Casita Charm, Cozy Character

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Curb appeal in a tranquil, upscale residential neighborhood. (Front house)

Soothe and relax with the soaker tub caddy.

Ship lap wall. Streaming televisions, plus local channels.

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Exceptional

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 546.5 sq m

Popular amenities

Washer

Pet-friendly

Barbecue grill

Parking available

Outdoor space

Kitchen

Explore the area

Long Beach, CA

The Rinks - Lakewood ICE

3 min drive

Long Beach Memorial Medical Center

4 min drive

California State University, Long Beach

7 min drive

Long Beach, CA (LGB-Long Beach Municipal)

10 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bunk Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen

Dining

Living area

Exterior

About this property

Soak away in a vintage clawfoot tub in this historic Spanish-revival guest house with private entry and very private patio ideal for grilling, al fresco meals, sipping drinks, and relaxing with family or friends in a charming setting. Quaint, quiet character and today’s luxury in a restored, private casita. Work trip? Family holiday? If you can manage small spaces, Casita Gundry is a perfect, unique tiny spot to host your SoCal getaway. No cleaning fee.

Casita Gundry is part of a quiet, residential, historic neighborhood in Long Beach with tree-lined streets and loads of charm. Walking distance to great restaurants and shopping in uptown Bixby Knolls/California Heights historic district of Long Beach. Five minutes from Long Beach Airport (LGB), Casita Gundry has close highway access and is a perfect spot central to LA and Orange County (and not far from San Diego) for discovering and exploring all of Southern California.

- 15 min. (Beaches, Queen Mary, harbor/cruises, Aquarium of the Pacific, Long Beach Convention Ctr.)
- 30 min. (Disneyland, LAX Airport, hiking, Knott's Berry Farm)
- 45 min. (Universal Studios, Hollywood, Downtown LA, Santa Monica Pier, John Wayne SNA Airport)
- 90 min. (San Diego)

This cozy and remodeled casita offers a private entrance, quaint full kitchenette, and private patio/yard with grill. It features 500 sq. ft of living space, a restored vintage clawfoot soaker tub with shower combo, AC/heat, walk-in closet, private laundry, and streaming televisions with local channels in each bedroom. All three mattresses are very comfortable. Casita Gundry comfortably sleeps 1 to 3 adults, with a maximum occupancy of 5 guests (max occupancy may feel a bit snug.) Up to 2 pets allowed with pre-approval from host. Contactless check-in and accommodations. Using a virtual key, guests are welcome to self-check-in and access the casita’s smart lock through their own mobile phones. However, guests also have the option to be greeted by a host upon arrival. 2 driveway parking spaces (tandem/uncovered) exclusive to guests. There is no dedicated inside eating area. We encourage dining al fresco on the private garden patio. Since neighborhood is residential, there is a 10 pm noise curfew. No smoking. No parties. Compliant with enhanced cleaning, disinfecting, and hosting reservation guidelines. Local points of interest and recommendations can be found in the Casita Gundry Home Manual. If any concerns, carefully study floor plan of Casita Gundry provided at time of booking and feel free to reach out to the on-site host (Lars) for local tips/recommendations or with questions.

Property manager

Lars Sahanaja

Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

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Kitchen

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 18

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

One or two pets. Must be pre-approved by host.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Guests wishing to bring a pet must secure pre-approval from host prior to arrival. Reservation subject to cancellation if pet not suitable for casita.

For energy efficiency, limit excessive electrical appliance usage. Do not set air conditioning thermostat below 73 degrees.

Noise curfew is 10 pm in our residential neighborhood. (Quiet hours 10 pm to 8 am)

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

Property Registration Number NRP22-01058

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Long Beach

Located in Cal Heights, a neighbourhood in Long Beach, this holiday home is next to a golf course and near the beach. RMS Queen Mary and Medieval Times are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Long Beach Cruise Terminal and World Cruise Center. Aquarium of the Pacific and Knott's Berry Farm are not to be missed. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking.

Long Beach, CA

What's nearby

Long Beach Convention and Entertainment Center - 9 min drive
Aquarium of the Pacific - 10 min drive
RMS Queen Mary - 12 min drive
Long Beach Cruise Terminal - 12 min drive
Port of Long Beach - 15 min drive

Getting around

Wardlow Station - 3 min drive
Commerce Station - 20 min drive
Long Beach, CA (LGB-Long Beach Municipal) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

‪Fantastic Burgers - ‬13 min walk
‪Island Pacific Seafood Market - ‬18 min walk
‪Nonna Mercato - ‬17 min walk
‪Jack In The Box - ‬14 min walk
‪Rad Coffee - ‬15 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Casita Charm, Cozy Character pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Casita Charm, Cozy Character?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Casita Charm, Cozy Character?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Casita Charm, Cozy Character located?

Located in Cal Heights, this golf holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of The Rinks - Lakewood ICE, Long Beach Memorial Medical Center and Rancho Los Cerritos Historic Area. Long Beach Convention and Entertainment Center and Aquarium of the Pacific are also within 6 miles (10 km). Wardlow Station is 30 minutes by foot.

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Amber S.

17 July 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Casita Gundry

Loved our experience!! We have no complaints, Kody our Shih Tzu loved it too. We’re from Arizona and can’t be out so long with this heat, definitely will be coming back!

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Abimael P.

9 July 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Intimate and a Memory Maker

I’ve never had a host as responsive as Lars. Seriously, his responsiveness helped so much in making sure this stay would be as memorable as possible. Casita Gundry was intimate, cozy, and just know it is small, but even with my group pushing the limits of guest size (recommended three but maximum 5), we were able to make it work and enjoy the space entirely. Casita Gundry if anything, is an amazing memory maker, being able to turn a space as intimate as it is, into orbs of light you’ll remember forever. Thank you so much Lars, thank you for the sweet treats given, and for curating such a beautiful and clean space.

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara B.

1 July 2024

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Great accomadations

Casita Gundry was a great place to regroup and rest after a long day with family . The host, Lars, made our stay so comfortable. Making sure we had everything we needed….right from the beginning!

Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily C.

22 Feb 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy and Comfortable

We had a fantastic stay at Casita Gundry! Check in was so easy and we were exhausted after a late flight in from the east coast. Imagine our delight when we woke up the next morning to eggs and incredible pastries waiting for us in the fridge. It was such a blessing to take breakfast off our plate...or put it on rather. LOL Plus the home was just 3 mins from our family we were there to visit - we will absolutely be back!

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

21 July 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute Casita

This was a very cute small home. Lars was so hospitable leaving us with cookies and some delicious baked goods from a local bakery. Home was stocked with everything needed and would definitely stay again on any future trips.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Madeline K L.

6 June 2023

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Lars redefines being a good host!

Lars and his accommodations were amazing! Loved the neighborhood, accessibility, and the charm of Casita Gundry, both inside and outside. His communication beforehand made checking in very smooth, and his preparation with information throughout the home was helpful as well. I absolutely loved the decor and comfort from the bedding to the claw foot tub! Highlight of my stay in Long Beach!

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Samuel K.

5 Apr 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hi

Nice nice little place. We had a great stay. I would recommend. Lars was an excellent host.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Caleb C.

25 Mar 2023

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Wonderful stay

My wife, dog, and I enjoyed our stay. Lars was a wonderful host and has carefully and thoughtfully prepared the home to take care of anything we wanted or needed. Provided high quality recommendations of local restaurants and activities. We enjoyed getting some work done in the private backyard and letting our dog run around and nap in the grassy, fully fenced yard. Had a wonderful time and wouldn’t hesitate to stay here again the next time we’re in the area. Thanks to Lars for being such a wonderful host and sharing his home with us.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jodie R.

20 Mar 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely little casita in Long Beach

We had a lovely stay while on a girls college reunion weekend. Lars is fantastic and includes so many fun extras like freshly baked cookies and Sparkling cider. We absolutely loved the private patio and spent hours out there catching up. Parking is also fantastic. Tons of street parking as well as two dedicated driveway spots. I wish every rental property could be like this!i

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Edgar G.

16 June 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excelente

Muy satisfecho y cómodo

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mireya R.

10 Apr 2022

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Long Beach Casita

We had a great experience staying here with our 2-year old. The host is absolutely amazing

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

ron w.

10 Apr 2022

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Great place to enjoy

Very good host,place was well stocked he went over and beyond to make sure anything you need was there. Nice and cozy with a lot of restaurants close. Dog friendly which is a big plus , since our pets always travel with us. Thanks again

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jodi C.

12 Mar 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Adorable Southern CA Casita

We had a great experience staying here with our two dogs. The host is fantastic. The private outdoor courtyards are adorable and the host provided coffee for the morning! Would definitely stay here again.

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Pamela H.

25 Nov 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Really cute cottage in walkable neighborhood.

I would recommend this cottage. Definitely need car to get around and to Beach, but that’s pretty much all of California. Host is exceptional!

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ryan L.

2 Oct 2021

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Wonderful little casita in the Cal Heights neighborhood

The casita was a perfect home base for a short weekend stay in Long Beach visiting family. It's in a wonderful location in the Cal Heights neighborhood, great for walks and minutes away from Steelhead Coffee and the Blackbird cafe. The casita was very clean and had everything we needed. (Favorite part was the tranquil, private back patio) Lars was an amazing host, super easy to communicate with, immediately responding to any questions and offering tips and suggestions on the neighborhood. Highly recommended! Also don't miss the fresh baked cookies he leaves in the casita—delicious.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Katey C.

6 Aug 2021

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Quick getaway!

My besties and I needed a quick girls weekend to Southern California. We live in Vegas, so the drive is nothing. Lars is just the best host! He had everything so clean and ready for our arrival. It was the perfect fit for 4. He also had fresh basked cookies waiting for us. We will most definitely be back!

10/10 Excellent

Miranda S.

3 Aug 2021

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Perfectly cozy home with well-thought-through details!

Loved my stay at Casita Gundry! Every detail has been considered, and while the Casita is small, it has everything you could want. A/c worked perfectly. House was immaculately clean. Loved the contactless entry. Coffee pods were provided, and there were plenty of clean, nice dishes. Private back patio was shaded & quiet with citronella candles provided. Bathroom had all the amenities. It reminded me of boutique hotels in Tokyo, where they've mastered the art of offering superb hospitality when space is at a premium- you never feel lacking or like the space is 'tight.' And best of all, Lars left some yummy treats that I munched my way through. Can't recommend enough. Thank you so much for a great stay!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Megan C.

24 July 2021

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Great little gem in an awesome neighborhood!

Lars was a fantastic host, and we appreciated the privacy he gave us, while still being available to answer any questions we had and give excellent recommendations. The casita was so cute and the extra touch of having basics in the fridge ready for us ( like eggs and water) alongside homemade cookies was much appreciated. The property also had a great park within walking distance which was important to us as a family. We will definitely book here again during our next trip!

10/10 Excellent

Anne C., Seattle

19 July 2021

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Rivals a boutique hotel!

What can we say? From the artfully designed birthday message on the fridge & the amazing fresh pastries, cookies & fruit bowl to the helpful yet unobtrusive host, this was our best VRBO stay yet (and we are world travelers). Beautiful interior decoration & design & well appointed with high end toiletries, this was a 5 star experience in every way. So happy to have found a place to stay when visiting friends & family. Thank you!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

1 July 2021

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We’ll be back!

Lars was a great host! The space is perfect for a family who needs a basecamp to sleep and out to enjoy Long Beach. He thought of every little touch including the jar of homemade cookies and fresh pastries, a great touch and talked about daily by my 9 & 12 year olds. It is pet friendly with a great yard to roam & patio for the family to enjoy. We’ll definitely be back our next visit to SoCal!

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca M.

11 Apr 2021

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So perfect!

Loved everything about staying here! Not only is it just footsteps away from my family while we are in town, Lars as a host, was so amazing! From the super sweet location, accommodations, super cute cottage and yard, we were so welcomed and felt so cared for- from fresh pastries, fruit, coffee, eggs, .... everything was just perfect! Will definitely be back! Thank you, Lars!

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Erinn B., Santa Monica, California

31 Mar 2021

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A quaint LBC getaway

This place is so nice. Lars is one of the best host. Helpful in any way you may need, gives you your privacy and fresh baked cookies. My Vrbo experience was great.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

JooBin K.

22 Nov 2020

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Great stay!

Lars was an amazing host! Freshly baked cookies, Porto’s in the fridge and a cozy home? This experience was one of the most positive ones I have ever had!

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

4 Sept 2020

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Lovely space for work and relaxation

the host of this property is wonderful, thoughtful and pays attention to details. I booked this property for a buisness partner of mine and she absolutely felt like she was in a home away from home. Thank you Lars for making her trip so pleasent :)

Stayed 21 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Stacey S.

21 June 2020

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Everything we expected and more...

We had a very pleasant stay. The rental was comfy, clean, adorable and easy to find. Centrally located, so we didn't have to travel far when traveling around Long Beach. Lars provides everything you need: soft towels, wonderful bedding, cookies, coffee, and all other accoutrements needed to make your stay cushy and complete. A definite recommended! Thank you, Lars. :-)

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020

About the host

Hosted by Lars Sahanaja

Wonder and wander is my motto. I’m an art director for money. I travel and live life for fun.

Why they chose this property

I love it and want others
to love it too!

What makes this property unique

Complete privacy. Historic character with contemporary luxuries and conveniences. Private fully-fenced grassy yard for pets. Last-minute bookings welcome upon approval.