Come See Why We're 5-Stars! 3 mi Universal Studios Hollywood Hills
5.0
Outstanding(34 Reviews)House in Hollywood Hills, CA
9 guests · 4 bedrooms · 3 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Includes essentialsKitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner, Internet / Wifi and more
About this house rental
As soon as you park your car in our wide, brick-paved driveway - be greeted by our grand outdoor entrance with 3-tier water fountain and sweeping staircase.... Welcome to our 5-star Villa Casa Escalera located in the Hollywood Dell neighborhood of the Hollywood Hills! 3 miles to Universal Studios, Lake Hollywood Park/Hollywood Sign hikes, Runyan Canyon Hike and walk to the Hollywood Bowl. 4.5 mi Griffith Observatory and 7 mi to downtown LA.
Casa Escalera is professionally managed by iTrip Los Angeles. Airbnb Superhost and VRBO Premier Host. Follow us @itrip_losangeles to learn more or book direct.
Formerly a celebrity owned estate, experience a luxurious Spanish Villa tucked in the Hollywood Hills with designer touches, Viking Chef's kitchen, curated art work, grand chandeliers, and manicured landscaping. Bring your family together again and entertain them under our outdoor strung lights in our lush and scenic courtyards. Open up all (5) of our double French doors in our grand Living Room and embrace our indoor - outdoor living spaces. 5 separate outdoor spaces filled with bougainvillea, orange, lemon, olive trees, rose garden and 2 more water fountain features. Plus the musician in your group will love our grand piano to entertain by the fireplace.
Grab a seat by our front water fountain and say Hello to hikers or you'll never know which celebrity neighbor you will see walking their dog. You will find such peace in discovering your own favorite zen spot for your first cup of coffee/tea, meditate, yoga (we even provide yoga matt) or sip the day away with sunset views of Hollywood Hills over a glass of wine.
Enjoy our chef's dream kitchen w Viking Professional stainless-steel appliances, 6 gas burner stove top and dual ovens. Subzero Refrigerator. Dishwasher. Food Warmer. Microwave. Coffee Maker. Coffee Bean Grinder. Ninja Blender. Wine Refrigerator. Waffle Maker. Plus full kitchenware, espresso machine, dinnerware, glasses, wine glasses, pot/pans and various spices and cooking oils.
BEDROOMS:
Primary: Cal King bed 60" SmartTV and ensuite bathroom with large walk-in shower and double sinks
Guest Bedroom 1: Queen size bed. Plus 30" TV
Guest Bedroom 2: Queen size bed w en-suite full bathroom and 30" TV.
Guest Bedroom 3: TV/Den Room w Queen sofa bed w 65" TV & en-suite Jack n' Jill claw tub/shower bathroom
Extra Guest Fee we can provide Queen Size Air Mattress $75/per guest per night
Outdoor Kitchen with BBQ Grill & mini refrigerator
Sonos sound system throughout indoor/outdoor space
Garage and Driveway Parking. No RV's, trailers or hitches.
* Please note if you have mobility issues or small toddlers this home has many stairs in the Front Entrance
This is a short-term rental property only. No Tenants rights apply. You must check-out on the date your contract finishes.
HOUSE RULES:
It is our mission to ensure that our valued guests enjoy their stay with us! This is a permitted vacation rental with the City of LA Home Sharing Dept. We also have an equally as important commitment to our neighbors and our community. Below are the house rules that we must enforce. Please read them as well as all your guests prior to confirming your reservation.
* Minimum age to book is 30 years old. Valid photo ID will be required, as well as names and ages of all your Guests.
* Check-in is after 4 PM. We greet all our Guests.
* Check out is at 11 AM
MAX NUMBER OF OCCUPANTS - 8 (includes infants and children under 2 yrs age)
The Property is to be occupied by no more than the maximum sleep number stated on reservation unless approved in writing by Management. If Guest exceeds the occupancy limit and falsifies occupancy information at the time of reservation, Guest shall be subject to eviction. "Occupants" includes small children, infants and any and all visitors. If more than the maximum number is found to be occupying the Property at any time, you agree that a charge of $200 per person/per day will be made to your credit card. Additionally, this Agreement may be immediately terminated without a refund of any amounts paid. No Exceptions.
NO SMOKING Smoking is allowed outside only. If any trace of smoke is found inside the home, there will be a strictly enforced $500 fine and the cost to eliminate residual odors.
NO PETS
NO PARTIES OR EVENTS - due to the City of LA's strict ban of parties of large groups we need exact headcounts of your guests at all times. All outside visitors must be pre-approved.
A party is defined as any combination of the following; ANY loud noise and/or excessive drinking that is disruptive to neighboring houses and/or guests outnumbering the maximum amount permitted as defined above. A party will result in an immediate eviction from the property with no refund given under any circumstance. Any exceptions to this policy must be approved by iTrip in writing prior to the arrival date.
NEIGHBOR COMPLAINTS
Actions by guests that result in neighbor complaints or police being called to the Property will result in a minimum $1000 charge, which charge will be used to deal with legal issues and fines.
NOISE ORDINANCE - QUIET HOURS: 10 pm – 8 am. No Outdoor Music or Loud Voices during this time.
* You will provide the Full Names and Ages of all your guests
* In the event of an emergency to perform necessary repairs and/or maintenance, we reserve the right to enter the property.
NO FILMING/PHOTOSHOOTS - must require prior approval contact Lilly Zabat at iTrip or contact the LillyPad Group @lillypadgroup
In order to maintain the property we have our gardeners servicing the property. Please note that sometimes we may on rare occasions need to adjust the days of service due to weather/rain or other unexpected events.
Upon Check-Out inspection you agree to pay for any damages or extra Cleaning Fees if home is trashed due to illegal parties, trash not picked up in the bedrooms or outdoor spaces.
Casa Escalera is professionally managed by iTrip Los Angeles. Airbnb Superhost and VRBO Premier Host. Follow us @itrip_losangeles to learn more or book direct.
Formerly a celebrity owned estate, experience a luxurious Spanish Villa tucked in the Hollywood Hills with designer touches, Viking Chef's kitchen, curated art work, grand chandeliers, and manicured landscaping. Bring your family together again and entertain them under our outdoor strung lights in our lush and scenic courtyards. Open up all (5) of our double French doors in our grand Living Room and embrace our indoor - outdoor living spaces. 5 separate outdoor spaces filled with bougainvillea, orange, lemon, olive trees, rose garden and 2 more water fountain features. Plus the musician in your group will love our grand piano to entertain by the fireplace.
Grab a seat by our front water fountain and say Hello to hikers or you'll never know which celebrity neighbor you will see walking their dog. You will find such peace in discovering your own favorite zen spot for your first cup of coffee/tea, meditate, yoga (we even provide yoga matt) or sip the day away with sunset views of Hollywood Hills over a glass of wine.
Enjoy our chef's dream kitchen w Viking Professional stainless-steel appliances, 6 gas burner stove top and dual ovens. Subzero Refrigerator. Dishwasher. Food Warmer. Microwave. Coffee Maker. Coffee Bean Grinder. Ninja Blender. Wine Refrigerator. Waffle Maker. Plus full kitchenware, espresso machine, dinnerware, glasses, wine glasses, pot/pans and various spices and cooking oils.
BEDROOMS:
Primary: Cal King bed 60" SmartTV and ensuite bathroom with large walk-in shower and double sinks
Guest Bedroom 1: Queen size bed. Plus 30" TV
Guest Bedroom 2: Queen size bed w en-suite full bathroom and 30" TV.
Guest Bedroom 3: TV/Den Room w Queen sofa bed w 65" TV & en-suite Jack n' Jill claw tub/shower bathroom
Extra Guest Fee we can provide Queen Size Air Mattress $75/per guest per night
Outdoor Kitchen with BBQ Grill & mini refrigerator
Sonos sound system throughout indoor/outdoor space
Garage and Driveway Parking. No RV's, trailers or hitches.
* Please note if you have mobility issues or small toddlers this home has many stairs in the Front Entrance
This is a short-term rental property only. No Tenants rights apply. You must check-out on the date your contract finishes.
HOUSE RULES:
It is our mission to ensure that our valued guests enjoy their stay with us! This is a permitted vacation rental with the City of LA Home Sharing Dept. We also have an equally as important commitment to our neighbors and our community. Below are the house rules that we must enforce. Please read them as well as all your guests prior to confirming your reservation.
* Minimum age to book is 30 years old. Valid photo ID will be required, as well as names and ages of all your Guests.
* Check-in is after 4 PM. We greet all our Guests.
* Check out is at 11 AM
MAX NUMBER OF OCCUPANTS - 8 (includes infants and children under 2 yrs age)
The Property is to be occupied by no more than the maximum sleep number stated on reservation unless approved in writing by Management. If Guest exceeds the occupancy limit and falsifies occupancy information at the time of reservation, Guest shall be subject to eviction. "Occupants" includes small children, infants and any and all visitors. If more than the maximum number is found to be occupying the Property at any time, you agree that a charge of $200 per person/per day will be made to your credit card. Additionally, this Agreement may be immediately terminated without a refund of any amounts paid. No Exceptions.
NO SMOKING Smoking is allowed outside only. If any trace of smoke is found inside the home, there will be a strictly enforced $500 fine and the cost to eliminate residual odors.
NO PETS
NO PARTIES OR EVENTS - due to the City of LA's strict ban of parties of large groups we need exact headcounts of your guests at all times. All outside visitors must be pre-approved.
A party is defined as any combination of the following; ANY loud noise and/or excessive drinking that is disruptive to neighboring houses and/or guests outnumbering the maximum amount permitted as defined above. A party will result in an immediate eviction from the property with no refund given under any circumstance. Any exceptions to this policy must be approved by iTrip in writing prior to the arrival date.
NEIGHBOR COMPLAINTS
Actions by guests that result in neighbor complaints or police being called to the Property will result in a minimum $1000 charge, which charge will be used to deal with legal issues and fines.
NOISE ORDINANCE - QUIET HOURS: 10 pm – 8 am. No Outdoor Music or Loud Voices during this time.
* You will provide the Full Names and Ages of all your guests
* In the event of an emergency to perform necessary repairs and/or maintenance, we reserve the right to enter the property.
NO FILMING/PHOTOSHOOTS - must require prior approval contact Lilly Zabat at iTrip or contact the LillyPad Group @lillypadgroup
In order to maintain the property we have our gardeners servicing the property. Please note that sometimes we may on rare occasions need to adjust the days of service due to weather/rain or other unexpected events.
Upon Check-Out inspection you agree to pay for any damages or extra Cleaning Fees if home is trashed due to illegal parties, trash not picked up in the bedrooms or outdoor spaces.
Amenities
Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Map of Hollywood Hills, CA
Reviews
5.0
Outstanding(34 Reviews)5.0
Just as nice as in the pics and great location. Management was super helpful. Great stay!
5.0
Beautiful home. We really enjoyed our stay and will definitely be back!
5.0
This was a lovely home with gorgeous artwork nestled in the Hollywood Hills. The property has many little nooks and crannies to curl up and read and an expansive kitchen for communal cooking. We enjoyed our stay immensely.
5.0
House is incredible. We all had the best time of our lives. Highly recommend this house.
5.0
We had a very nice stay, the house itself was beautiful and we had a lot of space to relax among really unique architecture. If you’re not used to driving on steep hills and narrow roads that really shouldn’t be 2-way, you might have some trouble here :) It was definitely beneficial to have a garage! But other than that, it was close enough to everything and we felt very safe staying here.
5.0
Great house in a good location for accessing all parts of the city.
The house is clean, spacious and comfortable. It also has a well equipped kitchen and laundry. Very comfortable stay and would definitely rent again.
5.0
Eclectic 1920s Hollywood house. Beautiful gardens and sitting areas. Very good kitchen. Two bedrooms with en suite bathrooms, the third is a bit of a hike up some stairs to a powder room/Bath. The host (Danny) was great.
The house does have some persistent musty smells. Completely bizarre neighborhood with beautiful homes next to shacks. Thirty-five steps from the parking area to the front door....not for those with knee issues. we really enjoyed it.
5.0
The property is a beautifully remodeled 1920’s bohemian oasis in the Hollywood Hills, close to Capitol records, Hollywood Bowl and Universal Studios. My family and I spent a long weekend here. Each of us had privacy and rest as the bedrooms are spread out with their own bathrooms. The kitchen is well equipped. We were able to relax and enjoy our time together and also get to local attractions in reasonable time. The property manager is very responsive and lovely. We would stay again and explore in the future.
5.0
We stayed with our family of 5 for 5 days. This piece of property is so beautiful, clean, tranquil and in a perfect location for sight-seeing around LA and surrounding areas. This wonderful home has everything you may need and more! We loved drinking our morning coffee on one of the many outdoor patios. I would highly recommend staying here!
5.0
Casa Escalera served as home base for our family for a week's worth of exploring LA's sights, attractions and beauty. Due to LA's traffic, location was a key care about for our stay and Casa Escalera was perfect for that. It was a short trip to the Hollywood sign, Griffith park and observatory, the Greek, Hollywood bowl, Hollywood blvd and Chinese Theater, Universal studios, Warner Brothers Studios, Paramount Studios, The Grove. The house itself is nestled in the Hollywood Hills in the same canyon as the Hollywood Sign. Houses in the neighborhood can be packed rather tightly together, but the extensive landscaping at the house provided isolation and a feeling of an exotic getaway. The kitchen appliances were top notch and the house was very well stocked with utensils, cookware, spices in the kitchen and toiletries in the bathrooms. They even had beach towels, a cooler and umbrella for a day at the beach. Our family really enjoyed our stay at the house and we would not hesitate to reserve it again or recommend it to others.
5.0
We thoroughly enjoyed this beautiful home. So close to attractions yet the property is so peaceful and quiet, it’s hard to believe you’re in a huge city. The check in procedures were easy, and the home is very well stocked with everything you need for a perfect vacation!
5.0
I stayed with my family at Casa Escalera for four nights this past February, we were looking at a few universities in the area and showing 2 of my teenagers a little bit of life in the Hollywood/Los Angeles area. The house is in a great neighborhood, located very close to hiking trails, very peaceful. The outdoor gardens and numerous courtyards (and the hummingbirds) were hard to leave each morning to set out on tours . The house itself is full of charm and is meticulously maintained (and I'm a person who literally focuses on thread count and kitchen appliances not just location when choosing a vacation house). The kitchen in particular is amazing and has views for miles with doors opening to the courtyards. I shared many photos with our friends back in NYC and will absolutely return if we are heading back to the area.
5.0
We saved the best for the last. We trully enjoyed the house, and our family had a wonderful time together on the occasion of our son’s graduation. The house is even more beautiful than it shows on the web. The owner’s responses very quick when I had a question.
Our family will definitely stay here again when we’re back to LA.
5.0
The home was beautiful! We had plenty of space for the 5 of us, and enjoyed it so much we hardly left the property. Danny was easy to communicate with and check in was a breeze. We loved the wood burning fireplace. I would highly recommend this property for a group, it is a stunning home originally built in 1925 and upgraded beautifully!
5.0
Staying at this Villa turned out to be the highlight of our entire stay in Hollywood. Absolutely a fabulous experience!
5.0
We had a lovely stay in this home -- it's in a great spot for exploring LA , it's very comfortable, it has truly lovely patios and landscaping, and the management team are wonderful.
5.0
The house was perfect for our family’s vacation. The views and landscaping are amazing.
5.0
It was a beautiful home. Beautiful location. Quiet neighborhood. Close to many of LA’s sightseeing locations. Highly recommend.
5.0
I’ve stayed at many vacation rentals all over the world and I can honestly say Casa Escalera was the best appointed property I’ve ever stayed at. Plenty of supplies (as opposed to the place I stayed at earlier this month where the host left one roll of toilet paper for a 10-day stay) and the kitchen had anything a cook could want and amazing appliances. Everything in this home is high end and perfect for entertaining. We celebrated two family birthdays between Christmas and New Years Day - I can’t think of a better place to have enjoyed LA and those close to us. Lilly and Danny were perfect hosts - attentive, communicative and thoughtful from start to finish. Can’t wait to stay there again!
5.0
The house is as pictured. It's lovely and the landscaping is amazing. We lucked out with beautiful weather so we took advantage of dining on the patio and cooking on the grill. The kitchen is very well designed and has everything you need to prepare a feast. The location was great...easy to get to stores. The neighbors were quiet but friendly.
As mentioned on the website this house has many stairs, both inside and out. It is not for families with children or anyone who is handicapped.
The only problem we encountered was a lack of suitable window coverings in the master bedroom. There are some bright street lites that shine directly into the room. Room darkeners for early morning light are needed.
It was a wonderful spot for our family to gather and celebrate Christmas.
5.0
Family of 6 stayed at Casa Escalera over Thanksgiving week and everyone loved the accomodations. The house and grounds are beautiful and comfortable. Easy to walk to hikes around the resevoir and up to the Hollywood Sign. Griifith Park not far nor is access to quintessential LA sites. Highly recommend!
5.0
Our experience at this house was 100 percent positive. The house is beautiful and in a tremendous location. All amenities and appliances were top quality. Everything was as depicted in the photos -- no surprises. The hosts were quick to respond to any questions or requests. It is an extremely nice property in a fabulous neighborhood. Plenty of off-street parking which was a big help. All elegant and lovely. We would happily stay here again on our next trip.
5.0
A few amazing days with great friends. Casa Escalera was perfect. The property managers went out of there way to return an item left behind by mistake. Thank you Lily and Danny.
5.0
Decided to book this house over others because of the extra bed and tranquil garden setting. It was a great choice because the pictures of the listing don't do it justice. It's absolutely stunning, a beautiful house with so many features. It got to the point that as a group we found ourselves wanting to stay put more than explore LA. It comes with anything you would want: a chef's kitchen, BBQ area, outdoor patios, Sonos throughout and three very well equipped bathrooms. We even extended our stay because it was so comfortable. The host was responsive and the welcome gift was a nice touch. Can't say enough good things about this place and would highly recommend if you're in LA and want something close to everything. A luxurious experience.
5.0
Our family loved everything about the house. It was well stocked and very comfortable. Plenty of space for us all to spread out. The location of the house was perfect and there was PLENTY to do in the immediate vicinity. The information and assistance provided by iTrip and their staff was impeccable. We will definitely be looking to book with them on future trips!
5.0
The property was beautiful. We planned a trip for my daughter's 21st birthday. The birthday girl, her mom, 2 aunts and 18 year old cousin stayed 4 nights. We hit universal studios, the beach, toured a bit and had a great time. We ate in, ate out, hiked ran and searched for local "featured stairs." The property was in a great central location - easy uber rides- and it was also easy to drive to various locations. The house provided us ample opportunity to be together and dine/play games and also to find solitude. I walked and/or ran from the house each day and had a blast exploring the area. I would definitely recommend this place to family and friends.
5.0
Family Celebration
The property was beautiful. We planned a trip for my daughter's 21st birthday. The birthday girl, her mom, 2 aunts and 18 year old cousin stayed 4 nights. We hit universal studios, the beach, toured a bit and had a great time. We ate in, ate out, hiked ran and searched for local "featured stairs." The property was in a great central location - easy uber rides- and it was also easy to drive to various locations. The house provided us ample opportunity to be together and dine/play games and also to find solitude. I walked and/or ran from the house each day and had a blast exploring the area. I would definitely recommend this place to family and friends.
5.0
Lovely Home!
We really loved our stay at Casa Escalera! We stayed here with our 5 kids, and the home was large enough for all of us to have our own spaces The home was very clean, the kitchen was well stocked, and our host was very helpful throughout our stay. The house is centrally located to all the local attractions, yet it is on a safe and quiet street and neighborhood. Above all, we loved the outdoor areas which felt like Mediterranean verandas and a private oasis away from the busy city. We had a wonderful breakfast outside every morning and would often sit outside in the evenings with a drink and a book. It felt so homey and cozy that we did not want to leave! Highly recommend fto anyone looking for a quaint and quiet getaway that is still close to all the LA tourist sites.
5.0
The property was absolutely perfect for my friends and I. It was in a great location and completely lived up to all the photos provided in the original ad. Everyone was incredibly helpful with the entire process...from making reservations to checking out. I highly recommend everything!
5.0
Wonderful house!
The property was absolutely perfect for my friends and I. It was in a great location and completely lived up to all the photos provided in the original ad. Everyone was incredibly helpful with the entire process...from making reservations to checking out. I highly recommend everything!
5.0
Three generations of our family stayed here and loved it. Beautiful wood floors and doors throughout the house, comfortable furnishings, top-of-the-line appliances, several outdoor gathering spots around the house, and a management company that was very responsive to questions made this the perfect home away from home. My wife called it a house of luxury and comfort and impeccably maintained beautiful gardens. The younger generation was represented by a grandson who, a few minutes after arriving, told us "This is the best house I've ever been in."
5.0
Our best family getaway
Three generations of our family stayed here and loved it. Beautiful wood floors and doors throughout the house, comfortable furnishings, top-of-the-line appliances, several outdoor gathering spots around the house, and a management company that was very responsive to questions made this the perfect home away from home. My wife called it a house of luxury and comfort and impeccably maintained beautiful gardens. The younger generation was represented by a grandson who, a few minutes after arriving, told us "This is the best house I've ever been in."
5.0
Wonderful home, with unique character. Very close to several attractions, including Hollywood and Universal Studios. Beautiful, well apportioned, and the host was very responsive.
5.0
Beyond my expectations
Everything was beyond my expectations and my (numerous) previous rental experiences. The house was better than the photos show, everything in top shape, high end and fully functional. Fully stoked and all amenities available to the renter, garage, all appliances and TVs, real fireplace, iPad controlled music throughout the house, etc…Lilly and her partner were waiting at the house to welcome us and give us a nice bottle of wine, a box of chocolates and popcorns ! If we had any questions, they would get back to us within minutes and had perfect knowledge of the house. In short, if I could give six stars instead of five, I would !
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Hollywood Hills?
The average price for a rental in Hollywood Hills is $343 per night. This rental is $885 above the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Come See Why We're 5-Stars! 3 mi Universal Studios Hollywood Hills. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Come See Why We're 5-Stars! 3 mi Universal Studios Hollywood Hills pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Come See Why We're 5-Stars! 3 mi Universal Studios Hollywood Hills?
We found 8 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, and laundry.
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