VENICE DESIGNER POOLHOUSE HSR19-003035
House in Mar Vista, CA
3 guests · 2 bedrooms · 1 bath
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Includes essentialsGarden, Pool, Kitchen or Kitchenette and more
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About this house rental
Venice Beach guesthouse/pool/ retreat. Bike or skate to famous Venice beach. Beautiful architect's guesthouse, living room and bedroom open to tropical back yard with pool, sun decks and private stone patio.
Bedroom has queen size bed w/ Tuft and Needle matrass and French Doors that open to private patio, Living room has single bed for 3rd person and sliding doors that open to the dining area and pool. Kitchen, fully furnished, high speed internet,TV, utilities, gardener and pool service included . Pool is not heated, swimming only in the summer.
Share back yard and pool w/female architect owner and an occasional foreign student .This guesthouse is ideal for a quiet and cozy vacation for a couple or small family looking for a nice and peaceful area near the beach.
Welcome to a quiet and safe Venice neighborhood, new trendy stores and restaurants around the corner.
Close to Abbot kinney bars and night life in Venice as well as new restaurants and cool stores just a block away on Lincoln Blvd. Zinque,Superba Food and Bread, Plant Based Pizza, Venice West (live music) Deus Ex Machina,The Penmar (live music)
Bus stop 2 blocks away . Supermarket and Pharmacy are 4 blocks away .
We are also near Santa Monica shopping on Main Street and 3rd Street Promenade and Rose Ave restaurants, night clubs and antique stores.
Play golf on PENMAR an 8 hole course at walking distance, tennis courts at walking distance are free and have lights to play at night.
Try a day on a fishing boat in Marina del Rey, go to the famous free concerts on the Santa Monica Pier or the Marina Burton Chase Park in the summer.
The rent includes cruiser bicycles , so you can pedal to the famous Venice beach and go on the bike path next to the ocean.
Free non regulated parking on the street. No microwave,no dishwasher.
Pets are not allowed, no parties, meetings, no classes. ONLY QUIET PEOPLE , PLEASE,
WE RESPECT OUR NEIGHBORS.
No renters under 25 years old unless part of a family or agreed upon by owner.
No visitors unless agreed upon by owner. No drugs, no Marihuana.
The guesthouse is located at the end of the property, people that have any problem walking or need a walking stick please do not apply , as it would be difficult for you to enter and exit . No nude bathing. No diving.
Bedroom has queen size bed w/ Tuft and Needle matrass and French Doors that open to private patio, Living room has single bed for 3rd person and sliding doors that open to the dining area and pool. Kitchen, fully furnished, high speed internet,TV, utilities, gardener and pool service included . Pool is not heated, swimming only in the summer.
Share back yard and pool w/female architect owner and an occasional foreign student .This guesthouse is ideal for a quiet and cozy vacation for a couple or small family looking for a nice and peaceful area near the beach.
Welcome to a quiet and safe Venice neighborhood, new trendy stores and restaurants around the corner.
Close to Abbot kinney bars and night life in Venice as well as new restaurants and cool stores just a block away on Lincoln Blvd. Zinque,Superba Food and Bread, Plant Based Pizza, Venice West (live music) Deus Ex Machina,The Penmar (live music)
Bus stop 2 blocks away . Supermarket and Pharmacy are 4 blocks away .
We are also near Santa Monica shopping on Main Street and 3rd Street Promenade and Rose Ave restaurants, night clubs and antique stores.
Play golf on PENMAR an 8 hole course at walking distance, tennis courts at walking distance are free and have lights to play at night.
Try a day on a fishing boat in Marina del Rey, go to the famous free concerts on the Santa Monica Pier or the Marina Burton Chase Park in the summer.
The rent includes cruiser bicycles , so you can pedal to the famous Venice beach and go on the bike path next to the ocean.
Free non regulated parking on the street. No microwave,no dishwasher.
Pets are not allowed, no parties, meetings, no classes. ONLY QUIET PEOPLE , PLEASE,
WE RESPECT OUR NEIGHBORS.
No renters under 25 years old unless part of a family or agreed upon by owner.
No visitors unless agreed upon by owner. No drugs, no Marihuana.
The guesthouse is located at the end of the property, people that have any problem walking or need a walking stick please do not apply , as it would be difficult for you to enter and exit . No nude bathing. No diving.
Amenities
Pool
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
TV
Garden
Map of Mar Vista, CA
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Ratings and reviews
Summary of reviews
Guests praised Gabriela and the property for being cozy, clean, well-equipped, and in a safe neighborhood. They loved the thoughtful touches like welcome baskets, easy access to amenities, and the relaxing outdoor spaces.
5.0 / 5.0
This cute little pool house was in a good location, close to the beach and lots of good restaurants. The owner is a sweetheart who goes above and beyond to make you feel welcome. There are lots of little touches to help make a beach vacation more enjoyable like chairs, bikes, and towels. My 10 year old liked it so much she wanted to move in!
5.0 / 5.0
Gabriela's pool cottage was just perfect - a quiet little retreat behind the main house past a pool and through a lovely garden. Cozy and sweet. Bed was comfortable, lots of light, a desk in one corner, a day bed in another, nice bathroom, kitchenette small but with all the necessary items. The space was clean and airy. Eating space is outside under a lovely arbor. Gabriela was available and friendly and responsive to all our needs. We would definitely stay here again!
5.0 / 5.0
Host was very friendly and helpful. She even left us a basket of fruit and a welcome card. Pool was nice , parking was on the street but no real issues there. Overall a nice stay.
4.0 / 5.0
Great guest house, everything you need! Didn’t get to try out the pool due to weather!
5.0 / 5.0
Very happy with conditions
4.0 / 5.0
The guesthouse is super comfortable and well equipped. You have everything you need for a quite rest after a busy day (either working or wandering around the city). A lot of nature vibes also, as you hear constant birds singing and have a squirrel visit here and there :) A lot of privacy.
5.0 / 5.0
My wife and I stayed here four nights, visiting family in the area. It is cozy and clean and fit our needs perfectly.
A few things to note (as of Jan 2023):
- The bed may be a double rather than a queen. It felt a little small for the two of us. But it was comfy and we slept well.
- The kitchen has no microwave or dishwasher because it is so small, but has everything else you are likely to need.
- The single bed that's in the living area is okay for a short sit-down, but not for an extended period of time. I wouldn't want to sit there very long watching TV, for example.
For us, none of these things made it any less enjoyable to stay.
5.0 / 5.0
We had a great Time in Venice Thanks to Gabriela ! House was Very clean and charming. Quiet and safe neighbourhood. We could even borrow bikes to go to the beach (20 min ride). We loved it.
5.0 / 5.0
My teenage son, husband, and I spent five days at this property at the end of July. Gabriela was fantastic to work with, and the property was just as described. She greeted us at check-in and even had a welcome basket with snacks waiting for us. It was a perfect location for everything we wanted to do (e.g. Warner Bros studio tour, Santa Monica pier) with everything just a short drive away. There is only street parking for the rental, but we never had any trouble finding a spot. There were also several great restaurants nearby that we were able to walk to, which was really nice. I felt very safe in the neighborhood, and we enjoyed sitting out in the backyard in the evenings. I would absolutely stay in this rental again when we come back to the area.
5.0 / 5.0
we felt very comfortable in this great apartment. Gabriela is a very friendly and warm hostess who is always there for you when you needed. the apartment is very nice and comfortably.
almost nothing is missing except kettle but that´s a small detail. in the end we would come back anytime on our next visit to LA. once again many thanks and greetings to Gabriela and all the best from Britta and Winfried
5.0 / 5.0
Venice vibe
This place, for us, was PERFECT!! Gabriela 'got' us before we even arrived. She is so solid, very cool, delightful, thoughtful, and just present enough. I would stay with her anywhere in the world.
The pool house was ideal for us - I was traveling with my 13yo daughter and her 13yo friend. They had their sleeping/private space, I had a place to sleep. Ideal environment, they cooked for me, I choked it down, they swam as often as possible, we ALL loved having the beach bikes to cover the local area, from Marina Del Rey all the way through Santa Monica - so easy and almost flat, generally.
It was right off a main commercial corridor, and there was a highly recommended bakery/breakfast place just around the corner, a Ralph's a couple short blocks walk away, a convenience store and all sorts of funky options on foot, close at hand.
There are several car rental places less than 10 minutes walk away - this place is PERFECT! Trust Gabriela, trust me ...
5.0 / 5.0
a little gem
I absolutely loved this place it was the perfect size for me and my daughter.
5.0 / 5.0
Great location for beaches
Gabriela was a great hostess! Very helpful and always available if we had any requests!
The accommodation was enough for our requirements as we were out everyday exploring! The accommodation was clean and had the facilities we required! If you are after something quirky with good access to beaches and Hollywood this would be ideal. A car would be preferential at this location. We have a lovely week!
5.0 / 5.0
Charming, Central, and Fun
Loved our stay at this gem. Gabriela is thoughtful, generous, friendly, and so inviting. Lovely little pool house close to popular neighbourhood restaurants and the Abbot Kinney strip. Coffee shops, beach, walkable neighborhoods, Michelin starred restaurants, and bikes to head out and explore. Affordable nightly rate on top of it all and a deep pool. Only hesitation in posting another rave review is that Gabriela’s place will continue to be booked up forever and I already want to go back!!!
5.0 / 5.0
Wonderful location, safe and friendly.
We had a great stay at the property. The location is perfect, in Venice, right between Santa Monica and Playa Vista. The cottage is tucked in behind the main house, which feels very safe and comfortable. The host, Gabriela is super friendly and helpful. Will love to stay here again the next time we are in L.A.
5.0 / 5.0
Awesome place in an awesome location!
Super cool place with awesome accomodations! Absolutely no complaints, host communication was great, location was fantastic for what we needed, and property was clean and very well appointed! Looking forward to visiting again!
5.0 / 5.0
Gabriela is delightful
Throughout our two-week stay Gabriela was fun to talk to and immediately attentive to any problems. You couldn't ask for a better hostess or neighbor. It's a cozy arrangement with her house in the frontyard and her rental cottage in the backyard with the pool in between, but it works just fine. The neighborhood is very safe, and it's a short drive to the beach, the canals and most of the sights. And you'll like Gabriela!
5.0 / 5.0
Week stay
Gabriela was great and very accommodating. Place was great, fantastic location and perfect for a getaway !
5.0 / 5.0
Perfect Venice crash pad
If you’re expecting new and fancy, keep looking. If you’re up for clean and quirky, look no farther! Our host couldn’t have been nicer and everything was ready for us on arrival, even a nice welcome basket and some refreshments. This is an artsy area and the home didn’t disappoint. What was once a 1 car garage has been lovingly made into a backyard oasis. Behind 3 gates you’ll feel safe and secluded. My only complaint would be that the unit itself doesn’t secure very well, but honestly, there was more to steal from our host than us. We never felt unsafe in or around the home or the neighborhood. It was an easy walk to Abbot Kinney and the canals. We walked to the beach and boardwalk from there, but chose Uber for a ride home. Plenty of restaurants within a few blocks. No air conditioning scared me a bit (coming from Florida), but we slept with the sliding door and windows open and it was perfect! No Florida humidity! The pool was a welcoming treat after a day of touring around LA. Would definitely stay here again.
5.0 / 5.0
Just what we needed!
My husband and I were visiting LA and wanted to be in a spot that would be easy to visit beaches, our friends in Santa Monica, and good food. This location delivered on all the the above! Gabriela was helpful, explicit, and incredibly kind. Our space was cozy and had the perfect outdoor seating area for morning coffee and a book! We would definitely stay here again if the chance presents itself!
5.0 / 5.0
Fantastic property!
Lovely property! I was so comfortable there. Very homey and relaxed. Gorgeous setting. Host is very friendly and respects privacy. Every tiny detail was taken care of, thoughtful in preparing the property for the renter. I would definitely stay here again. Super happy customer.
5.0 / 5.0
The place is amazing and gabriela was great , house was clean and beatifull five stars house .
La casa esta super bien ubicada ,gabriela es super amable ,la casa estaba limpia ,nos recibio con algunas cosas para beber y comer ,nos vamos suoer felices.
5.0 / 5.0
EXCELLENT... exactly as expected
My daughter and I loved the peace and quiet- wish it had been warmer So we could have used the beautiful patio garden area. Never met hostess but she was always available via text and email
5.0 / 5.0
Great place to stay
I enjoyed staying here very much. The host was amazing. Very kind, considerate and always willing to help us out. Got us a night light the night after we checked in and helped us with the laundry. Would stay here again.
5.0 / 5.0
Nice stay
Very nice accommodations.
5.0 / 5.0
Great location, safe, and clean
We had the best time in Venice. Gabriela was super kind and there for all of our needs. Location was great! We hope to be back again!
5.0 / 5.0
Peaceful Getaway
The cottage was cozy, comfortable and precious. Gabriela was accommodating, gracias and pleasant to talk to. We enjoyed our stay. We walked to the beach everyday and enjoyed the sights of Venice and Santa Monica.
5.0 / 5.0
Was a really nice stay so convenient to everywhere I would definitely recommend you stay there
The property was fine clean and tidy very secure and I felt completely at home
I can imagine jumping in the pool after a day at the beach there was also a lovely little covered area when you could have dinner in peace under the evening sun
Loads of car parking in fact there was a new property just finished opposite— 3.3 million dollars tells you what a great area the property is !!!
I stayed for a month
I’m hoping I can come back next year
5.0 / 5.0
We couldn't be happier!
We loved our stay in Venice at Gabriela's place. It was quite, private, clean, and lovely. Gabriela was not in town but she ALWAYS responded to emails.
5.0 / 5.0
Good Location in Venice and Santa Monica
Gabriela is a wonderful hostess—anxious to please her guests. The pool house is in a quiet, but good location. Superba Restaurant around the corner is a must! Gabriela has stocked the little kitchen with supplies that are necessary to get your stay started—which is very appreciated. The grounds are lovely. Next time visit will be when it is warmer, and we can use the pool.
5.0 / 5.0
Perfect
Everything we needed and wanted.
Gabriela could not have been more helpful
5.0 / 5.0
Great location, very delightful, and attentive hostess
This could not have been a better stay, everything was as described. The apartment itself was very clean, cozy and very handsome, everything you need and the hostess offers anything you need. Unfortunately the pool isn't heated, so we couldn't use it during our stay in March.
However, the bottom line is: Highly recommend this property.
5.0 / 5.0
We returned for the second time to Gabriela`s house and it was the same wonderful experience as the first one. The Poolhouse is very very quiet (best sleep we`ve had in a long time), all is lovely decaretd and perfectly equipped. (thanks again for the lovely welcome basket (-: ...). The location makes you feel like a local; everything is close by; the bikes are absolutely amazing and a big plus !! (we used them for bike rides along the beaches, to Abbot Kinney, shopping etc...).
Gabriela is absolutely amazing, wonderful and warm-hearted; always there when you need something..., she makes you feel like home..... we still miss the wonderful evenings sitting together, eating & talking ....we feel a little bit homesick right now.
as mentioned we will definitely come back to your place......can`t wait to be back :-)
We would highly recommend this place to all other travelers, especially to those seeking the real Venice feeling and spirit !!
As said we`ve had a wonderful time !!!
Thanks again Gabriela for the great time..... see ya as promised !!
Stephan & Silke
5.0 / 5.0
Great guesthouse to explore Venice and the Californian coast
Before arriving, Gabriela provided us with all information we needed to park our car and get into the nice and clean guesthouse.
It was exactly as described, very privately hidden at the end of the garden close to the swimming pool. We found everything as shown on the pictures and described, so that we felt immediately at home with the great and pleasant color scheme (our favored colors) used throughout the guesthouse.
After a warm welcome Gabriela gave us more information about the house, the environment as well as some ideas for doing the groceries or eat out.
The location is very convenient to walk to Abbot Kinney or even to the beach.
With the nice setting in the garden we enjoyed every evening using the BBQ rather than going to one of the nice restaurants around the corner.
We really enjoyed staying there and being guests of Gabriela. This would be the address to return to in case we’ll be back to Venice.
5.0 / 5.0
This remodeled pool house is just awesome! My husband and I stayed there with our nephew and loved every second: the house is super quiet, lovely decorated and perfectly equipped with everything you need. We really appreciated the kitchen, the BBQ, our own little patio, the pool and the bikes. We didn't even have car, we managed everything by bike and when necessary we used uber. The house is located in a beautiful neighborhood and close enough to the beach, the famous Abbot Kinney and all of the terrific places and restaurants close by... Gabriela was very nice and always there for us when we needed something, which rarely was the case. One of the bikes had a little problem, she let it be fixed right away. I would highly recommend this place and hope to return next year!!! Thank you for everything, Gabriela!
5.0 / 5.0
Really good accommodation in a great place.
First of all apologies to Gabriela for this belated review but just so busy since returning home.
Firstly we really love holidaying on the Gulf Coast in florida and even though we've been to the west coast before we were definately a bit hesitant about going back instead of returning to Englewood. It's definately fair to say that our time in LA was different than Florida but because of where we chose to stay and whose property we stayed in we had just as good a time.
Secondly the accommodation was the right size for the two of us and with a pool this made it even better. Two minutes walk and you're on the bustling PCH and a mile further you're on Venice beach with its frankly bizarre sights and experiences. A little further along the boardwalk and you're in Santa Monica. Where in LA is better to be staying than close to the beach but with easy (to be fair by LA standards) access to absolutely anywhere in the city? This rental offers all of this opportunity. The price for its cleanliness and location in Los Angeles is a bargain and if you put it against the cost of a hotel then it becomes even better value.
Thirdly Gabriela herself is a lovely and personable lady (even though she follows the wrong type of rugby) who is genuinally bothered and concerned that her guests have a good time. and I think would be only to happy to help her visitors get the most out of their time over there or is equally content to let her guests basically take care of themselves if that's what they want. I read an earlier review that described that the visitor felt uncomfortable having Gabriela living so close to their holiday accommodation. Can I just say that if they compared how much space, comfort, peace and quiet and value this place offers compared to a hotel then I suggest they should return to their review and amend it. This lady lives on the other side of the pool, doesn't interfere and is totally transparent about how the property is in the advert.
Anyway waffle over except to say thanks for the holiday to Gabriela and to anybody interested in this review I'd suggest you grab the opportunity to have a great time in a lovely place, in a wonderful area in a fantastic city.
5.0 / 5.0
Pretty sweet location in Venice
We had a wonderful stay at the Apartment! The location is great and the bike are decent. Enough space for three people and the bathroom is very sweet as well as the rest of the apartment. Did not use the pool tho and had the entire backyard for us.
3.0 / 5.0
Great house but lack of privacy
The guesthouse was amazing and beautiful with all the plants around it. The porch was a good place to just be outside and enjoy the beautiful California weather. The inside of the house is beautiful too! Gabriela, the property manager, does an amazing job keeping the place up to date and cozy. She provides everything to make this stay a great one. Although, I felt like she was watching us all the time and making sure we weren't breaking any of her "rules". Even though I had rented out the pool house we were very limited on what we could do. I felt we couldn't have music on and when my cousins came over to do a barbecue we felt like we couldn't talk or laugh or even drink. She has some bikes that she provides to go to Venice, but the chains are rusty and at any moment they are going to break in which you have to pay for the whole bike. Overall, there are some benefits in staying in somebody's backyard but the lack of privacy is something to be concerned. This was my first time renting someone's house and I will definitely find out more information on the next time because honestly, the lack of privacy is something to be concerned about.
5.0 / 5.0
Well-located cozy, private guesthouse
Quiet, safe, guesthouse in busy Venice, hosted by charming Gabriela. Beautiful courtyard to enjoy morning coffee and paper! Very comfortable bed and shower. A special treat is the office space separated from the bedroom, allowing one spouse to take calls while the other spouse sleeps. Although there is a small kitchen, I would agree with Gabriela that there are so many terrific choices for dining out or bringing prepared food in, that well-intended cooks should opt to vacation too!
Walking distance to groceries, restaurants, coffee houses, shopping. Free parking in front of house. For bikers and runners, the place is 1.5 miles from the Venice Beach entry to the 22-mile Strand.
4.0 / 5.0
Perfect place for us to stay and easy drive to airport,Venice beach, Santa Monica and all LA attract
From our first greeting to our sad goodbye(for now) our host Gabriela was wonderful as was her guesthouse. The neighborhood was safe and had many offerings for dining, shopping and entertainment only a short walk away. We always felt safe and were surrounded by a many other vacationers in this eclectically appealing neighborhood
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Mar Vista?
The average price for a rental in Mar Vista is $280 per night. This rental is $8 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at VENICE DESIGNER POOLHOUSE HSR19-003035. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at VENICE DESIGNER POOLHOUSE HSR19-003035. Enjoy the water!
Is VENICE DESIGNER POOLHOUSE HSR19-003035 pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at VENICE DESIGNER POOLHOUSE HSR19-003035?
We found 8 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, parking, and laundry.
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