You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
The California Mission
One of Long Beach's iconic properties has been brought to vrbo to share in the beauty of the Esser House!
Long Beach Historic Landmark: This Home is a fine example of Spanish Colonial Revival architecture, it was completed in 1929 just prior to the Great Depression. The architecture evokes the romance of the Mediterranean and of Spanish California during the housing boom of the prosperous 1920's. Please note this is an historic building and much we tak great pride in maintaining the original character of the home!
An oasis in a vibrant city with a spacious layout and incredible privacy.
PHOTOSHOOTS AND FILMING REQUESTS please contact the hosts.
Property manager
Aaron
Languages
English, Spanish
Property amenities
Beach
Near the beach
Internet
Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Onsite parking
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Microwave
Oven
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Coffee/tea maker
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bed sheets provided
Bathrooms
2 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Towels provided
Hair dryer
Toilet paper
Living spaces
Living room
Dining room
Entertainment
Smart TV
Outdoor areas
Patio
Fenced yard
Laundry
Washing machine and dryer
Comfort
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Things to do
Sailing nearby
Hiking nearby
Marina nearby
Surfing/body boarding nearby
Power boating nearby
Kayaking nearby
Cycling nearby
Water skiing nearby
Mountain biking 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
First aid kit
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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
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit
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 NRP22-00778
Property is also known as
Classic California
The California Mission Long
The California Mission Long Beach
The California Mission Private vacation home
The California Mission Private vacation home Long Beach
About the neighborhood
Long Beach, CA
What's nearby
Long Beach Convention and Entertainment Center - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
Aquarium of the Pacific - 2 min drive - 2.3 km
Long Beach Cruise Terminal - 5 min drive - 4.7 km
RMS Queen Mary - 6 min drive - 4.7 km
Port of Long Beach - 10 min drive - 8.2 km
Getting around
1st Street Station - 12 min walk
Commerce Station - 24 min drive
Long Beach Municipal Airport (LGB) - 22 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 7 min walk
Broadway Cocktail Lounge - 5 min walk
Padre - 8 min walk
The Breakfast Bar - 5 min walk
Super Mex - 4 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is The California Mission pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at The California Mission?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at The California Mission?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is The California Mission located?
Located in Alamitos Beach, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of City Beach, Long Beach Convention and Entertainment Center, and Aquarium of the Pacific. Long Beach Cruise Terminal and RMS Queen Mary are also within 3 mi (5 km). 1st Street Station is 12 minutes by foot and Downtown Long Beach Station is 15 minutes.
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The California Mission Reviews
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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Great location and friendly neighborhood! The house is cozy and a great escape.
Paula T.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kristen
12 February 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
The house was beautiful and clean. We were able to walk to the Aquarium of the Pacific, in less than 30 minutes.
There are some homeless in the area, but felt safe in the day, we didn't really go out at night. There was 1 parking space. During the day parking is easy, but later it gets hard to find a spot.
I saw an earlier review that mentioned a shortage of silverware and only 1 dishtowel. There are 6 forks, 1 large spoon, one small spoon and 1 dishtowel and 1 washcloth. There are 3 plastic wine glasses. So, other than being short on some items, it was a very nice stay.
There is a Mexican restaraunt a couple blocks away that is good.
Spent 5 days in Long Beach for a family wedding. The house was totally comfortable for the six of us. Check in was seamless, close to the beach and lots of food options nearby. We couldn’t have been happier.
Verified traveler
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
6/10 Okay
Tonia A.
31 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Location
There wasn't no access for a wheelchair
We didn't get stay at the property because one of are party had a power chair and we couldn't get him in the house even with the ramp we brought. So we had to get a motel room. Oh there wasn't no parking spots now that was bad.
Tonia A.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
6/10 Okay
Jodi T.
8 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Check-in, communication, location
Family Vacation
Rental was as pictured and clean. The check-in process was not met and there was a delay in gaining access to the home.
We had a great stay. There were three of us - colleagues attending an event at the Long Beach Convention Center. This was a wonderful alternative to hotel rooms. We got to make our own meals and relax in a wonderfully comfortable house. Privacy was good, with two full bathrooms making it easy. The check-in and check-out were easy. The only thing to watch for is Monday morning 10-12 is street sweeping time so you have to move the car. Otherwise it was wonderful!
Loved the Spanish/Mexican feel, especially all the nooks and crannies. The rooms are Large. One couch old and uncomfortable.could use a bit more living room seating for 6 adults/teens. Blankets plentiful. Did not appreciate the smell of marijuana near the TV or finding the stash in the armoire below the TV!!! (We left it all there!) Comfortable walk to the Convention Center for volleyball tournament.
A good location and interesting older home. However the screens are in poor repair. There is no A/C and a lot of ambient noise. The hot water did not work for over half the stay. It seemed to be our responsibility to keep checking the status of the repairs. We would have appreciated a refund or some compensation for this inconvenience.
KATHLEEN P.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
8/10 Good
Minnie C.
5 October 2023
Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy
Cruise trip stay
The house was nice, but no AC. The house did not smell clean, house was dusty but on a positive note the kitchen and bathrooms were clean.
I felt very uncomfortable feeling people could see thru the blinds in the upstairs bathroom. We had to leave the windows open to keep the house cool.
The beds we’re comfortable. The people in the neighborhood were very nice.
This would be a very nice house if the house felt cleaner and added some decorative things that would make the home feel welcoming. I could not sleep because it felt eerily. The house has a lot of potential.
I did not get instructions until the day before and key lock code I received the day I arrived to Long Beach. That part was very stressful to me. Overall it was ok.
Minnie C.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
2/10 Terrible
Daniel M.
29 July 2023
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
***Beware no AC and no Window Screens, Hot Water Stopped Working***
Nowhere in the listing does it state this house has no A/C. The homeowner kept telling me it will be cooler this week (when we arrived the house was 87 degrees inside). I was forced to purchase 2 fans since the homeowner only provided one small box fan for the entire house. The only way to cool the house was to open all windows and the doors to the patio. The patio doors do not have screens, the window in the front of the house only has one screen which is equivalent to no screen if you have half a brain. All the screen except for two or three were effective the rest were bent, did not close (meaning bugs still get in) or were taken off (upstairs room). The entire house had cobwebs, downstairs and upstairs. The floors were extremely dusty, and all the windows had dirt and leaves around them. I am honestly confused what the cleaning fee does. Back to the lack of screens, overnight we had to leave the windows open it's the only way to get the house under 80 degrees. In the morning the downstairs restroom, kitchen and behind the couches were swarmed with mosquitoes. I don't think I have ever seen this many mosquitoes in a house and I live in Texas. The last day the hot water stopped working and when I notified the homeowner his reply was “ok thanks”. We were also forced to purchase laundry detergent and dryer sheets as the homeowner did not provide any. We felt trapped in this house, we had no more money to get a hotel and the entire time was ruined by the heat, bugs and dirt.
The property is located within 10 mins of great restaurants and bars and it comes with its own parking spot. We were there for a work conference at the Convention Center which was a short walk from the house. Check in was easy and check out was even easier.
My daughter and her friends wanted a trip to finish their senior year with a bang. Plus wanted to try adulting! 😂This place was perfect. I got my space, they got theirs. Close to lots of places, very quiet and we all loved the mattresses 😉. Best sleep in a long time. Would highly recommend this place. The owner was very easy to work with. They adults very well.