaurants
- Blueys Mar Vista - 3 min walk
- Starbucks - 12 min walk
- Alana's Coffee Roasters - 10 min walk
- Hokkaido Ramen Santouka - 14 min walk
- Love Coffee Bar - 16 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window9.4/10
Cleanliness
9.4/10
Check-in
8.0/10
Communication
9.2/10
Location
8.8/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
4 September 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
John F.
6 September 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Bungalow
John F.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Sara F.
2 November 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Private garden setting
Sara F.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2019
10/10 Excellent
Anya D.
12 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Retreat in Los Angeles
Anya D.
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
David (Skip) H., Milwaukee, Wisconsin USA
13 May 2019
A quiet and relaxing getaway in LA
David (Skip) H.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019
2/10 Terrible
Pamela T.
21 November 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy
Did not meet expectations
Pamela T.
4/10 Poor
Elliott R.
24 September 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Lots of Rules!
Elliott R.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020
6/10 Okay
Peter H.
3 March 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Communication
lovely but flawed
Peter H.
Stayed 21 nights in Feb 2020
10/10 Excellent
jane b.
21 November 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bay is a welcoming and helpful host! Her guest property is cozy beautifully decorated and comfortabl
jane b.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2019
10/10 Excellent
Sarah B.
23 August 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay!
Sarah B.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019
8/10 Good
Rod S.
29 April 2019
Cozy, convenient, fun
Rod S.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019
10/10 Excellent
John H., Chicago, USA
29 January 2019
Nothing short of wonderful!
John H.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2019
10/10 Excellent
Hilda M.
9 November 2018
Lovely space, quiet and ultra clean. Loved my time here, it was peaceful and conveniently located
Hilda M.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2018
10/10 Excellent
Rick W.
9 October 2018
The property was as described and awesome! Bay was a great host, accommodating & extremely helpful!
Rick W.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2018
10/10 Excellent
Sebastien P.
23 September 2018
Une location formidable
Sebastien P.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018
10/10 Excellent
Michelle D.
20 August 2018
Loved it
Michelle D.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2018
10/10 Excellent
Peter B.
1 August 2018
Great!
Peter B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018
10/10 Excellent
Jodi B.
26 July 2018
Cozy cottage
Jodi B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
10/10 Excellent
Eric D.
28 March 2018
Pleasant stay
Eric D.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2018
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
Melissa E.
9 March 2018
Great little getaway
Melissa E.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
Jim S.
27 December 2017
Very pleasant accommodation, with the outside shower and jacuzzi very workable and efficient
Jim S.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
8/10 Good
Marion P.
27 June 2017
Loved the outdoor shower , hot tub and fruit trees. Once activated the fountain was lovely to hear.
Marion P.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
Carole D.
9 April 2015
One-week stay in LA
Carole D.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
Kelly F.
21 August 2014
3-Day Stay in L.A.
Kelly F.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
Elisia F.
25 February 2014
Amazing accommodations, great location and wonderful host!
Elisia F.
About the host
Hosted by Bay
Easy going hostess!! Enjoy your stay.
I am an experienced traveler who tries to visit a few new places every year. Recent travel has included Peru, Russia, Canada, Mexico, India, Cambodia, Vietnam, Turkey, Argentina, Cuba, the Netherlands, Brazil, South Africa, Zimbabwe, plus numerous places around the United States. As a traveler, I know what I need on the road and try to anticipate the same for my guests.
I am an experienced traveler who tries to visit a few new places every year. Recent travel has included Peru, Russia, Canada, Mexico, India, Cambodia, Vietnam, Turkey, Argentina, Cuba, the Netherlands, Brazil, South Africa, Zimbabwe, plus numerous places around the United States. As a traveler, I know what I need on the road and try to anticipate the same for my guests.
Why they chose this property
Our guest house was chosen by National Geographic's Traveler of the Year for his recent stay in Los Angeles. We are located in Mar Vista, less than two miles from Venice Beach and in a neighborhood with abundant street parking. Learn more. The guest house is perfectly situated in Mar Vista - Venice Beach close - we hear the fog horns at night and get the ocean cooled air. The property is located in a quiet residential neighborhood and is less than a five minute walk to major bus lines to the beach and elsewhere. Nearby destinations include the famed Abbot Kinney Boulevard (named by GQ Magazine as the 'Coolest Block in America') with its eclectic assortment of restaurants, shops and (on certain nights) a vast array of gourmet food trucks; Venice Beach and boardwalk, home of the famed 'Muscle Beach,' food, shopping, and a wide array of interesting characters; the beautiful Venice canals, modeled in the spirit of those of the neighborhood's namesake in Italy; Santa Monica's Main Street, home to a wide array of restaurants and shopping; Santa Monica's Third Street Promenade, home to a wide array of restaurants, shopping, and entertainment; and the famed Santa Monica Pier, home to an amusement park and restaurants and adjacent to the Santa Monica Beach. LAX (Los Angeles International Airport) is 15 minutes to the south.
What makes this property unique
If you are considering staying in Venice, keep in mind that you'll never find a parking space. Located in nearby Mar Vista, less than two miles from world famous Venice Beach and with abundant available street parking, our private guest house is situated at the rear of our property and includes a half bathroom and kitchenette. An outdoor, hot water shower is just at the rear of the guest house and next to a Jacuzzi hot tub amidst lush landscaping with a serene zen-like sensibility. French doors at the front of the guest house open to a Spanish-tiled patio and fountain. Guests can enjoy their morning coffee or evening snacks and drinks al fresco seated at the umbrella-ed patio table adjacent to the Spanish fountain. Guests may easily enter and exit the property from a gate at the front of the property. The guest house is private and completely detached from the main house.
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