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South Pasadena Cottage Near Metro

Family-friendly cottage in South Pasadena

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Living area
Interior
Interior
Private kitchen
Private kitchen

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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  • Place, Pasadena Convention Center
  • Place, California Institute of Technology
  • Place, Rose Bowl Stadium
  • Airport, Los Angeles, CA (LAX-Los Angeles Intl.)

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Office
Dining area

About this property

South Pasadena Cottage Near Metro

This 1919 cottage is located in the heart of South Pasadena's Mission District, a 2 minute walk to the Metro Station.The neighborhood has been featured in many Hollywood films, TV shows & commercials. We have a "Walkability" score of 93 so you will not need a car to get around. Close to the train which takes you to Downtown LA, Arts District, Chinatown, Old Town Pasadena, Staples Center, etc. Walking distance to restaurants, bars, coffee shops, grocery stores, schools, churches & much more.

We have a crib/playpen/bassinet on site and are happy to provide if requested ahead of time.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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 and cats (limit 3 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 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

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

South Pasadena

Located in South Pasadena, this cottage is near theme parks. Rose Bowl Stadium and Griffith Observatory are notable landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit The Grove and Citadel Outlets. Travelling with kids? Make time for Universal Studios Hollywood, or head to an event or a match at Dodger Stadium. Relax and indulge in the area's health/beauty spas, or seek out an adventure with hiking nearby.
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South Pasadena, CA

What's nearby

  • Pasadena Convention Center - 5 min drive - 4.1 km
  • California Institute of Technology - 6 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Rose Bowl Stadium - 7 min drive - 7.0 km
  • The Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens - 9 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Dodger Stadium - 10 min drive - 11.2 km

Getting around

  • Pasadena Station - 5 min drive
  • South Pasadena Station - 8 min walk
  • Burbank, CA (BUR-Hollywood Burbank) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Rice & Nori - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Panda Express - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Habit Burger Grill - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is South Pasadena Cottage Near Metro pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 3 total).

How much does it cost to stay at South Pasadena Cottage Near Metro?

As of 2 November 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at South Pasadena Cottage Near Metro on 3 November 2025 start from NZ$557.29, 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 South Pasadena Cottage Near Metro?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at South Pasadena Cottage Near Metro?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is South Pasadena Cottage Near Metro located?

This family-friendly South Pasadena cottage is within 3 mi (5 km) of Pasadena Convention Center, Norton Simon Museum and Pasadena City Hall. The Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens and Rose Bowl Stadium are also within 6 miles (10 km). South Pasadena Station is 8 minutes by foot.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 36 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 36 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 36 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 36 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jeff S.

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

Beautiful cottage and courtyard

Beautiful surroundings and cottage! Host was great! Would definitely come back.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff J.

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

Nice place in South Pasadena.

Great location. Nice property. Hosts are very nice to deal with. Would definitely come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pat D.

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

Great neighborhood, friendly vibe

We enjoyed staying in this sweet little bungalow with all the comforts of home from the lovely garden to the well equipped kitchen. The neighborhood had many vintage style bungalows that were well maintained. It was in walking distance (about 7 minutes) to several nice restaurants, the train station and a main super market. Hope to stay there again.
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

DIANA W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cottage, with lots of fun artwork throughout the space. The patio was a comfortable place to hang out and enjoy the weather. Neighborhood is lovely and peaceful - near a library and there are several mini-free library boxes on nearby streets. The owners were kind enough to share some of their Bantam chicken eggs, too.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Elizabeth H.

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

Excellent location

If you want to stay in South Pasadena, this property has an excellent location as so much is walkable - the train, the grocery store, lots of restaurants, the library. We appreciated also that there are a lot of spices and some condiments and that food preparation was easy. It is nice to have an office space if one is doing some work. It is a small space.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Michael K., Highland Park,Il

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

Cottage not clean as should be, toilet not operating well, and bathroom much too tiny.

Wouldn't stay again
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very charming cottage. Great neighborhood. Peaceful place to stay
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tam S.

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

Cottage So Pasadena

This property was so amazing. The cottage isas described. I stsyed for 4 nights. Nice and cool evenings and very quiet. I loved it. My kids did too. The hosts are amazing and easy to reach if you need anything at all. as described.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cassandra R.

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

Groom Expo West

Cute, clean, friendly! This was a work trip to attend and compete at Groom Expo West with a dog- very close to convention center and nice for traveling with a small pet!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jan B., SCOTTSDALE

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

Great location

Everything was as stated in listing. Our arrival time kept changing and owners were so patient and accommodating. Kitchen was very well stocked and easy to use. A great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pat D.

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

Hidden Gem in South Pasadena

This is our second stay at the cottage in south Pasadena. The location is perfect just a short walk to the metro. The cottage is very cozy and clean. The amenities at the cottage, laundry, fully equipped kitchen, lcomfortable beds make it a great home away home. The hosts Kristin and Richard are easy to reach via vrbo app are welcoming and helpful.
Stayed 11 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hunter E.

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

Awesome host with a guest house to match

Richard was a very kind host who gave us plenty of insight into the local spots and tips getting around. The guest house was very cozy, clean and has a beautiful common area patio for getting some fresh air. It was well stocked with kitchen and bathroom supplies and felt like a livable space. Neighborhood was also very quiet and beautiful to walk around. Would definitely come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shane L.

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

South Pasadena Visit

Awesome place! Richard and Kristin are great and friendly people. Their location makes everything pretty walkable or really close by. I highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Marysusan B.

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

Convenient and Walkable

The owners were very personable and pleasant. The unit was behind the owner's house, so a person passing by wouldn't even know it was there, which added to a sense of security. We liked the fact that we could easily walk to some restaurants and shops. We had no problem finding parking on the street. We were glad that we went online in advance to get the parking permits and print them out so that we could just take them out of the glove box and put them on the dashboard as needed. My suggestion would be to have a little less furniture in the house to open the space up more.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Suzi K.

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

Cozy cottage

I visit SoPas often and love this neighborhood with it's quaint homes, restaurants, and shops. This cute cottage was perfect for the two of us. We just used it as a place to sleep since we were spending time with family during our entire stay. The front patio is wonderful and even though it is a shared space it felt very private and the area is surprisingly quiet at night. There is also a narrow back patio that added to the garden setting. The only downside is the tiny bathroom sink that you have to squeeze yourself into the corner to use (the kitchen sink is an alternative). We didn't get a chance to meet our hosts in person but they always responded to our messages. Thank you Kristin and Richard for sharing your cottage!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rosemary G.

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

South Pasadena review

I was traveling alone for a family celebration. This property was wonderful for my needs. As family lives close by, I did not take advantage of the fully stocked kitchen, but other guests would find everything necessary to cook their meals. Grocery stores and take out restaurants are within walking distance. Neighborhood was very quiet and their is outdoor space to enjoy. Hosts are very friendly and accommodating. They were more than happy to meet me for a late check in when my flight was delayed for 5 hours. Overall, I would highly recommend this property, for both single travelers, or small groups (2 bedrooms).
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Jennifer O., Petaluma

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

Great Location and hosts

We stayed Labor Day weekend and it was sweltering hot! We struggled to enjoy our weekend due to the crazy heat wave but the hosts did everything they could to keep us comfortable, responded quickly to all inquiries and needs. This place is very quiet and is walking distance to all the best that South Pasadena has to offer. Even though you are in a shared lot you don’t really notice that there are other people staying there. Kitchen is pretty well stocked and the bathroom, although really tiny, is clean and comfortable and there are lots of fresh clean towels. it’s a small place but actually good for a little group of up to 4 because there are lots of sleeping options and a little tiny office adjacent to the kitchen and away from sleeping areas so lots of little places for people to be in separate spaces.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jim H.

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

Pasadena

nice private location, dog friendly & walking distance to many eating places. :)
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

linda t., Chicago

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

Cozy and intimate

This is an adorable cottage. It is surrounded by fruit trees, secluded, yet very close to the host house. They are very accessible, we had some minor problems that were dealt with very quickly. The house itself is small, with many antique touches, yet appropriately upgraded with fast Wi-Fi, Internet TV etc. even though it is in the back of someone’s home it is very secluded and private. Very close to stores and restaurants if you need them. It is small. As noted by others the bathroom is very compact with a shower. The kitchen is phenomenally well equipped! We did not do any cooking but we could probably cook anything we wanted, as there are many many appliances. Very sweet little house.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kevin C.

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

Nice cottage in an excellent location

Stayed for several days, everything was as advertised and fit our needs perfectly. A few things to note: though we never really made use of it, there's a gated side yard that the owners said we could let our dog roam around in, which was nice. Our eldest was taking a couple classes online, and the WIFI was anywhere from great to excellent. You no longer need cash for the night permit; credit card works fine at the SPPD kiosk. Not a fan of the SPPD online system for buying the permits. Since the kiosk is only a couple blocks away and accessible 24hrs, you're better off just getting it there on the day of arrival. Again, we had a great experience here, and will certainly look here first the next time we visit the area.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

DC G., Encinitas, CA

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

Great cottage, great location & great parrot watching!

The cottage is a charming, clean and surprisingly spacious casita! It shares a cute outdoor common area with shaded benches, a bbq, as well as a lovely garden. There is an amazing striped fig tree right outside the front entrance that we helped ourselves to before our morning walks. There is a Library at the end of the block and an additional block past that is Mission Street where you can find Coffee shops, boutiques and the Metro Gold Line train station. This is the absolute perfect location for someone who is visiting LA and does not want to drive since a quick ride on the Goldline will stop at places like Highland Park, Chinatown and Downtown LA’s Union Station! Over all it was a pleasant and relaxing experience. We especially enjoyed seeing a parrot or two in the neighborhood as well! We will definitely be returning, thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lisalou N.

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

Pasadena Cottage

Richard was very hospitable and so gracious!! Very easy to communicate if we needed anything! Beautiful, safe and bright cottage! We enjoyed our stay in South Pasadena.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Lovely cottage in a nice area of South Pasadena.

We had a very nice visit in South Pasadena. Our Cottage was neat & sweet. We felt as if we were in our own space, cozy & quiet! The location was within walking distance to town for shopping, dining & access to the metro train. Overall, a very nice experience!!

8/10 Good

Camilla D., Maryland, USA

A convenient South Pasadena location

We chose this property because it provided a cozy spot to stay during a visit to relatives who live nearby. It’s in a lovely neighborhood and it appears to be within walking distance of shops and restaurants. However, it rained hard the entire time that we were there, so we didn’t get the opportunity to explore on foot. It is is accurately referred to as a cottage because it is small and quaint. The rooms - especially the bathroom - are quite small, so it is probably most suitable for no more than 2 people. It’s clean and well-equipped. The owners were flexible about letting us check in quite late when our flight was delayed, which we very much appreciated. Because of the very abnormal amount of rain that was falling during this period, some leaks developed in the roof. These were dealt with very promptly and didn’t cause us any inconvenience. It was an ideal place to stay for the weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kimberley F.

Absolutley lovley

Lovely cottage with a nice outdoor cortyard. Walking distance to many restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018

About the host

Hosted by Owner/Property Manager

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Richard and I were both born and raised in the San Gabriel Valley and love our town of South Pasadena. We are working professionals and enjoy VRBO hosting as we live in the front house of or VRBO property. Our favorite places to travel are the mountains and beaches in California and we have a Cast Iron collection hobby and love cooking Organic. We also enjoy Netflix binging, playing cards and hosting friends and family to our home.

Why they chose this property

This private cottage offers the convenience of a hotel in a very desirable area with the ability to cook and live in a private setting. With a walkability score of 93, it is very convenient to stay without a car. Many people have stayed visiting family and friends in town, people attending local events such as Rose Bowl activities, graduations, weddings, family events, loved ones in local hospitals, Downtown LA (LA Live) events, business travel, short internships, homes being worked on and need a place to stay during construction. It is outfitted with all the modern conveniences such as Le Creuset pots and pans and high speed WiFi.

What makes this property unique

We are pet friendly but need find out what animal(s) you are traveling with before we finalize your reservation. Please add one guest for each pet to cover the cost.

While we welcome you and your furry friends, we'd really appreciate it, if you have shedding dogs or cats, if you would brush them or get them groomed before arriving, so that our cleaner isn't spending extra hours removing hair from your Cottage.

Also, if your dog is a chewer, we will not be a good fit for your dog.

Lastly, if your dog is a barker, please take your pup with you when you leave your Cottage.

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