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HEART HOUSE AT THE BEACH! 1 block from the beach in our comfy bungalow.

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Terrace/patio
A secluded and quiet front yard.
Cozy bench made for relaxing.
Well stocked kitchen
Efficiet kitchen is fully stocked with cooking utensils, coffee, tea and spices.

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 492.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
    Hot tub
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space

Explore the area

Map
Santa Monica, CA
  • Santa Monica Beach
    7 min walk
  • Annenberg Community Beach House
    14 min walk
  • Montana Avenue
    3 min drive
  • Santa Monica, CA (SMO-Santa Monica Municipal)
    11 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

HEART HOUSE AT THE BEACH! 1 block from the beach in our comfy bungalow.

Heart House is located in Santa Monica Canyon. A stunning area at the north end of Santa Monica. Our house is just a block to the beach and only a 4 minute walk to the world famous Will Rogers Beach, also known as “Bay Watch Beach". We are excited to announce that Will Rogers State Beach just received an A rating for water quality from Heal the Bay. This charming bungalow is perfect for couples or families with 2 children. Two Bedrooms, two bathrooms, a King size bed in the Master Bedroom and two twins in the 2nd Bedroom. We are happy to accommodate 5 people as long as one is a small child that can use a pack and play. House features include complete privacy behind beautiful Redwood Fence and Gate. There is a spacious Indoor/Outdoor Room for entertaining and relaxing. Other features include Free Wi-Fi High Speed Internet connectivity, DirectTV, all new Stainless Steel appliances, 50' LED Flat screen HD television, beautiful floor to ceiling brick gas Fireplace in the Living Room, a four person Jacuzzi Hot Tub and mini ping pong table for the kids. Parking is provided for one car on the property as well as ample street parking.

The Heart House does not have central air conditioning. We do have a portable unit that we can set up for you. It will cool the master bedroom down but not the whole house. Because we are located so close to the beach we rarely even need it. All the rooms are equipped with ceiling fans that do a wonderful job cooling the rooms.
Seven restaurants are easily accessible within a 2 minute walk, as well as a small market and liquor store.
No keys to deal with or lose during your stay. Both the Front Gate and Front Door to the house is controlled by an Electronic Door lock and both use the same pass-code, for your convenience! You simply get a 4 digit code to make your stay that much easier.

The Santa Monica Canyon, historically known for its artists writers, and musicians as well as Hollywood industry types, retains a charm and casual sophistication for which Los Angeles is so famous. You will immediately feel relaxed and at home.
Not only is your ideal vacation bungalow close to the beach, but you also have easy access to Santa Monica, Pacific Palisades, Malibu and all of Los Angeles, including West Los Angeles, Westwood, Brentwood and all of Western Los Angeles County. UCLA, Pepperdine, The Getty Museum, Third Street Promenade in Santa Monica, Westwood, Beverly Hills, Hollywood and Universal Studios are all an easy drive. And Six Flags Magic Mountain, Disneyland and Knott’s Berry Farm are all within an hour’s drive. And if Art and Culture is your thing, there are too many places to list here within an hour’s drive.

Property manager

Tim & Carole McDaniel

Languages

English

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 26
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No large parties allowed.

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
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 and a deadlock

We should mention

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

About the area

Santa Monica

Located in Santa Monica Canyon, a neighbourhood in Santa Monica, this holiday home is in the mountains and near the beach. Hollywood Boulevard and Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Santa Monica Beach and Venice Beach. Travelling with kids? Don't miss Hollywood Walk of Fame and Universal Studios Hollywood. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with rock climbing and horse riding.
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Santa Monica, CA

What's nearby

  • Santa Monica Beach - 7 min walk
  • Third Street Promenade - 3 min drive
  • Ocean Avenue - 4 min drive
  • Santa Monica Pier - 5 min drive
  • Venice Beach - 15 min drive

Getting around

  • Expo/Bundy Station - 7 min drive
  • Los Angeles Union Station - 20 min drive
  • Los Angeles Intl. (LAX) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Gracias Señor - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Palisades Garden Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Back on the Beach Cafe - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Primo Passo Coffee - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Panda Express - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is HEART HOUSE AT THE BEACH! 1 block from the beach in our comfy bungalow. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at HEART HOUSE AT THE BEACH! 1 block from the beach in our comfy bungalow. ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at HEART HOUSE AT THE BEACH! 1 block from the beach in our comfy bungalow. ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is HEART HOUSE AT THE BEACH! 1 block from the beach in our comfy bungalow. located?

This family-friendly Santa Monica holiday home is located in the mountains, within a 10-minute walk of Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area and Santa Monica Beach. Santa Monica Pier is 2.1 mi (3.4 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lisa E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a great little house.
Great location. Great house managers. Great little place with privacy but still in the middle of everything.
Stayed 33 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Derek E., New York

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exceptional property in a heavenly location
We have been to Los Angeles numerous times, but have never stayed near the beach. After a month at the Heart House in Santa Monica Canyon, we will never stay anywhere else. The house was just perfect, with every single amenity provided. Lisa and Colette were helpful and readily available at all times. We fell in love with Santa Monica Canyon: beach walks and big rides, sunsets, and secret stairs. Highly, highly recommend!
Stayed 31 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kristen M., Kansas

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy home
Very nice private & cozy home just a short 5 minute walk from the beach!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Brett L., North Haven, CT USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great family place
Stayed here over Christmas with my wife and two daughters. Great location, close to everything: the beach, Santa Monica waterfront and shopping, PCH and other highways, etc. Location was quiet and private. Overall, an excellent place that we'd book again.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Richard C., Randolph, NJ

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A lovely stay
A lovely stay, beautiful property, great location, brilliant hosts
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Craig O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exactly as advertised
Wonderful stay with very accomodationg hosts. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location & exceptional owners!
We spent Thanksgiving week at the Heart House with our son who is in California for work. The house was a perfect home away from home for our family and Collette & Lisa went above & beyond to help make our stay a wonderful experience!

10/10 Excellent

Kathy S., Redlands

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Piece of Heaven
From my first contact with Colette to final texts with Lisa, the experience at The Heart House was wonderful. Both Lisa and Colette possess such infectious happiness and a love for making the rental experience smooth and easy. I rented this home after being canceled in by another listing just days before a trip to UCLA Bruin Family Weekend. I'm so grateful that cancellation happened and led me to The Heart House. The home is nestled behind privacy fences and is like a little oasis. Lush greenery all around makes for views from every window. The home is decorated beautifully and homey. Not a single detail forgotten for comfort. It is a short walk to the beach, and a quick drive to many great places to eat. I could have stayed for weeks and been thoroughly happy! Thank you for everything!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Margaret B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Work / Pleasure Trip
Wonderful stay at this property for both work and pleasure. Great location, wonderful house and Colette was the perfect host.

10/10 Excellent

Randy E., Langley BC

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little home
Great little house, minutes to everything Santa Monica has to offer. Love the hot tub! Home came exactly as advertised and provide everything we needed . little bit busier location but wasn’t really a big factor for us. Master bedroom mattress could use an upgrade
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic property in palisades /Santa Monica area
We had a great stay at Heart House. Perfect for a trio of friends on a birthday weekend. We walked to beach, enjoyed the hot tub and was perfect location to get to everything quickly. Quiet and private property. Would definitely stay there again on our next visit
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Katherine M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous house in a great location
Three of us from Europe - two adults, one teen - had a wonderful stay at Heart House. Colette is extremely responsive, helpful and professional and left us with comprehensive recommendations on activities, shopping and dining. The house is well-equipped with everything you need for the beach, a barbecue and hot tub - and the ping-pong was a real hit! Everything inside and in the garden was immaculate and very clean. The location is great for the beach and downtown Santa Monica and a short hop from the Pacific Coast Highway for exploring the coastline to the North. We would highly recommend Heart House and hope to be able to return soon.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Karl Maximilian M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a very good time and would love to come back
Everything was ideal so that we had a very good vacation
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Leonard L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great House Near The Beach
The Heart House was excellent for our family of four for a week in LA. 2 blocks from the beach, close to Santa Monica, short drives to Hollywood, Beverly Hills, Malibu. This house is exactly as it looks in the pictures. Colette was waiting for us when we arrived and showed us around the property. She was extremely helpful and knowledgeable. Even helped us find a place to buy a Santa Monica Christmas ornament in July! We really liked having the grill and hot tub in the evenings. Beds were comfortable, kitchen was perfect for a small family. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Tonny W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best Location
Great cottage in a perfect location. Easy access to the Santa Monica hub bub, serene beach, both Getty’s and shopping/restaurants. Ideal for a family. Nice addition of a hot tub and beach paraphernalia.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Karen C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location!
We had a wonderful stay in this cozy little house near the beach. Would stay there again anytime.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Chris S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location!
Collette and Lisa were very accommodating and the heart house was the perfect place for our family to get away for a short stay. We look forward to returning in the future. The property is within walking distance to the beach and very close to the Montana street shopping district. Very clean, well equipped and felt like home!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

David B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
July Stay
We are a family of four - property was as advertised. Everything is provided. Property managers are outstanding. Location is good, though the main road is busy and loud at times - house though insulates that well. No air-conditioning built in, just fans, but we didn't need aircon whilst we were there. Would stay again.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kristen L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location
We had a wonderful experience with the Heart House. The home was well taken care of and fit our family of four perfectly. We enjoyed the ease of getting to the beach, renting bikes close by and eating at the local beach cafe...all within walking distance of the Heart House. Colette welcomed us when we arrived and made sure we had everything we needed. And she was only a phone call/text away if we needed her. I would highly recommend staying in this lovely home.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Julie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great beach cottage
We had a wonderful girls weekend at the heart house. My daughters loved coming home after a long day and relaxing in the jacuzzi ❤️Thanks for everything!

10/10 Excellent

Lesley P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beach Trip
Great location. Enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Paula S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful
Great place to stay. Spacious and quiet and easy access to Westside. Loved it!!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Donna B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Return Visit
Second visit for a restful vacation. Location and house are perfect.

8/10 Good

Anne L., Prescott, AZ

Charming cottage by the beach
We absolutely loved our visit at the Heart House. Colette was very attentive upon our arrival and made us feel at home. The location was ideal and the interior was charming. The beds were very comfortable and the home was well furnished with everything we needed to make the stay comfortable. The free secure parking and hot tub were a bonus.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

About the host

Hosted by Tim & Carole McDaniel

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The owners of this lovely beach bungalow chose us to represent their property to help guarantee your stay in their home will be a vacation dream come true. We both live and work in Santa Monica and love being part of this amazing beach community. We have a wealth of information about the area and are here to assist you in any way we can.

Why they chose this property

You can walk everywhere. If your #1 priority is the beach walk down the block, through the tunnel and you've arrived. Do you like Fine Dining, rustic Italian, Margaritas and Mexican Food? You'll pass them all on the way to the beach! Forgot your sunscreen, razor or missing your favorite magazine? That too is a short walk away at your local convenience store. Our property is perfect for young families. With a fully gated front yard you can let the kids run around while you relax on the front porch or in the hot tub.

What makes this property unique

The Heart House is the perfect vacation spot because you never have to use your car once you arrive. You can rent bikes right on the bike path and ride up and down the coast or walk to the beach and neighborhood restaurants and bars. Or...it is the perfect location to use as a home base as you explore the many different attractions this world class city has to offer. You choose!

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English
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