California Casual - A garden oasis in Los Angeles

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Exterior
Pool
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
Valley Village, CA
  • CBS Studio Center
    3 min drive
  • Universal Studios Hollywood
    6 min drive
  • The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™
    6 min drive
  • Burbank, CA (BUR-Hollywood Burbank)
    16 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchenette
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

California Casual - A garden oasis in Los Angeles

Relax in a beautiful studio guest house. French doors open onto a lovely California garden and large refreshing pool. Enjoy your morning coffee in a private yard full of hummingbirds, fruit trees, and native plants. A swim and a glass of wine at the end of the day will whet your appetite for incredible restaurants choices all close by and convenient.

Inside the studio you will find a new queen size bed with memory foam mattress, a sitting area with Smart tv, wireless internet access, a kitchenette outfitted with fridge, microwave, toaster oven, dishes, glasses, electric kettle, coffee maker. Enjoy your meals on a pub style table with great views of the pool and garden, or eat outside if the weather is nice. Bathroom features a large tiled shower. Huge closet to stow all your belongings. Private entrance, off street parking, and, of course, the pool and garden.

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Amenities

Pool
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 12:00 PM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Only in backyard

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number HSR19-000726

We should mention

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

About the area

Valley Village

Located in Valley Village, this guesthouse is near theme parks. Hollywood Boulevard and Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel are notable landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Universal CityWalk and Rodeo Drive. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Hollywood Bowl or Dodger Stadium. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
Valley Village, CA

What's nearby

  • CBS Studio Center - 3 min drive
  • Warner Brothers Studio - 6 min drive
  • Universal Studios Hollywood - 6 min drive
  • The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™ - 6 min drive
  • Universal CityWalk - 8 min drive

Getting around

  • North Hollywood Station - 3 min drive
  • Sun Valley Station - 10 min drive
  • Burbank, CA (BUR-Hollywood Burbank) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Menchie's Frozen Yogurt - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Yum-Yum Donuts - ‬15 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does California Casual - A garden oasis in Los Angeles have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is California Casual - A garden oasis in Los Angeles pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at California Casual - A garden oasis in Los Angeles?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at California Casual - A garden oasis in Los Angeles?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is California Casual - A garden oasis in Los Angeles located?

Situated in Valley Village, this guesthouse is 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from CBS Studio Center and within 6 miles (10 km) of Universal Studios Hollywood and Warner Brothers Studio. Universal CityWalk and Hollywood Bowl are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Leanne M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Leafy suburb just like home
We enjoyed our stay and we received a warm and friendly welcome by Debbie. She was very helpful and was willing to assist us with anything we needed. The property is not far away from restaurants, grocery stores and major freeways. The swimming pool is lovely, but we didn’t use it. Nice gardens and a relaxing feel to the place. The only concern we had was that one window facing the owners home did not hav any curtains, but Debbie explained that the cord was broken so we assume she will replace the window coverings. Comfortable bed and we had enough amenities to make our stay a pleasurable one.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Marina F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Valley Life!
Perfect for our trip - two people, walked to great coffee/breakfast, easy parking, safe. Loved it. Would absolutely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Adrian K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pleasant host and convenient to Universal
The host is responsive to requests. She seems very willing to address issues to make your stay pleasant.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Julia O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot to relax
Pool and property were perfect for relaxing after a day at Universal.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

michelle s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good experience
No complaints about this place. Location was great for me since family was very close by. All the essentials were provided and the owner was very nice and readily available if needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deanne S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful place to stay
Debbie was a kind and thoughtful host and her dog Moose is a sweetheart. The guest house was terrific - perfect size, comfy bed, walk in closet, amazing shower and the kitchen had everything we needed. Really comfortable and clean accommodation. The pool is lovely - I only wish we had had time for more than one swim. The neighbourhood is quiet and it’s a great location. Thanks Debbie - I thoroughly enjoyed my first visit to Los Angeles and I’m looking forward to coming back!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

DaneFuller2

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyable spot
I needed something to relax and have peace of mind in between a busy Los Angeles weekend and this place was everything I could ask. The host was very accommodating and greatly appreciated.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
3 of us stayed there, the couch was big enough and comfortable for my teen daughter. The pool was amazing, poolside morning coffee watching the lizards was heavenly. Debbie was great with lots of good tips. Safe area close to everything we wanted to do. Would definitely stay there again. Friendly Doodle on site who will give snuggles if requested.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katharina B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super schöner Aufenthalt in einer kleinen Oase in L.A.
Debbie ist eine sehr liebenswürdige und aufmerksame Gastgeberin, mit der man auch mal ein nettes Gespräch führen kann. Wir waren sehr zufrieden mit unserer Unterkunft. Der Pool ist traumhaft, sehr sauber, groß genug zum Schwimmen und rund um die Uhr nach Belieben zugänglich. Wir finden es sehr empfehlenswert.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
amazing
Myself and my friend had a wonderful time, Debra was so attentive. We had long talks short talks about alot of things. I felt like home away from.We were blessed to be able to use Debra's property and we would recommend it to anyone looking to stay in the LA area try Debra.Thank you for our wonederful time away from home
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Adrian K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Sufficient
Owner was pleasant and reachable. Property does not contain the spa tub it advertised. Really hoped to enjoy that! Owner didn't know that was advertised. Some mold on the bathroom floor. Overall, sufficient, but not ranked in our top third.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christina A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Long weekend
Perfect place for two adults spending a long weekend visting family in the area.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kirsten O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect LA getaway!!
We were in town for work and wanted to extend our stay to explore LA without breaking the bank. This beautiful property was a win in every respect! Debbie was such a friendly host and made sure we had everything we needed. The pool was a perfect spot to enjoy the afternoon sunshine, and we loved being within walking distance of coffee shops, restaurants, and grocery. Easy to hop onto the highway to explore other areas too. Thank you Debbie for sharing this lovely spot - it made our weekend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eva Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Serenity
Had a lovely stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ronald W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
This rental is a studio apartment. Has comfortable accommodations and very clean. You can cook in the kitchen. We did not. Great shower. Loved sitting out by the pool even though it was too cool for us to try it. Great location. Quiet neighborhood yet close to restaurants, shopping. The rental , location and friendly landlord met all of our needs. Debbie is a wonderful landlord. We’ll definitely rent again if it’s available. Thanks Debbie. Hope to see you again.
Stayed 28 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Val

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfy place to relax and would definitely recommend
Very comfortable bed, clean,quite environment, friendly host, great location, kitchen has all essential needs, parking on site, prefect distance to universal studios, would definitely use again and definitely recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Clifford H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location was very convenient for us. And Debra was very accommodating.
We were just a few minutes away from where my son and his family reside. Debra’s place was perfect for us and met all of our needs. We hope to stay there again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynn A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Getaway
Property is in a nice neighborhood setting. Great cafe within walking distance.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

carmen a s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My stay
Nice and clean. I wanted to be near my daughter and this place was just 5 minutes away. Love it here and will be back
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angel L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location for your LA trip!
Debbie has a lovely property near Hollywood and many exciting offerings in Los Angeles! Her unit is clean and comfortable with many amenities. Most importantly Debbie is an awesome host; she was welcoming and offered tips on exploring the surrounding areas. Highly recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jared S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great find!
We really enjoyed our stay - clean, spacious and peaceful accomodation. Great part of town, close to good coffee, food, shopping and then a short drive to the main sights. The host Debra was really friendly yet respectful of privacy which is a great balance to strike! And always responsive with our questions which we appreciated. Will stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tara G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
We had the best stay at the cozy bungalow. Debra was amazing. We arrived just in time for the first hurricane in Los Angeles history so that was awesome. Debra made sure we were safe and had emergency lighting just in case the power went out. The room is well appointed. Cooking facilities are just what a person needs to make simple meals. Stay overall was just great.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

ROCKY E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean and Convenient Place to Stay
This was the perfect place to stay in the LA area. The house was clean, the pool was perfect, the location was convenient and our host Debbie along with her dog Moose were very kind and made us feel at home.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

zulema D., EUGENE, OR

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cool pool, comfy bed, great location!
The place was just as described. My partner had seen the listing over a year ago when planning a birthday trip. It got booked before he made up his mind and was super bummed. When he started planning this trip, we saw it was available and jumped on it. SOOO glad we did. The location is great. I was working from home and there was no shortage of coffee nearby. We were there on a VERY warm week and the pool was an amazing way to end my workday. I highly recommend Debbie’s place.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barb L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pleasant stay
Great location and charming accommodation
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Your host

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I am a mother, a teacher, a writer, a homeowner, and a traveler. I love to explore new places and choose to stay in neighborhoods rather than large hotels. I love getting to know a new city on foot - taking in the architecture, wandering through the parks, stopping at cafés, and talking to people. Having a home base when I'm in a foreign city makes me feel like my experience is a little more genuine.

As a history teacher, I love old cities that have weathered the centuries. Some of my favorites are London, Paris, Bruges, Amsterdam, and Rome. I also love high energy cities like New York and Tokyo. When a VRBO host leaves personal recommendations, I'm in heaven!

Owning a home in Los Angeles, I've always thought about being a VRBO host but with a demanding job, it wasn't going to happen. Now, I'm cutting back my work hours and think the time is right to share my guest house with others. I hope travelers will enjoy this little oasis with a beautiful private yard and pool - the perfect place to enjoy morning coffee or evening wine!
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