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PICTURE PERFECT minutes to UNIVERSAL STUDIOS & HOLLYWOOD. Early checkin often ok

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Exterior
Outdoor pool, a heated pool
Outdoor dining
Smart TV, stereo
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6139 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

About this property

Entire place

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

PICTURE PERFECT minutes to UNIVERSAL STUDIOS & HOLLYWOOD. Early checkin often ok

Dear Travelers: I’m so pleased to share with everyone around the globe that Los Angeles remains vibrant and welcoming, even after our recent challenges. L.A. County spans a vast 4,000 square miles (10,000 square kilometers); although the fires affected some areas, they only touched approximately 1.4% of our beautiful city. My VRBO is perfectly safe and far from any danger. While we’re all deeply saddened for those who experienced losses, we as Angelinos are committed to rebuilding stronger than ever and many people (including former guests) have asked how they can help. As a VRBO host to this diverse and beautiful city, something we really need is continued tourism, whether it be to see the sites or connect with local family. Your travel to our city would help our small businesses and restaurants too. We are very much open for business and excited for you to visit this, our magnificent City of Angels. Your support means the world to us and we look forward to hosting you.

25% off for MONTHLY STAYS. *Heated Pool* 1951 charm meets the 2020s: welcome to Sherman Oaks, California. Updated and redecorated, this ultra-clean, private home sleeps 6 comfortably. Great for relaxing and sunning with pool, big patio table & chaise loungers. Super comfy beds with fluffy comforters & plenty of soft towels in the baths. Gourmet kitchen: WOLF range, specialty cooking tools, lots of pots and pans, and a coffee station too. Enjoy the peaceful environment while being close to all the fun stuff L.A. has to offer.

NOTE: Home is 2 main streets from trendy Ventura Blvd and very freeway on/offramp close - compare to other listings that are further north... being south is preferable in this neighborhood.

King bed in front master, Queen bed in pool-view back, and Queen Plus in convertible den (American Leather Sleeper Sofa with no bar in the middle) with privacy doors.

Great local neighborhood for walking. There are also beautiful hiking trails nearby in the Santa Monica Mountains. If you're traveling without a car and need to get somewhere fast, I'm usually available for a quick shuttle service!! If you do have a car, there's plenty of parking. Check Metro.net for public transportation.

Distance (approximate) from Andy's VRBO to the following:
Universal Studios - 4 miles (6km)
Hollywood Walk of Fame - 7 miles (11km)
Burbank Airport - 7 miles (11km)
West Hollywood - 7 miles (11km)
Beverly Hills - 8 miles (13km)
Downtown Los Angeles - 12 miles (20km)
Santa Monica Beach - 18 miles (29km)
LAX Intl Airport - 21 miles (34km)
Malibu Beach - 28 miles (45km)
Disneyland - 40 miles (64km)

*$15-$100/day to heat pool. 85 degrees (f) is avg temperature when heated but can be lower if you want. Rate varies depending on time of year: colder months higher, warmer months lower (and often not needed at all in summer months). NO profit on gas cost, just covers the expense!

As noted in other sections of this listing: I LIVE ON THE PROPERTY IN A SEPARATE/PRIVATE GUEST UNIT IN THE BACK THAT IS ACCESSED VIA THE DRIVEWAY (the driveway runs along the side of the dining room and kitchen windows). The entire house, pool and backyard are all yours; the back half of the driveway and my house are gated and fenced for privacy for both of us.

Property manager

ANDY ACHEN

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Heated pool

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Limo/town car service

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Blender
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap

Living spaces

  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hiking nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1500 sq ft (139 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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 not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: NO fence around pool, hot stove, glass decorations

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 10
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and 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 HSR21-000491

Property is also known as

PICTURE PERFECT minutes to UNIVERSAL HOLLYWOOD

About the neighborhood

Map
Los Angeles, CA

What's nearby

  • CBS Studio Center - 4 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Universal Studios Hollywood - 7 min drive - 7.5 km
  • Universal CityWalk - 8 min drive - 8.8 km
  • Sunset Strip - 15 min drive - 16.2 km
  • Hollywood Boulevard - 17 min drive - 17.3 km

Getting around

  • Van Nuys Station - 8 min drive
  • North Hollywood Station - 10 min drive
  • Hollywood Burbank Airport (BUR) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kura Revolving Sushi Bar - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪M Street Coffee - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Casa Vega - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪HomeState - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does PICTURE PERFECT minutes to UNIVERSAL STUDIOS & HOLLYWOOD. Early checkin often ok have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is PICTURE PERFECT minutes to UNIVERSAL STUDIOS & HOLLYWOOD. Early checkin often ok pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at PICTURE PERFECT minutes to UNIVERSAL STUDIOS & HOLLYWOOD. Early checkin often ok?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at PICTURE PERFECT minutes to UNIVERSAL STUDIOS & HOLLYWOOD. Early checkin often ok?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is PICTURE PERFECT minutes to UNIVERSAL STUDIOS & HOLLYWOOD. Early checkin often ok located?

Situated in the mountains, this vacation home is 2 mi (3.2 km) from Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area and 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from CBS Studio Center. Universal Studios Hollywood and Sherman Oaks Galleria are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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PICTURE PERFECT minutes to UNIVERSAL STUDIOS & HOLLYWOOD. Early checkin often ok Reviews

Reviews

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Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 44 out of 44 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 44 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 44 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 44 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Harald F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Stay for family to visit LA
Just perfect
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

julia c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesomeness
SO FANTASTIC...Andy is the best host EVER! Property is perfect, thank you for everything ☺️
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sean S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful!
Like a home away from home. Extra clean, well appointed, great host. Awesome location! Everything is excellent! A must stay!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kerri L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect spring break stay
Andy is an amazing host and has the best home for a family vacation. It had everything we need, Andy thought of every possible detail. And the location is within a short drive to all of the tourist locations. We will definitely book with him in the future
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Greg S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Andy is very friendly and helpful. Will stay again
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachel k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect House For Our Needs
Andy's house had everything we needed and was exactly as described in the listing. Had plenty of space for myself, my husband and our two kids. Hope to stay there again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Well-appointed property with all of the supplies you would ever need. Andy the owner was always quick to respond. Beautifully landscaped with private backyard pool. Whole foods one block away. We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rosemary E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great relaxing vacation
Really nice property. Andy the host was awesome and easy to communicate with. The property was well appointed, close to great restaurants, shopping & entertainment. The neighborhood was quiet & we had a restful stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brent S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing!
We came to town for about 10 days and it was the perfect home away from home. Super clean, incredible host, ideal location. We will 100% be back.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Home Away From Home
This was our second stay at this gorgeous property. The host, Andy, has provided everything I could think of to feel at home. The house feels cozy and safe and is great for family dinners and pool days. We are already looking forward to coming back again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael F., San Francisco, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, remodeled home
Andy we a wonderful host; house was newly remodeled, clean, and in a nice neighborhood.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mary K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic!
The attention to detail and cleanliness of the property was fantastic! The neighborhood is beautiful and Andy, the property owner, made us feel right at home.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place, great location, great owner!!
Our family of 6 stayed for 4 days for the Rose Bowl. The house had everything we needed, was very clean, in an ideal location to conveniently access downtown LA, Pasadena, and other tourist attractions (Hollywood, Beverly Hills, the beach, etc.), and our experience with the owner was wonderful! If we ever come to Southern California again we would definitely stay here!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Leo C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect base for LA - with great pool
Stylish Cali home with a lovely pool, Andy was a super-helpful host and the house was immaculate and well-stocked. Loved it.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Back Again
We keep coming back to this property. It is the perfect place for us to stay while visiting family where we can all gather under one roof to make meals, catch up and feel at home. This is a great location in a safe neighborhood with everything we need. We will be back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Spot in heart of LA
One of the best decorated and clean houses we have stayed out. Andy was very helpful with answers to questions and even provided some great local tips on places to go and see things. House was perfect and great to come home to a heated pool every day to help the kids wind down. Beds were also super comfortable. House is perfectly situated to hit any/all of the LA area attractions you are looking at.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heidi B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Truly a gem!
What a sweet little home in a wonderful neighborhood. It was perfect for our trip to Disneyland/Universal. Our host was very available and took care of us like we were family. My kids enjoyed the pool and didn't want to leave. Hope to stay here again sometime!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely Home
Was a great stay. The pictures do not do it justice. Home was very clean and easy to check in. Andy is nice and very accommodating. Neighborhood is very nice. Stores and Universal very close.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anita K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely Amazing!!!
First off Andy is absolutely amazing his place is Amazing everything you need is there!! Not far from LAX. Great neighborhood!! We had an amazing time after disney to unwind. Close by lots of grocery stores and restaurants. Very clean and looks just like the pictures. Would definitely recommend staying there we will definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A home away from home
Andy's home had all the makings for a comfortable stay. We were in town to visit family and enjoyed having the home to cook meals, play board games, and gather around and watch movies together. In warmer temps, the outdoor space would provide the absolute ideal family hang out space. The home was spotless and extremely comfortable. Next time I visit the area I will absolutely be staying here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Perfect Place to Gather
I grew up in the area and now live in Hawaii. I wanted to come with my son to visit family. This house is located just 15 minutes from where my Dad lives. My brother was able to drive down and join us for part of our stay. It was the perfect place to have meals, talk story and to reconnect.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Monika K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Most personal service! Feels like a home away from home!
We just love this property! Andy is so thoughtful and keeps this property absolutely spotless! Every amenity you could imagine is available for you! The neighborhood is lovely with a Whole Foods walking distance away! We have stayed here three times and can’t wait to come again! A short day trip to Malibu is just a bonus, but the pool at the property is truly the best! Thank you Andy!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

April T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay!
We loved our stay at Andy's house on a recent trip tp LA. He's a wonderful host and responds quickly to any questions you might have. He's very accommodating, and was in touch with all the details we needed about the property before our arrival and during our stay. The house, (as well as the outside pool area) is immaculately clean, tastefully furnished, and very comfortable. Great neighborhood, conveniently located. I would recommend this property and would stay here again! Thanks Andy!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Delia Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
College Touring in Los Angeles
The stay was amazing at Andy's. The property was very warm and welcoming, and had everything you needed. It was located in a great area, not far from freeway. Andy knew we were coming for College tour with my girls, so he typed up a map for short cuts to get to desired Universities. The pool area and every area of the home was well tended to and decorated with extreme care. My next trip to LA I hope this property is available because it was perfect!!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy P. P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
National Championship Game 2023
Stayed here bc 1) close to Burbank airport and out of the LA high traffic areas 2) HEATED POOL!!! This house was a great getaway in Sherman Oaks area. House was very quaint and clean. Andy was a phenomenal and responsive host. Very east check in and check out. Everything you need as far as food is not far away at all (10 min drive), beach was easy to get to in Santa Monica and neighborhood was walkable for a stroll. We would stay here again in a heartbeat.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023