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PICTURE PERFECT minutes to UNIVERSAL STUDIOS & HOLLYWOOD. Early checkin often ok

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Pool Home in sunny Los Angeles
Welcome to Sherman Oaks
Entrance at Dusk
Living Room with Fireplace
Living Room to Dining Room

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6139.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Los Angeles, CA
  • CBS Studio Center
    4 min drive
  • Universal Studios Hollywood
    7 min drive
  • The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™
    7 min drive
  • Burbank, CA (BUR-Hollywood Burbank)
    22 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Front Bedroom

1 King Bed

Living room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Master Bath

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Second Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

PICTURE PERFECT minutes to UNIVERSAL STUDIOS & HOLLYWOOD. Early checkin often ok

*Heated Pool* 1951 charm meets the 2020s: welcome to Sherman Oaks, California. Updated and redecorated, this ultra-clean, private home sleeps 6 comfortably. Great for relaxing and sunning with pool, big patio table & chaise loungers. Super comfy beds with fluffy comforters & plenty of soft towels in the baths. Gourmet kitchen: WOLF range, specialty cooking tools, lots of pots and pans, and a coffee station too. Enjoy the peaceful environment while being close to all the fun stuff L.A. has to offer.

NOTE: Home is 2 main streets from trendy Ventura Blvd and very freeway on/offramp close - compare to other listings that are further north... being south is preferable in this neighborhood.

King bed in front master, Queen bed in pool-view back, and Queen Plus in convertible den (American Leather Sleeper Sofa with no bar in the middle) with privacy doors.

Great local neighborhood for walking. There are also beautiful hiking trails nearby in the Santa Monica Mountains. If you're traveling without a car and need to get somewhere fast, I'm usually available for a quick shuttle service!! If you do have a car, there's plenty of parking. Check Metro.net for public transportation.

Distance (approximate) from Andy's VRBO to the following:
Universal Studios - 4 miles (6km)
Hollywood Walk of Fame - 7 miles (11km)
Burbank Airport - 7 miles (11km)
West Hollywood - 7 miles (11km)
Beverly Hills - 8 miles (13km)
Downtown Los Angeles - 12 miles (20km)
Santa Monica Beach - 18 miles (29km)
LAX Intl Airport - 21 miles (34km)
Malibu Beach - 28 miles (45km)
Disneyland - 40 miles (64km)

*$15-$100/day to heat pool. 85 degrees (f) is avg temperature when heated but can be lower if you want. Rate varies depending on time of year: colder months higher, warmer months lower (and often not needed at all in summer months). NO profit on gas cost, just covers the expense!

As noted in other sections of this listing: I LIVE ON THE PROPERTY IN A SEPARATE/PRIVATE GUEST UNIT IN THE BACK THAT IS ACCESSED VIA THE DRIVEWAY (the driveway runs along the side of the dining room and kitchen windows). The entire house, pool and backyard are all yours; the back half of the driveway and my house are gated and fenced for privacy for both of us.


Property manager

ANDY ACHEN
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
NO fence around pool, hot stove, glass decorations

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Los Angeles has Vacation Rental rules which are posted at the home. No parties and no outdoor noise after 8pm. This is a quiet neighborhood.
While completely harmless, the elderly neighbor to my south is NOT welcome in this home. Plz text if you're concerned; it's actually rather amusing!
I only need access to backyard to water plants (will always notify you first!). Pool man comes on Thurs mornings. Gardener comes on Fri afternoons.

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 10
Long-term renters welcome
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 HSR21-000491

About the area

Sherman Oaks

Located in Sherman Oaks, this holiday home is in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Griffith Park and Santa Monica Beach, while Hollywood Bowl and Dolby Theater are cultural highlights. Check out an event or a game at L.A. Live, and consider making time for Universal Studios Hollywood, a top attraction not to be missed. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails.
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Los Angeles, CA

What's nearby

  • CBS Studio Center - 4 min drive
  • Warner Brothers Studio - 6 min drive
  • Universal Studios Hollywood - 7 min drive
  • Universal CityWalk - 8 min drive
  • Hollywood Boulevard - 17 min drive

Getting around

  • Van Nuys Station - 8 min drive
  • North Hollywood Station - 10 min drive
  • Burbank, CA (BUR-Hollywood Burbank) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kura Revolving Sushi Bar - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪M Street Coffee - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Casa Vega - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪HomeState - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does PICTURE PERFECT minutes to UNIVERSAL STUDIOS & HOLLYWOOD. Early checkin often ok have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is PICTURE PERFECT minutes to UNIVERSAL STUDIOS & HOLLYWOOD. Early checkin often ok pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at PICTURE PERFECT minutes to UNIVERSAL STUDIOS & HOLLYWOOD. Early checkin often ok?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at PICTURE PERFECT minutes to UNIVERSAL STUDIOS & HOLLYWOOD. Early checkin often ok?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is PICTURE PERFECT minutes to UNIVERSAL STUDIOS & HOLLYWOOD. Early checkin often ok located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is 2 mi (3.2 km) from Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area and 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from CBS Studio Center. Universal Studios Hollywood and Warner Brothers Studio are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

julia c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesomeness
SO FANTASTIC...Andy is the best host EVER! Property is perfect, thank you for everything ☺️
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

mark l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place! Great location!
Clean. Updated. Central to so many things. The owner is very helpful and responsive. I highly recommend this place.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Josh B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, Well Managed & Great Location
The house and property are kept in excellent condition. It has all the amenities and comes well stocked with everything you need. We had a great time in LA and this house made it feel like home.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Harald F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Stay for family to visit LA
Just perfect
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristen D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolute Perfection
I can’t think of a single thing that could have made our stay here more perfect. Andy is a great host…responsive and kind. The house itself was beautiful, immaculately maintained, but not so much that we felt we couldn’t “live” for the week. The heated pool was absolutely lovely. The location of the house to all the things we had on our vacation agenda was perfect. It was incredibly easy to get around the city with this as our starting point. Amenities galore…the home was well stocked with all the basics we needed and then some. We appreciated all the little extra touches. We will definitely return! Thanks so much!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sean S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful!
Like a home away from home. Extra clean, well appointed, great host. Awesome location! Everything is excellent! A must stay!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect House For Our Needs
Andy's house had everything we needed and was exactly as described in the listing. Had plenty of space for myself, my husband and our two kids. Hope to stay there again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Well-appointed property with all of the supplies you would ever need. Andy the owner was always quick to respond. Beautifully landscaped with private backyard pool. Whole foods one block away. We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kerri L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect spring break stay
Andy is an amazing host and has the best home for a family vacation. It had everything we need, Andy thought of every possible detail. And the location is within a short drive to all of the tourist locations. We will definitely book with him in the future
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Back Again
We keep coming back to this property. It is the perfect place for us to stay while visiting family where we can all gather under one roof to make meals, catch up and feel at home. This is a great location in a safe neighborhood with everything we need. We will be back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rosemary E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great relaxing vacation
Really nice property. Andy the host was awesome and easy to communicate with. The property was well appointed, close to great restaurants, shopping & entertainment. The neighborhood was quiet & we had a restful stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great family vacation!
Sherman Oaks is a hidden gem and Andy's home was wonderful! We went to Southern California for a family vacation visiting Universal Studios and a college tour of UCLA. Universal was a quick $15 to $20 Uber ride away, much less $$ and stress than trying to park. UCLA is also about 20 minutes away. Andy's home was perfect for our family of 4. The teenagers had room to spread out on their own, my daughter did not want to leave! The pool was wonderful, we paid exactly what it cost to heat it. Grocery stores were close nearby and the kitchen had everything we needed to make some family meals. Andy was on sight in the guest house in the back, but he was very respectful of our privacy and did not intrude at all. Although we did speak with him a few times and he was a delight! Thank you Andy for sharing your beautiful house with us!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anita K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely Amazing!!!
First off Andy is absolutely amazing his place is Amazing everything you need is there!! Not far from LAX. Great neighborhood!! We had an amazing time after disney to unwind. Close by lots of grocery stores and restaurants. Very clean and looks just like the pictures. Would definitely recommend staying there we will definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brent S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing!
We came to town for about 10 days and it was the perfect home away from home. Super clean, incredible host, ideal location. We will 100% be back.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paula H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Better than a hotel
Andy did such a great job getting the house ready for our visit. The house was immaculate! It was clean and spotless when we arrived. The home was will stocked with all your needs all the way down to the Q-tips!! The beds we’re comfortable. The linens were clean. There’s a TV in every room even the bathroom!! I was really impressed. The pool was a plus. It was clean and well kept. The setting of the yard makes it very private. No nosy neighbors peeking through the fence. The lighting makes it possible to do a late night swim. The house is centrally located. Super close to Universal Studios, Hollywood and a 30 min drive to Santa Monica. To be honest, I was a bit skeptical that Andy lives on property but it was no issue at all. His little home is separated from the main house. Everything is separated and gated. He was no bother at all. There was great communication between Andy and myself. Instructions were well written we had no issues during our stay. This was our first VRBO and Andy has really set the bar high for my next rental. I would definitely recommend this home and if in LA again would stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Home Away From Home
This was our second stay at this gorgeous property. The host, Andy, has provided everything I could think of to feel at home. The house feels cozy and safe and is great for family dinners and pool days. We are already looking forward to coming back again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Greg S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Andy is very friendly and helpful. Will stay again
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Spot in heart of LA
One of the best decorated and clean houses we have stayed out. Andy was very helpful with answers to questions and even provided some great local tips on places to go and see things. House was perfect and great to come home to a heated pool every day to help the kids wind down. Beds were also super comfortable. House is perfectly situated to hit any/all of the LA area attractions you are looking at.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Delia Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
College Touring in Los Angeles
The stay was amazing at Andy's. The property was very warm and welcoming, and had everything you needed. It was located in a great area, not far from freeway. Andy knew we were coming for College tour with my girls, so he typed up a map for short cuts to get to desired Universities. The pool area and every area of the home was well tended to and decorated with extreme care. My next trip to LA I hope this property is available because it was perfect!!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely Home
Was a great stay. The pictures do not do it justice. Home was very clean and easy to check in. Andy is nice and very accommodating. Neighborhood is very nice. Stores and Universal very close.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic!
The attention to detail and cleanliness of the property was fantastic! The neighborhood is beautiful and Andy, the property owner, made us feel right at home.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

April T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay!
We loved our stay at Andy's house on a recent trip tp LA. He's a wonderful host and responds quickly to any questions you might have. He's very accommodating, and was in touch with all the details we needed about the property before our arrival and during our stay. The house, (as well as the outside pool area) is immaculately clean, tastefully furnished, and very comfortable. Great neighborhood, conveniently located. I would recommend this property and would stay here again! Thanks Andy!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Monika K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Most personal service! Feels like a home away from home!
We just love this property! Andy is so thoughtful and keeps this property absolutely spotless! Every amenity you could imagine is available for you! The neighborhood is lovely with a Whole Foods walking distance away! We have stayed here three times and can’t wait to come again! A short day trip to Malibu is just a bonus, but the pool at the property is truly the best! Thank you Andy!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A home away from home
Andy's home had all the makings for a comfortable stay. We were in town to visit family and enjoyed having the home to cook meals, play board games, and gather around and watch movies together. In warmer temps, the outdoor space would provide the absolute ideal family hang out space. The home was spotless and extremely comfortable. Next time I visit the area I will absolutely be staying here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy P. P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
National Championship Game 2023
Stayed here bc 1) close to Burbank airport and out of the LA high traffic areas 2) HEATED POOL!!! This house was a great getaway in Sherman Oaks area. House was very quaint and clean. Andy was a phenomenal and responsive host. Very east check in and check out. Everything you need as far as food is not far away at all (10 min drive), beach was easy to get to in Santa Monica and neighborhood was walkable for a stroll. We would stay here again in a heartbeat.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

About the host

Hosted by ANDY ACHEN

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Born and raised in Los Angeles, my parents and I moved into this home when I was 12 years old (I won't tell the year... just yet). Realtor by trade, I have found my niche in hosting this vacation rental - I love it. I'm a dog-dad to a 8-year-old American Bully rescue named, Trisha (after singer Trisha Yearwood). She and I live in a completely separate, back-house down the driveway, past the kitchen window that is separated by full privacy fencing and heavy-duty gates. While out of your way, I'm always available to help with mapping and anything else you might need to find your way around town (also found a super viewing point for the HOLLYWOOD Sign).

Why they chose this property

Well-established, quiet neighborhood in Sherman Oaks. Close to Westfield's Fashion Square Mall for shopping, and trendy Ventura Boulevard for dining. Food shopping close too at Whole Foods, Trader Joe's, Gelson's and Ralph's Markets. Starbucks and Rite-Aid Pharmacy are just up the street, two blocks away.

What makes this property unique

The Space:

King bed in front master, Queen bed in pool-view back, and Queen Plus in convertible den (American Leather Sleeper Sofa with no bar in the middle) with privacy doors. It can get hot in L.A. so in addition to the central cooling system, there are portable fans in the closets of each bedroom. 5 total TVs with one in each bedroom, one in bath and one in kitchen: DISH TV - America's Top 200 w/ 240 channels. Spectrum High-Speed internet included. Full-size washer and dryer in back porch off of kitchen. Both bathrooms have oversized stall showers with tub in master. Speaker system in den for watching movies, plus speakers in master bath, master bedroom, living room and patio to push music through the whole house and outside. Most light switches are on dimmers (and only 3 pesky LED lights in the house) to set the mood and tone you want: the home looks beautiful at night, especially with the custom patio lighting and malibu-lights around the heated pool.

*$25-$100/day to heat pool. 85 degrees (f) is avg temperature when heated, but can be lower if you want. Rate varies depending on time of year: colder months higher, warmer months lower (and often not needed in summer months). NO profit on gas cost, just covers the expense!

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