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Beautiful Pasadena Neighborhood- Detached Guest House with Garden

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Guest house entrance
Living room is downstairs
Use of patio next to guest house
Garden in backyard
Stairs are steep!

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 265.0 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Mountain view

Explore the area

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Pasadena, CA
  • California Institute of Technology
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Pasadena Convention Center
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Rose Bowl Stadium
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Pasadena, CA (JPD-Pasadena Heliport)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Beautiful Pasadena Neighborhood- Detached Guest House with Garden

A cozy, sweet, 2-story, 1 bedroom unit. Living room & TV are downstairs. Bedroom, bathroom, and kitchen/dining are upstairs. Please note it may be a bit small for tall people. The stairs are also a bit steep and narrow.
Located in one of Pasadena's most beautiful and architecturally distinguished neighborhoods, Madison Heights. Huntington Gardens and Cal Tech are both close by. Walking distance/ short drive to TJ’s & grocery stores, coffee, & restaurants. Old Town Pasadena is less than a mile away.
The unit has an adjacent private patio and garden, as well as a large covered outdoor table. House has 5Gwifi and cable television. A/C and Heat. We have tandem parking in the driveway, shared with host overnight. If you prefer to street park, permits are available online for $3/night. Rosy the Goldendoodle lives on property. She is very sweet and would love to meet you!

Property manager

Philip Nix
Premier Host

Languages

English, French

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Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Mountain view
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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 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 first aid kit

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Pasadena

Located in Pasadena, this holiday home is in the city centre. Rose Bowl Stadium and Hollywood Boulevard are notable landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Citadel Outlets and Universal CityWalk. Check out an event or a game at Dodger Stadium, and consider making time for Los Angeles Zoo, a top attraction not to be missed. Relax and indulge in the area's health/beauty spas, or seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Pasadena, CA

What's nearby

  • California Institute of Technology - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Pasadena Playhouse - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Pasadena Convention Center - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • The Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens - 7 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Rose Bowl Stadium - 7 min drive - 5.6 km

Getting around

  • Fillmore Station - 12 min walk
  • Pasadena Station - 18 min walk
  • Burbank, CA (BUR-Hollywood Burbank) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Burger King - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Shake Shack - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Lucky Boy - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Howlin’ Ray's Pasadena - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Buffalo Wild Wings - ‬19 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful Pasadena Neighborhood- Detached Guest House with Garden pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful Pasadena Neighborhood- Detached Guest House with Garden ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful Pasadena Neighborhood- Detached Guest House with Garden ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful Pasadena Neighborhood- Detached Guest House with Garden located?

Located in the heart of Pasadena, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of California Institute of Technology and Pasadena Convention Center. Pasadena Playhouse and Pasadena City Hall are also within 2 miles (3 km). Fillmore Station is 12 minutes by foot and Pasadena Station is 18 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 71 out of 79 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 79 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cherie K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely place in lovely spot
We loved this spot. Very thoughtful touches upon arrival - coffee and snacks waiting for us. Spotless place in a lovely neighborhood. Enjoyed communing with Rosy the labradoodle!
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Charming and serene
This was the perfect home base for visiting family in Pasadena and LA, with comfortable, charming accommodations, gracious hosts, and a lovely neighborhood. We were within walking distance to everything in Pasadena.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2017

10/10 Excellent

Bill R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
living the life in Pasadena
What a quant and comfortable place to stay. It meets and exceeds my needs to stay near old town Pasadena, Cal Tech and Huntington Gardens. I highly recommend staying here (except when I want stay here!).
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharon L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful
Old Pasadena is a delightful area. I actually drive into the museums in LA . I deal with traffic but I feel so safe staying in the VRBO.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Josh S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice little place
Great location, very quiet, close to everything we wanted to see. If you are over 6 feet tall the shower will be a bit cramped, but it's a small concession for the calmness and simplicity you'll get here. Very nice.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrea M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful and charming guest cottage!
This little guest cottage is beautiful and very well-maintained. It is on a lovely piece of property and in a stunning neighborhood that is very relaxing and beautiful to walk around. The owners were fantastic, and communication was very easy. This is a great little place to stay if you are by yourself or perhaps a couple. It also has a beautiful little garden area. This is a wonderful property, and I would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Summer B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
LOVE IT!
I would totally stay here again! This place has all the good things: great location in a quiet neighborhood, lovely yard, lovely art and books and well set up--so California, a very comfortable bed, and so many added items that were unexpected, like coffee, 1/2 & 1/2, wine, Trader Joes items...It is a wonderful place to stay! The communication with the hosts was easy and they responded quickly. I would definitely stay here again the next time I'm in Pasadena!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donna F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming and comfortable!
This was a perfect place for my husband and I to stay for a long weekend to visit my mom who lives just two blocks away. I grew up in the area so for me it was very nostalgic to be in this adorable historic neighborhood! Th unit is very cozy and comfortable. So well maintained and stocked with anything you might need! Or anything you might have forgotten. A lovely welcome basket with snacks was such a nice touch. Hope to stay again soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joel M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Delightful Place to Stay in Pasadena
A delightful place to stay. Spotlessly clean place on a super quiet street in an attractive and very safe neighborhood of homes. Location was fine, about a 20 minute walk to restaurants, etc. Every possible amenity was provided and neatly and easily found. Sure, the shower is small, though bigger than anticipated and easily managed. Hosts could not have been nicer or more helpful. Highly recommended!
Stayed 13 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharon L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful
I enjoy staying at this property. In fact I don’t want to leave after I get there. The neighborhood is SAFE and the houses have lots of character. Traders Joe’s, Starbucks, and Whole Foods are just a few that are close by. I like staying In Pasadena (30-45 minutes to LA) I wouldn’t feel comfortable staying in LA.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

John A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We love Pasadena
We were visiting friends in Pasadena and attending the local museums. We selected the property because of its proximity to the Metro, Old Town and the museums. Gorgeous and quiet neighborhood for morning walks, convenient location for all our needs. It was 109 degrees when we arrived. We ran air conditioning in the property and were comfortable the entire time. The property was stocked with pretty much anything you might want. We have stayed at numerous locations through VRBO and this may have been the most thoughtfully organized property we have seen. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julianne D.

clean, classy, comfortable and artful
This is our second time staying at this venue. Phil is kind, generous, and available for what you may need. The rental is in a beautiful area and artfully decorated. There are many comforts including a stocked fridge with snacks and a welcome bottle of wine. I am almost reluctant to recommend it as I always hope it will be available when I come to Pasadena. Truly, you cannot do better.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2018

10/10 Excellent

Annie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely in every way!
This was a great place to stay - I was doing research at the Huntington Library for a few days, and this was perfect for my needs. The kitchen is very well equipped, the bathroom is incredibly well stocked, there were snacks on the counter and wine (and half and half!) in the fridge - everything was truly lovely. Esmé was a great communicator and made sure everything went well. I would definitely stay here again and would give 6 stars if I could! Note: the descriptions about the steep stairs and low ceilings are accurate. I'm fit and short (5'3") so it didn't matter at all.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracey A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Home away from home
very amiable and helpful hosts. super friendly dog. we would definitely stay here again
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pasadena pleasure
The guest house where we stayed was clean and extremely well equipped. The hosts were delightful. We’d definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sharon L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A too short of stay in a VRBO.
The only problem was that I had to leave. The neighborhood was well kept up 100 year old houses. If I lived in the area I would walk constantly to enjoy the area. Great hosts, great back yard, darling place close to the Huntington Museum, Norton Simon Museum, Gamble House.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Janice M., Baltimore

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Pasadena House
This place is terrific! Esmé was wonderful to talk to & made sure that we had everything we could ask for. There were bananas in the kitchen, eggs in the fridge & pasta in the pantry. I would stay here again in a heartbeat. Hope we were great guests as well.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sue M., La Selva Beach CA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Darling Place
Great place to stay. I was impressed by the attention to details, coffee service, and even some food for breakfast. We appreciated the Wine, the ambience, and the gracious hosts. Very lovely to take a run or walk in Neiborhood. Good restaurants near by. I’d highly recommend this cute and well located place.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Eugene D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Very cute and quant property. Very nice and accommodating owners. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Steven G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
San Marino pasadena
Very nice
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joe Y., OAKLAND

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Winter in Pasadena
First time visit to this quirky / artsy bungalow. Fit the bill! Clean, well stocked & excellent location. People were friendly & easy going… It is small but big enough for two. Patio was a plus! Be aware, not a good fit for big or tall people. Shower is tight not built for anyone over 5’ 10”…
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Faye P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Short stay in the heart of Pasadena
I loved staying here and hope to do so again. The unit was small-ish but very comfortable, with a lovely kitchen and bathroom, a separate living room on the ground floor and lovely outdoor space. It’s located a short walk to Colorado Blvd and Lake Street, so near all the good stuff to see. My hosts also left a snack basket (with great snacks), a bottle of wine and food for breakfast the first day. Comfortable space, food, wine and location. What more does anyone need?
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022

8/10 Good

Cindy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean and convenient, quiet location
The property was in a great location and the hosts were very attentive to our needs. The kitchen was well-stocked with goodies upon arrival, which was thoughtful and very much appreciated. The stairs were a bit of a challenge with the kitchen being located upstairs with the bathroom and bedroom. Suggestion, it might be more convenient to have the bedroom located downstairs, where the closet was located...just a suggestion. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Amy A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
Great place
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

About the host

Hosted by Philip Nix

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This house has been in our family for over forty years. While regularly upgraded it retains the charm of an early 20th century home. As a young couple we first moved to this area in 1972. with our one year old son. Shortly after my wife's mother moved in down the street into this address. After years in Sonoma County after retirement we returned to be close to family and the interests and variety of urban life in a beautiful city. Pasadena has a long and fascinating history with all the glitter of now and the charm of a gracious past.

Why they chose this property

As the reviews mention very often, the area is beautiful and suited to great walks. It is generally convenient but much more personal than a hotel.

Languages:

English, French

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