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

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Evening Lighting is the best... but there's plenty of natural sunlight too!
Welcome to Sherman Oaks
Entrance at Dusk
Living Room with Fireplace
Living Room to Dining Room

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6139.4 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Los Angeles, CA
  • Universal Studios Hollywood
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Universal CityWalk
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Hollywood Boulevard
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Burbank, CA (BUR-Hollywood Burbank)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Front Bedroom

1 King Bed

Living room 1

1 Queen Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Master Bath

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Second Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

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

Weekly and monthly discounts! *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
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
NO fence around pool, hot stove, glass decorations
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Los Angeles has Vacation Rental rules which are posted at the home. No parties and no outdoor noise after 8pm. This is a quiet neighborhood.
While completely harmless, the elderly neighbor to my south is NOT welcome in this home. Plz text if you're concerned; it's actually rather amusing!
I only need access to backyard to water plants (will always notify you first!). Pool man comes on Thurs mornings. Gardener comes on Fri afternoons.

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 that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number HSR21-000491

About the area

Sherman Oaks

Located in Sherman Oaks, this holiday home is in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Santa Monica Beach and Venice Beach, while Hollywood Bowl and TCL Chinese Theatre are cultural highlights. Check out an event or a game at L.A. Live, and consider making time for Universal Studios Hollywood, a top attraction not to be missed. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails.
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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
  • Burbank, CA (BUR-Hollywood Burbank) - 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?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

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

Situated in the mountains, this holiday 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 The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™ are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Geoff S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect LA Bungalow

Andy, our landlord, did an incredible job creating a warm, well-equipped, very attractive 2-bedroom, 2-bath bungalow even providing a book about the builder of this of this charming 1951 house. Located conveniently near to grocery stores, restaurants and freeways. The neighborhood was very quiet.Andy was speedy in texting answers to our questions And offering helpful suggestions It was a wonderful relaxing vacation thanks to our stay.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ken M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great 5 day stay with family

We had more than enough space for our family of 5 in this nice, beautifully maintained home. Andy is an attentive and thoughtful host. We had everything we needed for our stay. Highly recommended!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristin E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy home with everything you need!

We are a local family of 4 who needed to relocate for a few days during filming in our home. This property was perfect! It was so cute, cozy, clean, comfortable and in the most convenient location! Close to everything. The host was so sweet and communication was great. Will definitely stay here next time we need to relocate.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

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

Josh B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Clean, Well Managed & Great Location

The house and property are kept in excellent condition. It has all the amenities and comes well stocked with everything you need. We had a great time in LA and this house made it feel like home.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chad E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Spot!!

If you're looking to have a wonderful retreat to come home to at the end of a day sightseeing, day at the beach, shopping, or experiencing Universal, this place is perfect!! The home is a gorgeously decorated, cozy bungalow in a beautiful neighborhood with ease of access to busy streets and major highways alike. The host, Andy, could not be more accommodating and easy to work with. I truly believe he's as interested in you having an enjoyable, relaxing time as you are - not always the case with other hosts. You need not look further than this wonderful spot!!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 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

mark l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place! Great location!

Clean. Updated. Central to so many things. The owner is very helpful and responsive. I highly recommend this place.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Jim S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Simply the best house & host you might find

This gem of a house is lovingly, meticulously refurbished and cared for by its owner and host, Andy. Inside and out, it is beautifully detailed, completely comfortable, and has new major appliances, a chef's range, coffee station, a Nest thermostat, etc. Pristine landscaping and a clean, private pool are icing on the cake.It's more important to note that Andy is a superb host and an even better person. My family rented his home when my mother and her caregiver needed to evacuate during the Palisades fire. We didn't know how long it would be before she might (or might not) move back home. Not only was Andy sweet, extremely helpful and accommodating to the ladies as guests, he also worked with us to keep a roof over their heads during this stressful time. He communicated fluidly and graciously allowed us to take it day by day as we needed. For all of his help, patience and understanding, we are extremely grateful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

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

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

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

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

About the host

Hosted by ANDY ACHEN

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Born and raised in Los Angeles, my parents and I moved into this home when I was 12 years old (I won't tell the year... just yet). Realtor by trade, I have found my niche in hosting this vacation rental - I love it. I'm a dog-dad to a 8-year-old American Bully rescue named, Trisha (after singer Trisha Yearwood). She and I live in a completely separate, back-house down the driveway, past the kitchen window that is separated by full privacy fencing and heavy-duty gates. While out of your way, I'm always available to help with mapping and anything else you might need to find your way around town (also found a super viewing point for the HOLLYWOOD Sign).

Why they chose this property

Well-established, quiet neighborhood in Sherman Oaks. Close to Westfield's Fashion Square Mall for shopping, and trendy Ventura Boulevard for dining. Food shopping close too at Whole Foods, Trader Joe's, Gelson's and Ralph's Markets. Starbucks and Rite-Aid Pharmacy are just up the street, two blocks away.

What makes this property unique

The Space:

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. It can get hot in L.A. so in addition to the central cooling system, there are portable fans in the closets of each bedroom. 5 total TVs with one in each bedroom, one in bath and one in kitchen: DISH TV - America's Top 200 w/ 240 channels. Spectrum High-Speed internet included. Full-size washer and dryer in back porch off of kitchen. Both bathrooms have oversized stall showers with tub in master. Speaker system in den for watching movies, plus speakers in master bath, master bedroom, living room and patio to push music through the whole house and outside. Most light switches are on dimmers (and only 3 pesky LED lights in the house) to set the mood and tone you want: the home looks beautiful at night, especially with the custom patio lighting and malibu-lights around the heated pool.

*$25-$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 in summer months). NO profit on gas cost, just covers the expense!

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