Vacation rentals in Santa Monica Canyon

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Apartment in Malibu
Idyllic, Romantic Beachfront Apartment in Malibu
Fall asleep to the sound of ocean waves in this charming beachfront apartment. The light, airy home features open-plan living and a wall of windows to maximize the amazing views. Enjoy drinks on the deck and a sunset over the water—it's pure bliss. This beachfront apartment is right above the sand and surf. At night the sounds of the sea will lull you to sleep. During the day, you can watch the sea lions sunning on the rocks and dolphins and whales swimming by or go for a walk along the water's edge and dive in yourself. This is an amazing place to have a glass of wine and watch the sunset and relax! In the evening, the lights of the "Queen's Necklace" glimmer in the distance and the moonlight shines on the water. The living room is cozy with two loveseats to snuggle in and watch a movie on the 50" flat screen TV. Three large sliding glass doors open up if you want to let the ocean breezes blow through. The kitchen is small but fully equipped with an apartment size stove and oven, a microwave, a Keurig coffee maker and a French press, tea kettle, toaster and all the dishes and pots and pans you need. A round table with linens provides a beautiful spot for morning coffee. The bedroom has a queen bed with a new organic mattress and designer sheets, pillows and duvet. There is a large closet with room to store your clothes. Books line the bookshelves if you'd like something to read. Mostly, this is just a quiet, beautiful space to put your feet up and really relax while watching the endless panorama of the natural world outside. And....if you want to feel like a movie star, the apartment was recently used as a glamorous setting in an independent film due out soon!!! Two-person kayak (life jackets available) Boogie Boards and a surfboard Television with premium channels (HBO, Showtime, etc.) Wi-Fi Shared entry gate with one other unit. My husband and I live in a small cottage above the apartment but the only shared space is the entry door. We rarely even see our guests. However, I am always available to answer questions or concerns but almost no one has them! Situated directly above the sand and surf, the home is in a residential area along the Malibu coast, away from the tourist areas. Take in the stars at night while strolling along the beach, or eat at one of the nearby restaurants right on the water. There is bus service available just a minute from the apartment that will take you into Santa Monica or the center of Malibu, or farther north to some of Malibu's more remote beaches. Uber is readily available. At high tide, the ocean may come right up to the seawall limiting beach availability. This all depends on the moon, the tides and the amount of sand that we have. This can really vary from day to day and depending on the season. This winter, rough seas washed away our private stairs to the beach, so guests need to use the public access stairs just a few houses away and a very short walk.
8–15 Feb
$1,378 NZD per night
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 317 reviews
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Bungalow in Santa Monica
Santa Monica Bungalow on Quiet Street North of Montana
Step through the carriage doors and into an open interior with polished concrete floors, plus a kitchen with navy cabinets and stone countertops. The bedroom comes with barn door, bamboo floors, and 55" HDTV, while a verdant garden awaits outside. Enter the guest house thru carriage doors to a first floor open living space with kitchen, sofa and 60'' HD flatscreen TV. Polished concrete floors and stone countertops. Exit to open, outdoor staircase leading to an upper bedroom with Cal-King Bed, bamboo floors, dresser, 55'' HD TV, comfortable bathroom with walk-in shower and vanity. Wifi / Cable / AC & Heating units in each room. Design is a mix of beach cottage with contemporary accents. 2 Blocks to beautiful Ocean Avenue to watch gorgeous California sunsets or walk to beach. 2 Blocks to Montana Avenue shopping and cafes. Close to Promenade and Metrolink. Unbeatable Location ! Our place is good for couples, solo adventurers, and business travelers. The bungalow is a separate guesthouse but owners are present on the property in the main house. Outside table with a bench and chairs are perfectly located for morning coffee lunch or evening cocktail. We live in the front house so feel free to reach out to us with any questions and/or concerns regarding your stay. Leave the car behind - the beach, restaurants, cafes, and shops, are all an easy walk away. Rent a bike nearby to explore further. Watch the sunset over the water from Ocean Avenue, 2 blocks away, while Metrolink and Promenade are also close. Rent a Hulu Bike for your stay. “On May 12, 2015, the Santa Monica City Council adopted the Home-Sharing Ordinance reiterating its ban on the rental of entire units as vacation rentals. The Home-Sharing Ordinance also legalized the short term rental of a portion of a person’s home when the host lives on-site throughout the visitor’s stay and when the host obtains a business license. Hosts are also required to collect and remit Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) if not collected and remitted by the hosting platform.” Our license #221557 is listed with the City of Santa Monica
24 Feb – 3 Mar
$699 NZD per night
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 254 reviews
Superhost
Guest suite in Santa Monica
Ocean View Santa Monica Beach Studio w/ fire pit
Hidden right between affluent Pacific Palisades and trendy Santa Monica, this gorgeous studio sits just above the Pacific Ocean, offers most amazing views over the beach and canyons, a separate entrance, outdoor bar to view the sunset and patio with a fire pit and an outdoor shower. You are only a few minutes walk to the beach, hike trails and the famous Santa Monica stairs are right next door! Stunning viewpoints, breathtaking sunsets and nearby beach and surf - a true Californian experience!
21–28 May
$610 NZD per night
4.88 out of 5 average rating, 248 reviews

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Home in Malibu
Luxury Modern Malibu Oasis - Ocean/Mountain views
3–10 May
$1,647 NZD per night
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 108 reviews
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Guest suite in Los Angeles
Great Location Brentwood Guesthouse
10–17 Feb
$398 NZD per night
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 289 reviews
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Apartment in Topanga
Topanga Modern Oasis Close to Beach
7–14 Jan
$232 NZD per night
4.91 out of 5 average rating, 562 reviews
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Tiny home in Topanga
ShangriLaLa Tiny House Mountaintop Getaway
12–19 Jul
$428 NZD per night
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 407 reviews
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Bungalow in Santa Monica
Vintage Bungalow
23–30 Dec
$260 NZD per night
4.84 out of 5 average rating, 251 reviews
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Home in Los Angeles
Pacific Palisades Seaside Retreat
20–27 Apr
$1,643 NZD per night
4.85 out of 5 average rating, 439 reviews
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Cabin in Topanga
Camp Fernwood - The Topanga Log Cabin
30 Aug – 6 Sep
$341 NZD per night
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 376 reviews
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Guest suite in Pacific Palisades
The Retreat | Santa Monica Beach
28 Sep – 5 Oct
$578 NZD per night
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 62 reviews
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Home in Malibu
Sandy Toes Oasis: Beachfront Gem
28 Sep – 5 Oct
$1,033 NZD per night
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 40 reviews
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Guesthouse in Pacific Palisades
Magical Palisades Village
22–29 Jun
$811 NZD per night
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 58 reviews
Superhost
Apartment in Santa Monica
Unique, historic Beach pad. Very well appointed.
11–18 Aug
$763 NZD per night
4.8 out of 5 average rating, 66 reviews
Superhost
Apartment in Santa Monica
Panoramic Ocean View with Balcony & Cal King Bed
24–31 Oct
$672 NZD per night
4.89 out of 5 average rating, 46 reviews

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