Santa Monica Garden Beach Bungalow - Private, and Steps from the Sand
4.9
Outstanding(110 Reviews)Apartment in Santa Monica, CA
4 guests · 1 bath
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
About this apartment rental
This is a great spot for your next vacation or balancing your work day with play time in this beautiful beach town.
Elegant, Private, Sparkling Clean & Freshly Sanitized
All linens, towels, and bedspreads are freshly washed with bleach for each guest. The entire beach bungalow -surfaces and floors- is sanitized for your comfort and safety.
extra safety.
Two comfortable queen-sized beds are provided to help you rest easy.
Keyless Entry allows you to arrive at your convenience.
Garden Beach Bungalow is furnished with love and care.
Custom-made & refinished antique furnishings create a warm, yet elegant, space.
This private guest house was built around 1925. Walk past the driveway garden to the raspberry door. Enter. These are some of the highlights - 3 bar chairs were revamped for this space with gold paint and blue mohair. Antique writing desk and end tables. Hardwood floors, granite, and stainless steel in the kitchen (stove, oven, fridge, microwave) Old old-fashioned style heater, a claw foot tub with shower, plush blanket make this space an old-school beauty with contemporary comfort. A washer and dryer are available in the adjacent basement for your convenience.
Your patio is private. The guesthouse is yours.
The entryway is shared as is the garden in the driveway.
High walkability!
The location is exceptional - 1 block from trendy Main Street shops & dining, a 20-minute stroll to Santa Monica pier to the north & funky Venice south, and less than a mile from Santa Monica Riviera hotels & in the heart of Silicon Beach. Visit one of the fragrant fresh farmer’s markets or bring your fav book to read while you sit on the sandy seaside. Use one of the beach chairs provided.
On-street parking is almost always easily available. Permits are free of charge and must be arranged in advance.
It's likely my availability will be minimal, so it is best to dialogue before you arrive. I am available by phone almost always and am offline from Friday afternoon to Saturday night weekly and not available by phone or email then. ( emergency phone numbers are listed in the information book in the unlikely event they are needed.)
If you like to walk and have time, there is ample opportunity.
Uber and Lyft typically arrive quickly and can provide transportation, and bus stops are a block away. The expo line, a five-minute drive or 20-minute walk, can whisk you across town in about 45 minutes. If you have a car, street parking is almost always available with a permit.
The beach bungalow is surrounded by an organic vegetable garden and lush plants. You will likely see birds and squirrels during your stay and occasionally a raccoon or even a possum.
The neighborhood is magic. It is a wonderful place to explore and relax after a day of work.
22-mile-long bike path on the beach, nearby adventures you can walk to, and spending time with the peaceful Pacific is a joy. 420 friendly.
All guests are required to provide a copy of their US driver's license or passport before checking in.
Elegant, Private, Sparkling Clean & Freshly Sanitized
All linens, towels, and bedspreads are freshly washed with bleach for each guest. The entire beach bungalow -surfaces and floors- is sanitized for your comfort and safety.
extra safety.
Two comfortable queen-sized beds are provided to help you rest easy.
Keyless Entry allows you to arrive at your convenience.
Garden Beach Bungalow is furnished with love and care.
Custom-made & refinished antique furnishings create a warm, yet elegant, space.
This private guest house was built around 1925. Walk past the driveway garden to the raspberry door. Enter. These are some of the highlights - 3 bar chairs were revamped for this space with gold paint and blue mohair. Antique writing desk and end tables. Hardwood floors, granite, and stainless steel in the kitchen (stove, oven, fridge, microwave) Old old-fashioned style heater, a claw foot tub with shower, plush blanket make this space an old-school beauty with contemporary comfort. A washer and dryer are available in the adjacent basement for your convenience.
Your patio is private. The guesthouse is yours.
The entryway is shared as is the garden in the driveway.
High walkability!
The location is exceptional - 1 block from trendy Main Street shops & dining, a 20-minute stroll to Santa Monica pier to the north & funky Venice south, and less than a mile from Santa Monica Riviera hotels & in the heart of Silicon Beach. Visit one of the fragrant fresh farmer’s markets or bring your fav book to read while you sit on the sandy seaside. Use one of the beach chairs provided.
On-street parking is almost always easily available. Permits are free of charge and must be arranged in advance.
It's likely my availability will be minimal, so it is best to dialogue before you arrive. I am available by phone almost always and am offline from Friday afternoon to Saturday night weekly and not available by phone or email then. ( emergency phone numbers are listed in the information book in the unlikely event they are needed.)
If you like to walk and have time, there is ample opportunity.
Uber and Lyft typically arrive quickly and can provide transportation, and bus stops are a block away. The expo line, a five-minute drive or 20-minute walk, can whisk you across town in about 45 minutes. If you have a car, street parking is almost always available with a permit.
The beach bungalow is surrounded by an organic vegetable garden and lush plants. You will likely see birds and squirrels during your stay and occasionally a raccoon or even a possum.
The neighborhood is magic. It is a wonderful place to explore and relax after a day of work.
22-mile-long bike path on the beach, nearby adventures you can walk to, and spending time with the peaceful Pacific is a joy. 420 friendly.
All guests are required to provide a copy of their US driver's license or passport before checking in.
Amenities
Pool
Air conditioner
Pets allowed
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
TV
Garden
Map of Santa Monica, CA
Reviews
4.9
Outstanding(110 Reviews)4.9
Great location with short walks at the beach. Clean space and excellent communication from host.
4.9
We had a fantastic stay !! I highly recommend this spot so close to the beach. We had a wonderful time
4.9
T’mimah was courteous and thoughtful. The place was as advertised, quaint, and steps from the beach. We would absolutely visit again.
4.9
My girlfriend and I stayed here for some much needed rest after a weekend in Disneyland and I cannot express enough between the quaintness and beauty of the property and the ease of access to the beach and local food we got the rest we needed and much more. Our host was so incredibly kind and accommodating. I will recommend this VRBO stay to all of my friends and family!
4.9
The photos of the inside decor are accurate but the bungalow was tucked away behind the house you see in the photo and much too dark and too confined to the point that we felt a little claustrophobic. No AC except for a portable unit near a window. Also, Parking was an issue because of the holiday weekend. We elected not to stay but instead got a hotel…..
4.9
The unit is well equipped and very clean. It has everything that you would need. I would recommend this place.
4.9
the bungalow was perfect! we had so much fun staying here and T'mimah was such a sweet host!
4.9
T’mimah was great and we loved the place with its proximity to the beach and Main Street. Thanks!
4.9
My friend and I loved staying here. We wanted somewhere to decompress after driving for 9 days and this funky little pad was perfect. It’s a 1920s private guest house just off the back landing, accessed by steps. It is closer to Venice beach than to Santa Monica pier, with easy walking access to restaurants and the SM farmers market. The downstairs laundry was excellent, the kitchen well set up, and the whole place suited us. Be warned, though, if you are short, the high chairs at the kitchen bench might be a bit awkward. I used the writing desk for meals. T’mimah was a friendly and helpful host. We both liked her a lot.
The only downside was some difficulty with parking on the street. When we arrived there was none, so we nosed into the drive overnight (with T’mimah’s permission) but when a spot opened up the next day we ended up with a parking ticket because we didn’t read the instructions on the parking permit closely enough and thus didn’t display it correctly. Don’t make the same mistake!
4.9
Clean. Great amenities. Beds super comfortable. Big fluffy towel!! I’ll come back!!
4.9
From the first booking message until checking out, everything went smoothly as you get. Highly recommend.
4.9
T’mimah was the perfect hostess. My daughter was immediately in love with the squirrels and Mr. Mo the cat ❤️ T’mimah gave my daughter a bowl of nuts to feed the squirrels and she couldn’t have been happier!
This trip was well needed and I feel fortunate to have found this perfect little gem. The neighborhood was nice as were the neighbors and the beach is a 5 minute slow walk down the road.
God willing, my family and I will one of these days be returning. Blessings 🙏
4.9
Perfect little place for our family. We were out enjoying site seeing all day. This was a perfect location to settle in and rest at night. Quiet, clean and comfortable. Great communication from the host.
4.9
We had such a wonderful stay. The place was cute and really nicely furnished, and very cozy during the rain LA was having. The location is fantastic and very laid back neighborhood. The host was wonderful and checked in regularly. I highly recommend this stay!
4.9
The beach house had everything we needed. We were a family with 2 children under 10 and we didn’t need a car for anything. We used Uber to get there and were able to walk to everywhere during the 3 day stay. The beach was super close, a liquor store around the corner had the basics like milk, cereal, snacks, and personal items. There was a farmers market a 2 min. Walk away and multiple restaurants. We walked to the pier and it was all very convenient. We would stay there again in a heartbeat.
4.9
My boys and I felt right at home in this property. It was the perfect location for our trip to visit Universal Studios and Disneyland. The owner was very caring and it shows in the quality of her property. I hope to return someday.
4.9
My daughter and I had a wonderful experience staying at this beach bungalow. The accommodations were excellent for the two of us (she took the bed and I took the daybed). The gas burning space heater was more than sufficient for the chilly nights we were there. We really liked the decor and style of the place and it is literally one block to walk to the beach. The host was absolutely incredible and very friendly. She took care of everything we needed, including the parking pass for the street. We would definitely stay here again!
4.9
Very Clean and convenient to everything !! Host was hands on and always available.. softest high end linens made an extra touch!!
Blocks from the best restaurants with great happy hours!! Took Starline tours to see all of LA and Beverly Hills.. 20 minute ride to Mailibu and Route 1 drive along coast..waked to Venice Beach although bike rentals are available.. last night we did sunset on the beach.. just magical!!! Thank you for the trip of a lifetime!!😘
4.9
Steps from the beach and great restaurants!
4.9
Great spot, walk distancw to everywhere, a few squirrels to great you in the morning, comfy bed and a nice hot shower.
4.9
The place was very clean but had a strong smell of must/mold. Also there was no internet signal and our cell phones did not get service inside the home. We had to go outside and down the driveway to get cell service.
4.9
Location, Location, Location. Perfect place to stay in Santa Monica. Walking distance to everything you need and want to see. The bungalow is perfect, comfortable and has everything you need for your stay. T'mimah is awesome. Very attentive and responsive.
4.9
Adorable and comfortable. T’mimah is a fantastic host. You are just steps from beach one way and Santa Monica restaurants the other. Convenient to Venice Beach as well. We would love to stay here again.
4.9
Great place and host was very gracious. We struggled with the whole “must provide drivers license” issue as we are victims of identity theft. In the end it all worked out. We enjoyed our stay and everything was as advertised.
4.9
Eccentric -- in a good way -- cottage. Clean and warm and comfySpacious for two adults
4.9
The location was spectacular. It was so nice to be able to walk to shops and the beach. Not having to get into your car is a dream in LA. Our host was great. Thanks for such a wonderful stay.
4.9
Thank you very much, T‘mimah, for our great stay at your beach bungalow.
We enjoyed your hospitality, the close distance to the beach and to the airport, the lovely neighbourhood and the well equipped bungalow. Hope to see you again in the future!
4.9
wonderful house
4.9
all good with our house but house next door should be demolished by health department
4.9
We had the most amazing time in Santa Monica. This place is literally next to the beach and walking distance from so many cool shops. You cannot beat the location. The host was also extremely nice and checked on us a couple of times. We loved it
4.9
Adorable bungalow just a block from beach. We parked our car (host provided permit) and walked everywhere. So close to beach and SM Pier and Venice. Host is great and bungalow has all basic things you need. We would definitely return!
4.9
The owner goes above and beyond to make your stay enjoyable.
Beach is so close by, just as described in the listing.
Will happily return to this place.
4.9
To start, the location couldn’t be better…..minutes to the beach, minutes to Main Street.
The small apt itself is rustic, cozy and eclectically decorated …fun!
We had everything we needed and our host was lovely.
4.9
My husband and I planned a little getaway for the weekend to celebrate my birthday. We found this bungalow to be the perfect location. Just less than a block away from the ocean and a few blocks to nearby shopping and dining. We felt safe and comfortable in and around the bungalow area. It was very clean and our host was most gracious. The vibe was perfect. We would stay here again in the future.
4.9
Some will say it needs updating but I think that updating would potentially ruin the funky ambiance
4.9
Great, awesome location!
4.9
Overall amazing! Our family of 3 had plenty of room and the location was unbeatable. Thank you for a great week, we will definitely seek this property again when back in Santa Monica.
4.9
Great location and wonderful host! So much to do within walking distance- food, coffee, beaches! Very safe feeling neighborhood too. Easy walk to Venice beach and Santa Monica pier. Beach cafe 5-10 minutes away. Bike rentals super close. T’mimah was an amazing host - went out of her way to make sure we had an enjoyable stay. Even rented boogie boards for us since hers were broken. The place was actually larger than we expected and plenty of space for our family of 4. We didn’t spend much time inside so was perfect for our needs. Very comfy beds too. It is a studio style so don’t expect separate rooms. With older kids (10&12) was just fine for us. Definitely would stay again and recco to friends!
4.9
Very good experience
4.9
Loved the location and the place was just as advertised! Very comfortable bed!
FAQs
How much does this apartment cost compared to others in Santa Monica?
The average price for a rental in Santa Monica is $208 per night. This rental is $96 above the average.
Is parking included with this apartment?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Santa Monica Garden Beach Bungalow - Private, and Steps from the Sand . For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this apartment?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Santa Monica Garden Beach Bungalow - Private, and Steps from the Sand . Enjoy the water!
Is Santa Monica Garden Beach Bungalow - Private, and Steps from the Sand pet friendly?
Yes! This apartment is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.
What amenities are available at Santa Monica Garden Beach Bungalow - Private, and Steps from the Sand ?
We found 10 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, and internet / wifi.
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