Cottage holiday rentals in Santa Monica

Zen Treehouse Retreat-Great Views & Peaceful Decks

Our 1926 cottage is a secret zen retreat! It is nestled in the hills below Topanga and surrounded by sounds of nature & lovely views. Every guest seems to find a spot to fall in love with! Retreat offers a spacious cafe style lit deck with amazing views, succulent garden, gorgeous deck off main suite w/ vast views, a calming study to read in & a tranquil meditation style loft. The newly renovated kitchen creates an amazing culinary experience. Steps away from hiking trails & minutes from PCH.

Hidden Gem by Nature Preserve + Private Parking

A gem in the area of boulders, trails and nature preserve on a private street with plenty of parking! The guesthouse offers a cozy setup with spacious living area; high-vaulted ceilings in all rooms; a 65 inch Smart 4K TV with FREE streaming apps (Netflix in 4K and more) plus local news. Located in a rural neighborhood, yet 5-10 minutes to the nearest dining, groceries, theaters, shopping and a 30-minute scenic drive away to the beach and major Los Angeles & Simi-Valley tourist attractions.

Cozy Cottage Near Universal Studios with Patio

Escape to our cozy, California coastal-inspired one-bedroom, one-bathroom private cottage with a secluded patio and a fully stocked kitchen. Perfectly located for exploring LA’s top attractions like Griffith Park, Universal Studios, the Hollywood Walk of Fame, Hollywood Bowl, LACMA, The Grove, and Dodger Stadium. Enjoy a peaceful home with easy access to major freeways (170, 101, 5, 405), Burbank Airport, and the Van Nuys FlyAway to LAX. Professionally cleaned after every stay for your comfort.

Romantic cottage w outdoor soaking tub on trails

This property is not for the bougie. Rustic, sun filled cottage retreat with gorgeous views of meadow and state park trails. The private separate bath house has a shower with amazing water pressure. The private soaking tub is located steps from your bedroom. There is nothing like a soak under the stars! No fancy updates but this is a beautiful slice of true Topanga. Best for the young who want an authentic “Topanga” experience. The main hiking trail is at your back door. Parking for 1 car

This is the vacation home you’re looking for.

Cozy cottage located on fernwood pacific drive in the Santa Monica/malibu hills. THIS HOME IS NOT INTENDED FOR PARTIES. It’s located 1 mile from the restaurants, market and coffee shops. This cottage offers endless relaxation. 10 minutes to the beach. Upon request we offer, for an additional fee. Gourmet food service,massages, cupping, acupuncture, body scrubs, lymphatic massage infrared sauna, paddle boarding and surf lessons , cooking demonstrations, yoga classes Soundbaths in the yurt.

Orchard House Retreat

(Feb 2025- The Topanga village and homes were spared from the Palisades fire) Welcome to Orchard House Retreat! This 700 sqft private house is in an ancient oak forest in Topanga Canyon near Topanga State Park, the village and the beach! It’s a charming 1 bedroom 1 bath with a cozy living/dining space, modern kitchen and a deck. There’s a well stocked kitchen and orchard. Please note there are two sets of stairs up to the Retreat so being able to climb stairs is necessary. Please see photos.

Little Funky Beach House with Yard

This is your little home away from home. The kitchen is fully equipped, with full size stove, dishwasher, and fridge. Full size tub and shower as well as side by side washer and dryer. Small, grassy area plus cozy outdoor dining space with seating. Many (easily 10-12) nice restaurants within half a mile. Beach and sunset watching a close 3 blocks away. The Redondo Beach Pier is approx 4 blocks away. It's on PCH so you will have easy access to public transportation if needed.

Studio Cottage

This is a small Studio cottage at the rear of my home. It's craftsmanesk in style with a partially open ceiling and a skylight. It's perfect for a couple or single person. There is a swimming pool but it's not heated, fine for swimming June to Oct depending on the weather, unless you are a polar bear. It's a 5 min walk to the MetroGold Line and a 10 min walk to new restaurants on Figueroa St. I have a fairly extensive cactus / succulent garden.

Storybook Cottage, Quiet Neighborhood / Yard, Deck & Hammock

Dine under the trees on the custom-built deck, unwind in the hammock, play in the yard, and cook in a chef's kitchen in this charming 2 bedroom, 3 bed, 2 bathroom cottage on a quiet cul-de-sac in the Franklin Hills. Franklin Hills is a family-oriented neighborhood away from the hustle and bustle of Los Angeles, but close to the hiking, shops, and food in Silver Lake, Los Feliz, Griffith Park, and downtown LA. Peace and serenity in the city.

Pirates of the Caribbean Getaway

PLEASE READ ENTIRE LISTING/RULES BEFORE MESSAGING or BOOKING. Beautiful PRIVATE guest house! Look up Cody Simpson's "Love" on for video of property! I'm booking with safe precautions during covid - calendar is current, I do not keep a wait list LIMITED 1 NIGHT STAYS ARE $325/NIGHT. MSG 4 INFO, NO DISCOUNTS on 1 night stays. Rates vary - enter date in calendar for price, rate as shown on listing is base rate

Canyon Cottage

This rustic, Japanese-coastal design inspired home is tucked away in the Fernwood area of Topanga Canyon, and is just minutes from the beach and the Topanga State Park. Created with tranquility in mind, this peaceful cottage is a minimal, modern hideaway which allows guests to enjoy natural luxuries with organic amenities.

The Venice Love Lodge

This newly remodeled little love nest, in the heart of Venice, is a cozy cottage (400 square feet). It’s just a 15 minute walk to the famous Venice Boardwalk and beach, and 10 minutes to the trendy and eclectic Abbott Kinney Blvd, great shopping and dinning!