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Charming 2 BR/2BTH Topanga Canyon cottage

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View off the front of property to the Northwest.
Front entrance to property, a historic hunting cabin built in 1925
Front walk along home; parking is out front down stairs to gravel drive.
Comfy seating for five.
More comfy seating at the other end of the deck, accessible from both bedrooms.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 492.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Map
Topanga, CA
  • Topanga State Park
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Candy Cane Lane
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Santa Monica Beach
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Van Nuys, CA (VNY)
    ‪42 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Futon

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower

Bathroom 2

Shower only

Spaces

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

About this property

Charming 2 BR/2BTH Topanga Canyon cottage

This knoll top home with canyon views off the front and back reflects my love of original art, travel, and the outdoors. We're unique in our location, privacy and vibe. Unlike a lot of Canyon homes, we get a lot of sunlight, literally from dawn to dusk. Past guests have commented the best time to enjoy the home is at sunset, hanging on the deck, letting the day wind down. We also enjoy being part of a independent minded community that relishes it's relationship with nature and privacy.

Property manager

Mary Dippel

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
We ask that all dogs stay off the furniture and couches. If dogs are inclined to lounge, there is a basket of dog blankets in the front bedroom.
If you have friends over, please ask first! We want to know who is in the home. No parties!
Please have fun and enjoy the hiking trails just off the property!

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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

Topanga

Located in Sylvia Park, a neighbourhood in Topanga, this holiday home is in the mountains. Santa Monica Pier and Sunset Strip 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. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Topanga, CA

What's nearby

  • Topanga State Park - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Candy Cane Lane - 14 min drive - 14.5 km
  • Santa Monica Pier - 22 min drive - 20.6 km
  • Santa Monica Beach - 24 min drive - 16.7 km
  • University of California, Los Angeles - 27 min drive - 34.8 km

Getting around

  • Bob Hope Airport Station - 31 min drive
  • Van Nuys, CA (VNY) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Braemar Country Club Members' Grille - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Cafe On 27 - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Casa Nostra Ristorante - ‬20 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming 2 BR/2BTH Topanga Canyon cottage pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Charming 2 BR/2BTH Topanga Canyon cottage?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming 2 BR/2BTH Topanga Canyon cottage?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Charming 2 BR/2BTH Topanga Canyon cottage located?

Located in Sylvia Park, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area and Topanga State Park. Westfield Promenade Shopping Mall and Topanga State Beach are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 55 out of 59 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 59 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 59 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 59 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 59 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Leah H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I Love Topanga
Love this home and location. Absolutely love the outdoor space created by the host !
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Zach R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Topanga Getaway
Really nice outdoor spaces to enjoy nature. Would come back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fiona M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Topanga oasis
This is a beautiful home and Mary is a lovely host. My favorite part of the visit was the multiple outdoor spaces where we spent mornings and evenings gazing at the views of the canyons.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kerri O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming
We absolutely loved this VRBO. The outside area is just gorgeous and the views are incredible. Had some hummingbirds visit us several times on the deck. It was comfortable and it was well stocked with kitchen and bathroom items. This host is super friendly. We enjoyed our communication with her.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Frederic B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
stay La Quinta
house is perfect, kitchen is great with excellent equipment AV equipment perfect, Al the host is very accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vidya E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic stay in beautiful location.
We had a wonderful time on a friend’s trip to LA and staying in Mary’s home. The home itself is beautiful, clean and comfortable and set in the most amazing backdrop of the canyon. While it was a wet weekend, we took advantage of Mary’s recommendations for food and really appreciate her sending us her sharing them with us. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

George R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed our stay.
Beautiful spot. Can hike into the canyon directly from the property. No off-street parking. Be aware that space for cars is extremely limited.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debra S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful getaway
This home and outdoor spaces are fabulous! Mary was always available for questions. Very special place in beautiful Topanga!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful
We had an amazing time here. Beautiful home with hiking trails just right outside. It was a very relaxing time. A real peaceful setting inside and out. Host was excellent.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Malea C., San Francisco, CA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing and great outdoors
This was the second time we stayed at the property and it was even better this time. We were able to hike, go for a short 15 min drive to the beach, and just relax on the great porch. This property feels very remote, but is close to cafes, stores, and a short drive from lots of city amenities.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Patty D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great cottage in a beautiful location
My husband, myself and another couple stayed for 3 nights and we all loved it. The house has a charming atmosphere and the kitchen was extremely well stocked. The views of Topanga Canyon from the house are breathtaking and you would never know you were in LA. We would definitely stay here again. Mary was extremely responsive to all of our communication and wanted to make sure we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Malea C., San Francisco, CA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful and relaxing
Mary’s home is the perfect balance of being in nature and still close to city amenities. All of the outdoor seating and lounging areas were great for reading under the trees, swinging in the hammock, or getting sun on the deck. I would (and have) recommend this property to anyone that wants to experience Topanga Canyon.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Fae G., santa cruz

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Real
It was special to stay in a house that actually was lived in and loved instead of a sterile vacation rental. Communication was always extremely fast and the light up there is just gorgeous.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Jim R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Topanga house
Enjoyed our brief stay at your house. Would have liked to stay longer and walk the local trails. Maybe next time. Hope we left everything in acceptable condition. Thx Mary
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Charles B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Everything good!
Overall very positive. The street it is on is very narrow road making parking tight. Other than that if you like the vibe in the pictures it is a 10
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Harrison H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
LA without the LA
If you read any negative reviews about this place; most likely the guest didn't read the descriptions. The pictures and descriptions are spot on. It is an old hippie house, clean as a whistle, with more character than a movie set, up a steep hill at the end of a oneway street; which is a GOOD thing. Go to some of the spectacular farmers markets the host recommends and get groceries. Come home and prepare a meal in one of the most appointed kitchens of any VRBO I've stayed in. Enjoy the quiet calm of the patio of your choice with tranquil mountain views in all directions. It's hard to believe you are a short drive from LA and not in Montana. This will be my go to spot in LA from now on.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Audris W.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Really Beautiful
We came to visit some family and had a really nice time hiking and exploring the area around the property. The view of the canyons from all angles of the home was gorgeous and picturesque. Would recommended bringing detergent if you're looking to use the washer/dryer but the home had most things that we needed. Clean for the most part except for the shower curtains that we sprayed some cleaner on for mold.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
As advertised and more
What an amazing way to get closer to nature. We only live 6 miles from this house, but it made us feel like we were a million miles away which is exactly what we were looking for. The inside of the house is great, but we spent most of the time outside enjoying the views and seeing and hearing the birds chirpping. The outside deck is great. Whether you are coming from near or far, this is a great place to disconnect and get back to reality.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spectacular Stay!
Such a treat to stay in this wonderfully peaceful haven on top of your very own hill! 360 degree views of the canyon. Superb sunrises, sunsets and stargazing. Mary is an awesome host and was very available to answer questions. Mary’s home is so thoughtfully decorated and extremely well equipped. The kitchen is very well stocked with cookware, gadgets, knives, dishes… everything you need to cook great meals, just bring your groceries…or have them Instacarted! Such a cozy retreat in a gorgeous setting. Thank you Mary, for sharing your beautiful home with us. Jack and MIchelle
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carla D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful Retreat
Our week-long stay at Mary's home was exactly what we needed during Thanksgiving Week. We had a beautiful space, both inside and out, we could enjoy and feel like we'd "gotten away from it all." At the same time, we were in close proximity to family in the valley. Mary's attention to detail was impeccable. We are so thankful she was willing to let us have our dogs with us, and it was clear how much she loves her own. To be able to hike in the canyon right from the property was delightful. The indoor space was perfect for the two of us, and the outdoor deck and porch space was really amazing. The peace and tranquility the landscaping and water features added were another lovely layer. This was truly an exceptional find.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Jean-Pierre L., Luxembourg, Luxembourg

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming, functional canyon house (but a bit dated)
The most important thing is that we all slept very well in this top of the canyon house. It's small but it easily fit the 4 of us. The furniture and the AC systems are a bit dated, but they work. Beds are comfortable. The location is super quiet, which we liked a lot. The road to the house is steep. You park at the front of the house in a street that is too narrow to u-turn so you have to backup until you get to a neighbor's driveway to turn the car around. Communication with the owner was easy and smooth.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Flannery M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exactly as Described/Reviewed! :-)
I don’t really have much to add that the reviews haven’t already established. Yes, the driveway is steep. No, there aren’t handrails leading up to the property. Yes, the property is relatively small, but enough for a cozy group of 4. Yes, Mary is friendly and communicative. The view is spectacular and the property is familiar, comforting, and perhaps a little inspiring. :-) If you’re looking for a wholesome, quirky getaway in a beautiful environment, this is the place!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelley R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy relaxing retreat
Sylvia Park is a cozy house at the top of a canyon road situated near Topanga State Park, a quick drive to Malibu, Santa Monica and Calabasas area. The house was a perfect retreat for my husband and I looking for a relaxing stay while in town for a concert and visiting our daughter in college. While the CA weather did not fully cooperate with our visit, overcast and rainy, the house was a great place to sit and read, hang out, while enjoying the views. The kitchen was well stocked with anything you would need to prepare a meal. Furnishings are homey and eclectic with interesting art and travel pieces. As mentioned in another review, the road to the house is a bit steep and windy, and you will have to have some backing out skills. I recommend arriving while still light out, as driving the road for the first time in the dark could be a bit stressful. :) Mary was an awesome host, reaching out early to confirm stay, communicated last minute details, and gave us some great restaurant recommendations. If we visit again, hope to get more use out of the patio views and hiking options.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynn C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A slice of paradise
Mary’s place is lovingly appointed with everything you need to relax and enjoy this beautiful part of California. Well laid out, comfy beds and exceptional views indoors and out. Take the hikes she recommends!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nathan M., Austin, Tx

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Adorable, quaint, beautiful vista
This is a lovely quaint home with a great bohemian casita vibe, beautiful views from all angles, great porches, and a well furnished interior.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

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