Under the Tuscan Sun Studio-Style Cottage With Stone Pool in West LA
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Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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Los Angeles, CA
- Westwood Village4 min drive
- University of California, Los Angeles4 min drive
- Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center6 min drive
- Los Angeles, CA (LAX-Los Angeles Intl.)23 min drive
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8/10 Good
Really cool place, very close (10 min) from LAX
Well equipped. Forget about the hot tub, might well not be there
Bart C.
Jan 18, 2024
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 4)
Main Room
1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Dining Area
About this property
Under the Tuscan Sun Studio-Style Cottage With Stone Pool in West LA
Property manager
Beth Salmon
Premier Host
Amenities
Pool
Hot Tub
Air conditioning
Escape to a Contemporary Private Modern Villa with Outdoor Tranquility
Escape to a Contemporary Private Modern Villa with Outdoor Tranquility
Hot Tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
10.0 out of 10, (49 reviews)
House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:30 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0-17
We have a pool and hot tub with deep end.
Events
No events allowed
Ask for details. We may allow parties.
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
You can smoke outside the cottage.
Damage and incidentals
You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.
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
Note from host: Ask for details. We may allow parties.
Property Registration Number HSR19-003634
We should mention
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property
About the neighborhood
Los Angeles
Located near the beach, this guesthouse is in Mar Vista, a neighborhood in Los Angeles. Hollywood Boulevard and Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Santa Monica Beach and Venice Beach. Check out an event or a game at Kia Forum, and consider making time for Hollywood Walk of Fame, a top attraction not to be missed. Discover the area's water adventures with windsurfing and sailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain climbing and horse riding.
Los Angeles, CA
What's nearby
- Westwood Village - 4 min drive
- University of California, Los Angeles - 4 min drive
- Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center - 6 min drive
- Santa Monica Beach - 13 min drive
- Venice Beach - 18 min drive
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 10 min walk
- Yama Sushi Sake Attitude - 14 min walk
- Starbucks - 11 min walk
- IHOP - 14 min walk
- Starbucks - 14 min walk
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Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Cleanliness
10/10
Staff & service
10/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.6/10
Check-in
9.8/10
Communication
9.8/10
Location
9.6/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
May 12, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Katie S.
May 2, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Concert in LA
Katie S.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Emily G.
Apr 12, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Dreamy cottage
Emily G.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
8/10 Good
Heidi B.
Apr 5, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
One night stay
Heidi B.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Andrew A.
Feb 28, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This cottage is stunning!
Andrew A.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
About the host
Hosted by Beth Salmon
I'm a creative and mom of two kids. I've been a book publisher, editor in chief of health magazines and even a screenwriter. I love movies, especially "Under the Tuscan Sun," which—truth be told—is what inspired a serious property renovation. Since we couldn't move to Italy, I asked my husband Milo to convert our house into one that made us feel like we were on a vacation there every day.
My husband Milo is a mechanical engineer, history/political science buff—and was once the stand-in for Sean Connery on the movie "The Rock." Born in Prague, Milo has toured more than 75 countries. His best souvenirs, though, are the great stories he brings back. Ask him about the time we were stranded on a glacier in Iceland, or the giant sea crocodile he ran into on a lonely stretch of beach on the island of Langkawi (the croc gets bigger every time he tells this story).
You may notice a large two-axle military truck in our driveway. We are offering off-road desert tours to Giant Rock, and other hidden gems, including dry lakes and old gold mines. Be sure to check out our Joshua Tree 2-bedroom house vacation rental, Casa Agave, VRBO listing #2069337, for another unique getaway experience!
My husband Milo is a mechanical engineer, history/political science buff—and was once the stand-in for Sean Connery on the movie "The Rock." Born in Prague, Milo has toured more than 75 countries. His best souvenirs, though, are the great stories he brings back. Ask him about the time we were stranded on a glacier in Iceland, or the giant sea crocodile he ran into on a lonely stretch of beach on the island of Langkawi (the croc gets bigger every time he tells this story).
You may notice a large two-axle military truck in our driveway. We are offering off-road desert tours to Giant Rock, and other hidden gems, including dry lakes and old gold mines. Be sure to check out our Joshua Tree 2-bedroom house vacation rental, Casa Agave, VRBO listing #2069337, for another unique getaway experience!
Why they chose this property
We chose our home because of its location and its potential to become our dream home. When we renovated the entire property a few years ago, we turned what was a California bungalow into a stone farmhouse that you might see in Italy or France! We even have a chicken that free-ranges in parts of the yard. (She's very friendly!) We also converted our liner pool into an eco-friendly state of the art stone pool and added a 20 foot concrete slide that kids love.
We also love this area, which is close to everything the West Side has to offer, including Whole Foods, Trader Joe's, Starbucks, Marshall's, foodie spots on Sawtelle, Pico and Ocean Park Boulevards, and even the beach (it's only four stops west on the Light Rail). And yet, our area still feels like a hidden, diverse enclave in the middle of a very big city. Kids scooter up and down the street here, our local elementary is French Immersion and all the neighbors know each other.
We also love this area, which is close to everything the West Side has to offer, including Whole Foods, Trader Joe's, Starbucks, Marshall's, foodie spots on Sawtelle, Pico and Ocean Park Boulevards, and even the beach (it's only four stops west on the Light Rail). And yet, our area still feels like a hidden, diverse enclave in the middle of a very big city. Kids scooter up and down the street here, our local elementary is French Immersion and all the neighbors know each other.
What makes this property unique
There are so many unique touches added to our house that it's hard to name them all. In effort to create our old-world European dreamscape, we've added Mediterranean plants, gravel, arched doorways and stone walkways, patios and facades. The backyard is lush and private with mature orange trees, tea roses and hedge trees. The pool is made of stone and has a lovely slide and cascading waterfall. The hot tub is made of concrete and stone—it's not plastic—and uses an eco-friendly cleaning system (copper and silver ions and an ozonator) which makes the water very healthy for the skin, hair and body. You will feel as if you've escaped the hustle and bustle of the city when you are here. And yet, you can easily access sights or the freeways to conveniently reach them: Disneyland, Universal, The Getty, Staples Center, beaches (Venice, Santa Monica, Malibu), museums, hiking trails and more!
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