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Sun loungers
Flat-screen TV, Netflix, Hulu, books
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.0 out of 10

Wonderful

Entire apartment

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Dryer
    Dryer

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Big Sunny Getaway | Walkable to Convention & Beach

Come live the sunny SoCal life in my sunny beach getaway.
Enjoy the best of both worlds as we re just two blocks from the beach and two blocks from downtown. It s a quick Lyft to the Convention Center, or walk to bars, restaurants.
Each morning, make yourself at home to my tea and coffee bar. Choose from fair trade arabica means for a delicious french press, or a wide variety of teas.
The front bedroom features a heavenly queen size mattress on a platform bed. Think of this as your beach getaway with a vintage skyline. Flowing linens cover the windows giving a beachy feel to the room.
The second bedroom is a dreamland with a queen bed tucked on the quiet end of the house. Think of this cozy room as a beach hideaway.
In the evening (after your walk on the beach), enjoy a large flat screen tv equipped with Hulu and Netflix.
I have recently added some extra special touches!
Newly added:
-Full-service bathroom supplies: In addition to fresh towels, you now have a selection of shampoo, conditioner, body wash, and a blow dryer. You ll pretty much just needs clothes!
-Beach supplies: Grab a chair and a frisbee and hit the sand. The beach is just two blocks away so who can resist!?
- Lending library: Borrow some of my personal favorites for the beach or to read in bed at night. Feel free to add to the collection if you have a book you d like to share with the world.
- Game supply: Pass an evening with your pals sipping wine and playing board games.
-More common area seating: I ve updated the common spaces to include additional relaxing space.
This building was built in the turn of the century, making it a beautiful vintage style home. Keep your eye open throughout the apartment for vintage furniture, hand reupholstered treasures, and personal touches that come from my love of design. Due to the fact that the building was built around WWI, you ll hear a few creaks and signs of age, but my past guests have loved the charm of this welcoming space.

Property manager

Kate Shaw

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach sun loungers

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Car not required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Paper towels
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Netflix
  • Hulu
  • Streaming services
  • Books
  • Games

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 1 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a hospital
  • Near outlet shopping

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Marina nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 23

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number NRP22-00915

We should mention

A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Big Sunny Getaway Walkable to Convention Beach
Big Sunny Getaway | Walkable to Convention Beach
Big Sunny Getaway | Walkable to Convention & Beach Apartment
Big Sunny Getaway | Walkable to Convention & Beach Long Beach

About the neighborhood

Map
Long Beach, CA

What's nearby

  • Long Beach Convention and Entertainment Center - 2 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Aquarium of the Pacific - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Shoreline Village - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Long Beach Cruise Terminal - 6 min drive - 4.8 km
  • RMS Queen Mary - 6 min drive - 4.8 km

Getting around

  • 1st Street Station - 15 min walk
  • Commerce Station - 24 min drive
  • Long Beach Municipal Airport (LGB) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Falcon - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Broadway Cocktail Lounge - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Breakfast Bar - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Super Mex - ‬6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Big Sunny Getaway | Walkable to Convention & Beach pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at Big Sunny Getaway | Walkable to Convention & Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Big Sunny Getaway | Walkable to Convention & Beach?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Big Sunny Getaway | Walkable to Convention & Beach located?

Located in Alamitos Beach, this apartment building is within 1 mi (2 km) of City Beach and Long Beach Convention and Entertainment Center. RMS Queen Mary and Long Beach Cruise Terminal are also within 3 mi (5 km). 1st Street Station is 15 minutes by foot and Downtown Long Beach Station is 20 minutes.

Big Sunny Getaway | Walkable to Convention & Beach Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 27 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 27 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 27 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 27 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 27 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michelle W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice home
Nice big home lots of space, nice view. The mattresses are a little rough but everything else was great
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shauna C. H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Book now for the 2028 Olympics
Really great stay. The downstair neighbors were a bit loud Friday, but having beach towels, chairs, umbrella, and games ready to go was priceless. I'd book as soon as possible for the 2028 LA Olympics.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jill G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Short stay in Long Beach
Great place for small party and short stay. Walking distance to beach. Easy check in. Kate was very responsive and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Kelli K.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Doesn’t Meet Customary VRBO Standards
We stayed 15 days. Tried to find another rental a few days in but nothing was available on short notice. The place hasn’t been deep cleaned in a long time. Thick dust everywhere. Leaves on the artificial plants caked with dirt. Big dust bunnies in corners, baseboards dirty, cobwebs on the ceiling. It’s a 100+ year old building so I understand the charm of age, but the paint is chipped and dirty throughout. Shower curtain had red and brown algea. No exhaust in the kitchen so fire alarm went off when we tried to cook. Kitchen poorly stocked. Two dinner forks and 2 salad forks. Pulled a wooden spatula out of the drawer that was crusted on both sides with old food. What was once the living room is now the main bedroom so the common living space is the dining room which holds a couch and a 24” round glass table with 2 chairs. (A 3rd dinette chair was broken/unusable) - probably fine if you’re only staying 1 or 2 nights. The whole place felt neglected. Neighborhood was AWESOME - best thing about the rental. All the sights and sounds of urban living. Super dog friendly. We enjoyed quite a few pool games at Sweet Water, tacos from the street vender on the corner next to Sweet Water, outdoor cocktails at Ellie’s and donuts. We experienced a few noise issues that were out of Kate’s control. She was very responsive in her efforts to help in any way she could.
Stayed 15 nights in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Jeff G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location, but could use some updates
Overall, the place is in an excellent location, and is perfectly suitable for a short stay. However, we stayed when the weather was cold, and heating was not adequate and we could never get hot water to the kitchen sink. Furnishings are functional, but some could use replacing. Kate provided excellent recommendations in and around the neighborhood!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Just as described! Parking could be tricky. Would book again
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emily S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend stay
Loved the apartment. Neighborhood was great with delicious restaurants and we could walk to the beach!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

amy h.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing location for our stay
Traveled to LGB for a wedding at The Ebell, and Kate’s place was a great choice for our stay, being that it was only 3 blocks away. We loved being able to walk to restaurants, a 7-11, a donut shop with really good coffee. The unit is in a multi-unit building built in 1915, and has charming original floors and built-ins! It’s equipped with all that we needed for our stay and the beds were comfortable (this is highly important, to me at least). We were thankful for the window AC units altho they were a bit dirty; this is my only complaint. Just a note for those sensitive like me or with health issues, the next door neighbor smokes cigarettes on the shared balcony and the smell does seep into the little laundry area through the rear door, but does dissipate enough to not smell in the smaller bedroom nearby. Kate is a responsive host and was super kind and accommodated our last minute ask to check out 30 mins late, and we were able to enjoy an amazing brunch at Ellie’s before leaving, without bringing our luggage!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Chic, Clean and Cosy in Long Beach!
Family and I had a great stay at Kate’s place. Great beach access and walking distance to wonderful food. Loved the ambiance and extremely comfortable beds!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Colleen C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute place with all you need
I was in town for a conference at the convention Center and it was a lovely 20 min walk, totally safe. The place is an older building and I was worried as I walked in, but it is adorably appointed and super clean. Beds comfy. Fluffy towels—all just very homey. Kate was at the ready if we needed anything (we didn’t). Loud music from very close building Friday night but quieted down at a reasonable hour. Perfect for our needs
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathy M., -

Liked: Cleanliness
Close to restaurants and conveniences
This is a great location for 2 adults. It's an old house so you can clearly hear neighbors, but the one we met was very nice. I love the neighborhood. I would not recommend for children.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

4/10 Poor

Andrea M.

Not what I expected
I was not completely satisfied with my stay at this property but I did have excellent response time to my questions and concerns. I have chosen to email the property manager privately about some of my concerns with the hopes that some well deserved request for improvement will be taken into considerations for the next customer staying there.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paul W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful place
Serene and beautiful
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

monica b.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just as described
We highly recommend this adorable place for your next trip to Long Beach. It has everything you need; it’s clean, comfortable, and conveniently located. Kate replied to my text almost immediately and I felt assured she’d be that way our whole stay. The ONLY slightly negative thing is the parking. Kate fully discloses that ahead of time and she isn’t kidding. After 4:30 or on the weekends, good luck getting a spot on the same block. But you can easily park at the gas station at the end of the street for a small fee. Easy peasy! Did I mention that this place is comfortable?? The beds/pillows/linens are amazing! We got great sleep after a long day of exploring!! We will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alisha P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very Pleasant & Cozy
I really enjoyed my stay at Kates place. Two small subtle things that really pleased me was how quickly and efficiently the AC units worked and the shower water stayed hot even after 4 people showered. The place was clean and in a good area… we were able to walk to a meat market and get groceries (maybe about 7 mins there) and the beach was not a bad walk either. Parking is very limited but she makes that clear so I won’t complain… I took my kids to Disneyland which was about a 30 min drive from her place… upon our return there wasn’t any parking however we were able to utilize the chevron station that she referred us to. Overall my kids and I really enjoyed our stay. Definitely recommend. ☺️
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a wonderful apartment in a great Long Beach location. It was walkable to everything - the East Village Arts District, the beach, Retro Row, and a slew of great restaurants. The apartment itself is a charming unit, pre-WWII construction with charming built-ins and a nice layout. I really liked that the nicely sized bedrooms were on either end of the unit, giving us the ability to chill on our own, or come together in the living room as we chose. Both bedrooms and the living room had individual in-window air-conditioning, something that is important in California summers! Everything was clean, well maintained and thoughtfully set up. The host is very good about communicating, gave us a lot of information on the area (including a tip on a great restaurant that is steps away). I admit that I am picky, I do a lot of travel planning professionally so I can be overly critical. Still, I found nothing to complain about. Note: Friday and Saturday nights can be a little lively in this part of Long Beach, however, we never had excessive noise, and everything seems to quiet down just after midnight, it is a residential neighborhood and it feels like people get that and are respectful This really was just an all around great experience.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Alva A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming
I fell in love with the building!!! It was completely charming. It was cozy yet spacious at the same time. All the windows let in natural light and fresh air which made the space feel even bigger than it was. Parking is a little bit of an issue, but luckily the parking gods were with us! There's lots of food options within walking distance which is a plus. We enjoyed a nice walk down to the beach which was also a big selling point for us. We loved our stay and would definitely book here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

rebecca V.

Liked: Cleanliness
My stay
My stay overall was good. I love that everything was walkable distance. Only issue I seen was some sketchy people and fighting going on out in the neighborhood. Parking was crazy but chevron was good not far. Neighbors were good talkative. The gentleman right below us however was constantly open the door every time we walked out and I didn’t know to get up to the house their is a flight of stairs. That was not a problem only with the ice chest my sister bring it down about 12 in the morning the guy had a problem with that. So just make sure to try to carry things up because he will say something 😒 and one last thing was refrigerator does not get cold 🥶 but beside those minor issues was a great stay
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Casey S.

Liked: Cleanliness
An enjoyable weekend
Parking was the only thing not perfect 😀
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Prettiest spot close to beach!
My friend and I had a great stay in this apartment - we came to work remotely in a fun place for a few days. It was a great setup to work and the aesthetic of this apartment is too cute! Honestly I thought the apartment was even bigger than the photos made it look, which was great! It's super sunlit and a five minute walk to the beach. We had such a great stay and I hope to come back again!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jasimen R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing experience!!
Very cute beach house setup! Everything was clean and tidy on my arrival. She also had a book with any questions I might have had. Great experience would stay again!

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Definite must stay!
Our stay was fantastic! We were made to feel really at home and Kate was fantastic with communicating with us along the way. It's a definite must! Our only problem was the parking, it fills up EVERYWHERE (including Chevron - a gas station where you can pay £8 to stay until 7am) super fast and super early every evening! Kate's idea of leaving our car and getting a Lyft/Uber was great, the only problem was each day we were so far from the house with so much more to do it would have been too expensive for us to do. A definite must stay, just stay around the area at night time to ensure relaxation when it comes to parking. Thanks Kate for an amazing stay!

10/10 Excellent

Nicole M., Chesapeake

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute Home
We thoroughly enjoyed staying here. It was the perfect size for the 3 of us visiting. Kate was very kind and answered any questions we had. When we come back, we would love to stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2019

6/10 Okay

Kathleen W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute
Stayed here July 22-28, 2019 for our daughter dance convention. Apartment is located in the area it states in the listing, however it is at least a 25-30 minutes walk to convention center which is a long walk daily. Uber/Lyft was very convenient and reasonable. There was work being completed on the outside of the building that we were not made aware of, and woke up several days to a gentleman on a ladder peeking into the bedroom. He was able to see inside because the blinds in the bedroom do not block out viewing from outside as the spacing on the rod isn’t sufficient to block that. The kitchen has no window dressing at all. That is uncomfortable because the apartment faces another building and others can look into the unit. Drapes on the living room window are very thin and you can see both inside and out even with them closed. The couch faces the window and that was an odd set up, especially as much privacy that was lacking. It was 95 outside everyday and at least 85-90 inside. Air conditioning is not central air and you must turn the units off (located in each of the bedrooms) when you leave. Which makes the unit very hot and miserable for sleeping because it doesn’t cool properly. Too hot to cook because of the lack of cooking in the unit. It would be nice for a toaster and regular coffee maker for mornings when it is rushed and something quick is needed. All in all, apartment is cute and located in a great area. Beach was a 2.5 block walk away and was easily accessible. Restaurants and shopping are a short uber ride away near the convention center, and there are plenty to choose from. We didn’t try any of the area restaurants.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Julie H.

Adorable apt, Adorable neighborhood
We found Kate's apartment to be adorable and in a great neighborhood. Super friendly neighbors made us feel right at home. Everything (restaurants, convenient store, shops) is within walking distance, including the beach! The only "cons" for us: 1. the living room set up is odd, being that the couch faces another apartment building and I'd catch the neighbor looking in. hehe 2. I liked the idea of a french-press coffeepot, but I found it difficult to use, and TBH, would prefer a standard coffeemaker. Overall, I would recommend Kate's apartment if you weren't going to spend too much time in it. Chances are, that you'll be too busy exploring LBC like us, and it is a great place to lay your head. Both beds were super comfy.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2019