'Walls of Glass' Malibu Oceanfront Beach House

See all properties

Save

Entire home

fully functional kitchen, granite countertops, new appliances

Overview
Amenities
Policies
Location
Host

Exceptional

2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

Washer

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Dryer

Outdoor space

Check-in time

3:00 PM

Check-out time

11:00 AM

Explore the area

malibu, CA

Topanga State Beach3 min drive
Getty Villa5 min drive
Santa Monica Beach21 min drive
Los Angeles, CA (LAX-Los Angeles Intl.)43 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Balcony

Dining Area

About this property

'WALLS OF GLASS' MALIBU'S NUMBER ONE, VACATION DESTINATION

PRIME, TOP FLOOR, OCEANFRONT BEACH HOUSE
50 LINEAL FEET OF OCEANFRONT (the single most important amenity)
2 LARGE EXPANSES OF OCEAN VIEW GLASS ('walls of glass')
BIG ROCK BEACH (malibu's most beautiful and picturesque beach)
50' OF CONTINUOUS BALCONY AND DECK
'KEYLESS' PERSONAL ENTRY CODE KEY PADS ('self entry'/safe stay)

attached beach access staircase with outdoor hot water shower (warm clean up)
nighttime surf lights for 100 yard light up at night (vacation favorite)
attached garage plus a reserved parking spot (never a parking problem)
granite kitchen countertops, hardwood floors
cathedral ceilings, openable skylights, ceiling fans,
street level, single floor, wheelchair access

AMENITIES:

WIRELSS FIBER OPTIC TV AND INTERNET
PREMIUM TV PACKAGES AND MOVIE CHANNELS
55' FLT SCRN TV LIVING RM/BDRMS
OVERHEAD TV MOUNT IN BEDROOMS FOR PERFECT 'BED FRIENDLY' VIEWING
CENTER OPENING GLASS SLIDING DOORS/MAIN BEDROOM

fully functional kitchen
two indoor dining and/or computer areas
outdoor dining area
king size bed/main bedroom
two twin beds/second bedroom (air mattresses available)
washer/dryer
linens, towels and everything else you need for your vacation
(just bring your computor and cell phone)

LOCATION AND ACTIVITIES:

CLOSE IN LOCATION JUST 10 MINUTES FROM LOS ANGELES

AREA'S BEST SWIMMING AND BODY SURFING BEACH DIRECTLY IN FRONT OF PROPERTY

ABOUT THE SAND AND THE EVER CHANGING BEACH: In the spring, the tide begins to carry sand in from the ocean and deposit it on the beach. The sand on the beach becomes deeper each week and by late summer can be several feet deep. During the winter, the process is reversed. The tide begins to carry the sand back out to the ocean. At times there can be no sand on the beach exposing the cobble (football sized rocks) that is ordinarily covered by sand. The cobble can be dificult to walk on.

3 miles from Malibu city center
beach chairs, beach towels, 'professional' boogie boards provided
bicycle and kayak rental near by
shopping, supermarkets, restaurants, coffeehouses in close proximity

'IT'S AFFORDABLE AND LOADED WITH LUXURY FEATURES' don tollefson/owner/'walls of glass'
SEE FOR YOURSELF- CLICK ON 'click on-video tour' BELOW (under links to more information.
'WHY LOOK AT PICTURES WHEN YOU CAN VIEW A VIDEO?'

Keywords: House (Upper Duplex Unit)

Property manager

Don Tollefson

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Enjoy the beautiful view of Carbon Beach & ocean

Ocean view

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

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 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

Property Registration Number STR24-0013

About the area

Malibu

Located by the ocean, this holiday home is in Eastern Malibu, a neighbourhood in Malibu. 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. Discover the area's water adventures with windsurfing and surfing/body boarding nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails.

malibu, CA

What's nearby

Topanga State Beach - 3 min drive
Getty Villa - 5 min drive
Pepperdine University - 9 min drive
Santa Monica Pier - 13 min drive
Santa Monica Beach - 21 min drive

Getting around

Van Nuys Station - 32 min drive
Los Angeles Intl. (LAX) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
‪Malibu Farm Restaurant & Bar - ‬6 min drive
‪New Nobu Malibu - ‬5 min drive
‪Broad Street Oyster Company - ‬7 min drive
‪Lois Ewen Overlook - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 'Walls of Glass' Malibu Oceanfront Beach House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 'Walls of Glass' Malibu Oceanfront Beach House?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 'Walls of Glass' Malibu Oceanfront Beach House?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 'Walls of Glass' Malibu Oceanfront Beach House located?

Located in Eastern Malibu, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area and Las Flores Canyon Beach. Las Tunas State Beach and Topanga State Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.

Learn more

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

linda j.

12 Apr 2024

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

Malibu

Bueatiful, especially being able to see the marine life up front

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Isabel C.

18 Mar 2024

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

Magical Views

The views from this property are absolutely stunning. Sitting on our deck we saw an otter, dolphins, and even some whales in the distance. The stars were also incredibly clear overhead, which surprised us given the proximity to a big city. Views from the master bedroom are 100% ocean. We slept with the windows open and enjoyed the ocean sounds and the cool breeze. There are steps leading down directly to the beach. Depending on the tide, sometimes the steps lead directly into the ocean and there was no beach, but on most days, we were able to walk on the beach in either direction. The place is located right on the Pacific Coast Highway, with Santa Monica Pier 20-30 minutes in one direction and the Santa Monica Mountains 20 minutes in the other direction. There are also plenty of restaurants, shops, and public beaches everywhere in between both spots. The place is quite comfortable though not fancy. We had all that we needed for meals at home, and we made lots of use of the patio table and chairs. I barely sat down indoors! One and a half baths and two bedrooms with comfortable and firm beds with lots of extra blankets and pillows. There were also multiple washing machines in the garage and plenty of towels. We had everything we needed, and we will definitely return!

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

M A.

15 Feb 2024

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

Walls of glass.

Nice property, great view and a great property manager. Don was very attentive and helpful! M

Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

IRENA P.

1 Dec 2023

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

Great place!

This was a great place with great views and in a great location. Host was very communicative and the check-in was easy. We highly recommend and would return again.

Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verena J.

3 Aug 2023

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

Traumhafter Urlaub!

Wir sind sehr beeindruckt von der wunderschönen Wohnung. Ich möchte mich an dieser Stelle bei unserem sehr freundlichen Vermieter Don Tollefson bedanken. Wir hatten einen sehr schönen Urlaub.

Stayed 21 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shawn T.

12 June 2023

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

Wall of Goass

Our stay was fantastic! Everything you could need was provided. Location was fantastic. The property was appointed nicely. My family and I very much enjoyed nightly dolphin watching right outside on the rear patio. Don, the host, was responsive and offered lots of great advice for first time vistors. We will definitely be back.

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne K.

10 Apr 2023

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

Had a wonderful time!

Don was a terrific host! The unit was clean and the view fabulous! There are many little things that made staying here a pleasure. It’s a little crazy being off the main road, be careful driving is all. Can’t wait to go back. Thank you for making this doable financially for us. Thank you for everything! Stay with him, you will not want to leave!

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly M.

11 Mar 2023

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

Loved our time at the Glass House

The Glass House was everything we hoped for in a vacation rental! Beautiful views, great location, tons of great food near by and Don was an excellent host!

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nena M., New Underwood, SD

2 Mar 2023

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

Beautiful views

Very Cute condo and the views were great!! My daughter and I stayed for a week for her to take some classes down the road. The weather didn't let us enjoy the balcony or walking on the beach because it rained almost the whole week. But I am thankful for the much needed rain! The home is on the older side but very clean. It was nice to have access to the washer and dryer in the garage as well. Traffic is busy on that road getting in and out but we managed well. Thanks so much Don!

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brett B., Glencoe

19 Feb 2023

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

Malibu Sunshine

Great property, very clean with wonderful views. Don was a great host.

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lacey K., Phoenix

11 Jan 2023

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

Great spot on the PCH!!!

This place is awesome!! Clean, comfortable, simple check-in/out process. Location is perfect!! We will definitely be back!

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

David V.

29 Dec 2022

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

Great Views

Nice place to stay and relax. Great Views, nice Beach walks and comfortable Beds

Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Deborah A.

30 Nov 2022

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

Amazing experience !

The breathtaking view combined with the constant sound of the ocean and the great location made this a perfect vacation rental for our week in California. We’re already planning a trip back and hope to stay here again!

Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

james w.

24 Nov 2022

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

6 day holiday

This was a wonderful home right on the beach! Don is an excellent host and was in frequent communication with me. He also provided excellent instructions and vacation ideas prior to and then again on arrival. The view was spectacular and we sat on the deck for hours enjoying it. The beach is awesome and literally 50 steps from the front door. Was the home perfect? Almost! The tub could use a refinishing and the floor was a bit dusty (we cleaned it in 5 minutes) but this is one of the best VRBO rental experiences we have had and are already planning on a return visit. I rate this a 9 out of 10.

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022

2/10 Terrible

Emily P.

10 Nov 2022

Liked: Check-in

Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Poor experience, inaccurate listing

Impossible to sleep with the noise, interior is not kept up well, also with a dirty bathroom. The master bedroom mattress sits on a plywood board. All beds are uncomfortable. Kitchen has almost no supplies. I ended up staying only 1 out of the 6 nights I booked because it was impossible to sleep there. The owner said he’d refund me days and then stopped communicating with me with no refund.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tracy T.

15 Oct 2022

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

Would highly recommend this rental To all.

Owner very friendly and personable one of the best times I’ve had on a rental property in 30 years.

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

10 Oct 2022

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

The View!!!

We had such a wonderful time on our Malibu Getaway! Thank you for sharing your property with us. It can’t get better than finding a place right at the waters edge. We loved the view and the sound of the ocean and the waves crashing on the shoreline. The property owner was prompt and very courteous in responding to any questions or communications we had. We look forward to booking this property again!

Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2022

6/10 Okay

Robert K., Prague, Czech Republic

29 Sept 2022

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

Disliked: Cleanliness

Great location, run-down condo

The location, directly on the ocean, is what makes this rental interesting and possibly worth the price. Otherwise, the place is cheerless, not very clean (some parts of the interior, e.g. the floor fan, were downright filthy), not very well maintained (the balcony/terrace has not seen a clean ever? and the outside table was dirty and ugly). The communication with the owner was faultless and very clear, and the checkin process as smooth as possible. There were plenty of towels.

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022

6/10 Okay

Nicole C.

24 Aug 2022

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Disliked: Cleanliness

Great view but....

First off, Don is a great host. Super accomodating, kind and easy to communicate with. The listing is in a great location, right on the water and has a fantastic view. The "walls of glass" really stop you dead in your tracks when you walk in, it's impressive. But that's really about it as far as what this place offers. Starting with the positive, all the basics covered in the kitchen and the bed was very comfortable. That said, the floors felt dirty, there was hair on the walls in the bathroom and in the shower from the prior guests. Paint chipping, blinds in poor condition, rusty and dusty, for the amount / night, the host should consider giving the place a little face lift to make guests feel more comfortable.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jodie N.

17 Aug 2022

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

Relaxing

A beautiful destination for a family vacation

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Diann H., Siloam Springs, AR

25 July 2022

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

Excellent

The property was exactly what was described. Very convenient to the places we wanted to go. Loved the view, loved the place, loved everything about it. Our hostess was Great!! I will be back some day.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne R.

17 July 2022

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

Amazing place!! So beautiful! Everything exceeded our expectations. We will definitely be back!

It was very easy renting this property. Quick and efficient. No problems upon arrival. Key code was set and check in and out was a breeze.

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julia R.

1 July 2022

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

Hidden gem in beautiful Malibu!

Managed by the wonderful, helpful property owner & located right on the ocean, we had a wonderful, relaxing visit. Property is clean & well set-up for a comfortable stay & location on the ocean is superb! We’ll be back!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marc K., Mesa, Az United States

23 June 2022

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

Malibu oceanfront

The view was great, the only problem is their is nowhere to walk to as far as restaurants go so you have to drive and because of the location on Pacific Coast Hwy it is very dangerous to pull out of, other than that we enjoyed the stay.

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

shawn w.

10 May 2022

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

Location and view

This is a great property. The view is absolutely stunning. The property manager Don was an excellent host with quick replies to questions. Would ABSOLUTELY stay here again and, as a matter of fact, have already started looking at my next trip. Excellent trip! 5 stars

Stayed 7 nights in May 2022