10/10 Excellent
Sarah R.
2 Jan 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A perfect spot
Sarah R.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022
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A HIDDEN GEM AT THE END OF THE GARDEN PATH!
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Reviews
9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1+ bathroomSleeps 4
Popular amenities
Explore the area
San Gabriel, CA
- San Gabriel Mission3 min drive
- The Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens11 min drive
- Santa Anita Park12 min drive
- El Monte, CA (EMT)15 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Living Room 1
1 Double Sofa Bed
1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Bathroom 2
Soap · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
A HIDDEN GEM AT THE END OF THE GARDEN PATH!
A Cottage In The City
A riding stable formerly converted during the World War II era, originally the earlier owners wanted to replace it with a new house, however, they were unable due to the war effort and decided to turn it into a charming little cottage instead. We tried to keep as much of the original work to keep its true essence.
As you open the iron gates and walk past the roses at the entrance of the garden path passing one of two outdoor seating areas, you will find the cottage which is hidden from the street at the end and you will see the red door to the Little Cottage in the City.
This home is found on a quiet street (once school is let out) within walking distance of restaurants, coffee shops, tea shops, boutiques, flower shops, and Asian markets. A perfect neighborhood for evening walks, as you will see many of our neighbors do.
You can also enjoy reading a good book in the backyard while relaxing on our custom-built lounger or you may enjoy picking some fresh vegetables and herbs from our little garden, which changes seasonally.
Conveniently located in the heart of San Gabriel Valley, 15 minutes from downtown LA. 10 minutes from Pasadena, and minutes from the 10 Fwy.
We hope you enjoy our little cottage in the city at 8 Palms.
**(PLEASE NOTE) THERE IS A 21-DAYS MAXIMUM STAY IN OUR HOME.**
IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN STAYING AT OUR HOME PLEASE TELL US ABOUT YOURSELF AND POST AN IMAGE OF YOURSELF.
WE ARE NO LONGER ACCEPTING REQUESTS INTO OUR HOME WITHOUT THIS.
Thank you for understanding.
A riding stable formerly converted during the World War II era, originally the earlier owners wanted to replace it with a new house, however, they were unable due to the war effort and decided to turn it into a charming little cottage instead. We tried to keep as much of the original work to keep its true essence.
As you open the iron gates and walk past the roses at the entrance of the garden path passing one of two outdoor seating areas, you will find the cottage which is hidden from the street at the end and you will see the red door to the Little Cottage in the City.
This home is found on a quiet street (once school is let out) within walking distance of restaurants, coffee shops, tea shops, boutiques, flower shops, and Asian markets. A perfect neighborhood for evening walks, as you will see many of our neighbors do.
You can also enjoy reading a good book in the backyard while relaxing on our custom-built lounger or you may enjoy picking some fresh vegetables and herbs from our little garden, which changes seasonally.
Conveniently located in the heart of San Gabriel Valley, 15 minutes from downtown LA. 10 minutes from Pasadena, and minutes from the 10 Fwy.
We hope you enjoy our little cottage in the city at 8 Palms.
**(PLEASE NOTE) THERE IS A 21-DAYS MAXIMUM STAY IN OUR HOME.**
IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN STAYING AT OUR HOME PLEASE TELL US ABOUT YOURSELF AND POST AN IMAGE OF YOURSELF.
WE ARE NO LONGER ACCEPTING REQUESTS INTO OUR HOME WITHOUT THIS.
Thank you for understanding.
Property manager
Bart Chow
Languages
English
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Amenities
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 12:00 PM
Children
Children allowed: ages 3–17
The house is not suitable 3 & under
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
That includes NO MARIJUANA SMOKING!!!
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
About the area
San Gabriel
Located in San Gabriel, this holiday home is next to a golf course and near theme parks. Walt Disney Concert Hall and Peacock Theater are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Rose Bowl Stadium and Griffith Observatory. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at L.A. Live or Dodger Stadium. Relax and indulge in the area's winery tours and health/beauty spas, or seek out an adventure with horse riding nearby.
San Gabriel, CA
What's nearby
- San Gabriel Mission - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
- The Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens - 11 min drive - 7.2 km
- California Institute of Technology - 11 min drive - 9.1 km
- Santa Anita Park - 12 min drive - 10.5 km
- Pasadena Convention Center - 12 min drive - 10.6 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- China Bistro - 8 min walk
- Sunright Tea Studio - 2 min walk
- Saigon's Sandwich & Bakery - 7 min walk
- Pho Ngoon - 7 min walk
- A Ri Rang Tofu House - 9 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Emily D.
31 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A cozy cottage indeed!
Emily D.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
8/10 Good
Norm W.
4 June 2017
Great house - excellent value!
Norm W.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
phayphiane s.
10 Feb 2017
Great Stay In a Tough Situation
phayphiane s.
About the host
Hosted by Bart Chow
One of us is a very serious and stays within the lines kind of personality and the other one is creative soul and go with the flow personality. Can you guess which personality trait belong to us?
We are a fun loving couple, been married over 7 years (yeah we made it pass the 7 year itch) Matt is from down under and I was born and raise under the California sun. We hope you love your stay at 8 Palms, our little cottage in the city.
We are a fun loving couple, been married over 7 years (yeah we made it pass the 7 year itch) Matt is from down under and I was born and raise under the California sun. We hope you love your stay at 8 Palms, our little cottage in the city.
What makes this property unique
We fell in love with the quaintness and the potential of the property among the noises of the city. We love the fact the house has a history that dates back to World War II. We wanted to keep the original charm of the cottage, especially since so many property owners in the neighborhood are destroying the old charm to make it more modern. I don't think they know what they are tearing down.
We hope once you enter through the iron gates you will immediately start to relax, and when you enter through the red doors you will feel at home.
We planted our first vegetable garden in the courtyard in hopes to have fresh veggies for your tables. We also planted Bougainvilleas on one wall and Night Jasmine on another wall to enhance the feeling of relaxation.
We hope once you enter through the iron gates you will immediately start to relax, and when you enter through the red doors you will feel at home.
We planted our first vegetable garden in the courtyard in hopes to have fresh veggies for your tables. We also planted Bougainvilleas on one wall and Night Jasmine on another wall to enhance the feeling of relaxation.
Languages:
English
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