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The Best of Topanga: Clean! Close to Beach, Town, & Hiking!

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Topanga, CA
  • Topanga State Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Getty Villa
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Santa Monica Beach
    ‪30 min drive‬
  • Santa Monica, CA (SMO-Santa Monica Municipal)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

The Best of Topanga: Clean! Close to Beach, Town, & Hiking!

This clean, modern detached guest house is the perfect place to either retreat for a weekend or use as a home base to explore the canyon, beaches, and trails. Our gated property is in the desirable PO Tract & directly across the street from over 10,000 acres of wild parkland. Spend the day hiking to the waterfalls, then shop in funky Topanga village, then come home and relax by the fire pit. Or if you're coming to town for a wedding, retreat, or function--let us know. We can help by picking you up after an event! (Ubers can be challenging late at night in the canyon.)

We love Topanga and have lived here for over 20 years. Our property is unique as you can walk to town, easy access to trails, but it is also quite private. We do live on the poroperty but are 50 yards away— you wont hear us, we wont hear you. The only common area is the driveway.

We are an active family, so we have plenty of surfboards, SUP, bikes, boogie boards, and more available for a small fee. We are also happy to offer advice on how to best enjoy your stay.


Minutes to:
Walking- Topanga Town 10 min
Walking- State Park 1 min
Walking- Inn of the Seventh Ray 5 min
Driving- Topanga State Beach 6 min
Driving- Malibu 15 min
Driving- Santa Monica 15 min
Driving- LAX 30 min
Driving- Inn of the Seventh Ray 2 minutes (walkable but uphill)
Driving-The 1909 5 minutes (not walkable)

Additional fee:
extra office desk and chair
sporting goods (pretty much anything)

Property manager

Amelia C Dalgaard
Premier Host

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Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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

About the area

Topanga

Located in Topanga, this holiday home is in the mountains and near the beach. Santa Monica Pier and Venice Beach Boardwalk are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Santa Monica Beach and Venice Beach. Candy Cane Lane and Annenberg Community Beach House are also worth visiting.
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Topanga, CA

What's nearby

  • Topanga State Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Getty Villa - 12 min drive - 10.1 km
  • Candy Cane Lane - 17 min drive - 17.4 km
  • Santa Monica Pier - 19 min drive - 17.2 km
  • Santa Monica Beach - 30 min drive - 13.7 km

Getting around

  • Sylmar- San Fernando Station - 34 min drive
  • Van Nuys, CA (VNY) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Lois Ewen Overlook - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Duke's - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Cafe On 27 - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Mastro's Ocean Club - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Best of Topanga: Clean! Close to Beach, Town, & Hiking! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Best of Topanga: Clean! Close to Beach, Town, & Hiking!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Best of Topanga: Clean! Close to Beach, Town, & Hiking!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Best of Topanga: Clean! Close to Beach, Town, & Hiking! located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is steps away from Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area and Topanga State Park. Santa Monica Beach and Topanga State Beach are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kurt N.

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

Perfect little place!

So close to the trail and convenient, close to town, friendly and helpful owner...thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Gail O.

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

Nice Place

Nice people, nice place!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

rebecca M.

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

Lovely Sanctuary in the Hills

Lovely boho spot away from the hustle and bustle but conveniently close to beaches and west LA. Amelia is a wonderful host, communicate and helpful and she gave great recommendations!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie R., Orono, USA

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

Lovely stay in Topanga Canyon

We loved our stay at the darling guesthouse in Topanga Canyon. Our hosts were really helpful with any needs & we had easy access to the state park with incredible hikes with breathtaking views! Highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul M.

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

Topanga spot

Great people super chill spot close to good stuff in the area
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tanya J.

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

Peaceful Retreat

We had an amazing time! Amelia was a wonderful host and super helpful with recommendations. The house was great, in a very peaceful setting in the canyon. Close to the beach, hiking, and lots of great restaurants. We loved our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bailey

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Amelia was a delightful host! This space was perfect for a quick trip to Topanga Canyon. I wish we could have spent more time here! It was tranquil and spacious.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jolene B.

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

Wonderful secluded private place

Such a beautiful place that is very private. Host was delightful and left snacks. The fresh flowers and fruit and all the plants were such nice touches that made this place very homey and comfortable. Such a great little area that’s just outside the city where you feel like you’re secluded and with nature. I will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan M.

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

overnight trip along coast

Spending time with family along the coast and needed a place to stay. The guest house at Topanga was convenient and very cute!. Nice patio decor, nicely decorated and private. It's not a big place, so not ideal for more than 2, but overall worked just fine for us.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cody C.

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

Quiet Getaway

Amelia is a great host and has a beautiful property. Hiking trails start a short walk away. I will gladly stay again. Special thanks for letting me borrow your blender!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kendall H.

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

Topanga stay

Dealt with some wifi outages in the area our first night in, and Amelia’s communication was great, she kept us updated the entire time. As for our stay, the area was very cozy and inviting. Plenty of privacy and awesome views. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jen P.

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

Perfect Location

This was the perfect location for my needs. The property was safe and close to town and not too far from many other places. I loved being visited by the resident cat and dogs (however if this isn’t for you they don’t bother you at all!).
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachel K.

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

Perfect getaway

The 3 of us moms of young kids needed a getaway weekend. We had the most amazing two night stay at the Topanga guest house. Amelia was awesome and so helpful our whole visit. We were delighted with the accommodations, hiking, beaches, and wonderful hosts. Thanks for an unforgettable experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Edward H.

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

A different LA experience

Topanga was a great change of pace for our annual trip to LA. Loved everything about it. Felt like we were in the country but just a few minutes from Santa Monica and Malibu. Perfect for a dad daughter trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Don D.

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

Pleasant stay in Topangs

We very much enjoyed our visit to Topanga. Amelia was a wonderful host and the property was clean and well equipped. Our only distraction is that the bed and the couch in the living area were not very comfortable. All in all, however, we had a great visit.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Meghan S.

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

Relaxing & Convenient Getaway

My husband, daughter (13) & I loved this home and Topanga! The owner was very kind and responsive. We felt like we had our own space and the unit itself was cozy and had a sweet welcome note. The parking lot for hiking at the state park is a few houses down, beach is 10 minutes & Topanga is fun & unique. Great fresh food at nearby restaurants. Thank you for an unforgettable experience. We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Courtney T.

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

Adorable mountain cottage

We absolutely loved the little house in Topanga! Amelia was an amazing host and checked in with us to see if there was anything that could make our stay even better. The surfboards provided were a huge hit with my teenagers!! The house was adorably decorated and clean. The area was beautiful and close to the beach and Santa Monica. We loved exploring the funky shops in Topanga. We can't wait to return!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matthew H.

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

Topanga February 2024

Amelia was very helpful throughout. This is a nice little accessory dwelling unit. I had terrible weather (even lost power) but none of that was the host’s fault; just tough luck! Be warned, Topanga Canyon Road can, at times, have bumper to bumper traffic.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert A.

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

Acres of wilderness, minutes from Santa Monica

Amelia was a great host. Always available and helpful, but otherwise out of site. This home was clean and well-equipped; comfortable for two, with capacity for one or two more. The real attraction for us were the acres of beautiful wilderness literally across the street, and the colourful village of Topanga. Bring your bike or hiking boots. You’ll love it! Thanks for sharing, Amelia!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

About the host

Hosted by Amelia C Dalgaard

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We've lived in Topanga for over 20 years. We've raised two kids, three dogs, and a few cats on this quiet property and couldn't be happier to share it with you!

Topanga offers everything--hiking, surfing, relaxing--our property is stunning yet close to all of the major locations.

Why they chose this property

Our place is uniquely located right across the street from the Topanga State Park, seconds from town, and very close to Topanga Canyon Boulevard. Driving in our neighborhood is about as easy as it gets in Topanga--no one lane roads, no dirt roads, etc.
Our place is fully fenced and gated so it is safe. Though we have dogs, they do not have access to your area, unless of course, you'd like them to visit. Just let us know.

What makes this property unique

*very clean
*highly accessible
*fenced
*gated
*parking inside gate
*we have all kinds of sporting goods available
*we also have plenty of office furniture if you'd like a longer stay for work
*we are easy and very friendly

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