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Smart TV, stereo, computer monitors, printers
Dining
Reviews
9.6

Exceptional

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2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

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  • Washer
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  • Barbecue grill
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  • Outdoor space
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  • Air conditioning
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Whittier, CA
  • Popular LocationWhittier College6 min drive
  • Popular LocationPico Rivera Sports Arena8 min drive
  • Popular LocationCitadel Outlets15 min drive
  • AirportLos Angeles, CA (LAX-Los Angeles Intl.)52 min drive

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About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Gorgeous views, spacious house on large property

Suspend time in this beautiful hilltop home away from home with views of the city and ocean. Centrally located between Disneyland, Universal Studios, the beach, and the mountains! You get 2000 sq/ft and a beautiful 1/4 acre yard and patio with grill and fire pit to yourself. If you've seen those views of the city lights in the movies, that’s what you'll have.

NO GATHERINGS are permitted. This applies to quinceañeras, weddings, birthdays, media productions, and family gatherings. We allow a maximum of 6 guests overnight. They must be included at the time of your request. Then we allow no more than 8 people at once on the property at any given time,. We charge $50 per person for any unregistered overnight guests or people over 8 regardless of age or relational status.

The advantages of this house are the central location, the views, and large space and lot which you get to yourself. There are two large bedrooms with a king and a queen and two living areas that include an additional queen bed. The living room, bedrooms, and kitchen/dining area have enormous windows for viewing the city lights all the way to the ocean. The backyard has a large patio with table/chairs, BBQ, fire pit, grassy yard, beautiful plants, and outdoor lighting. You can also walk up the street to explore miles of trails with stunning 360° views of the city, mountains, and ocean!

There are Ring doorbells on the front and back doors and a ring camera on the driveway. These can be used for communication. They only cover the areas right in front of the doors and the driveway. They do not activate or pick up information when using the back patio, back yard, or front yard..

It is a quiet residential neighborhood called “The Hill.” It’s truly hard to believe you are right in the middle of the LA area. There are almost always birds singing and flowers blooming. There are many restaurants down the hill in “Uptown” Whittier- which in most cities would be called downtown.

The 605 freeway is very close, which is a pretty big deal. Some places in LA it takes 15 minutes just to get to a freeway. Make sure to check traffic, as distance is measured in time, not miles, in LA. To access most, places it’s better to get started before 12. Except downtown LA. That’s actually easier to get to in the afternoons and evenings during the reverse commute.


TO DO

The central location of this house allows for day trips in any direction. Below are suggestions for trips we like. (FYI, any beach with do and every beach town has a pier with restaurants and shops.)

NORTH

Huntington Gardens
• Amazing gardens year round
• Amazing library with Gutenberg bible
• Excellent cafe
• Tea room (must reserve)

Pasadena
• Descanso Gardens
• Norton Simon museum
• Nasa JPL
• Gamble House
• Rose Bowl and parade
• Many excellent restaurants and high end shops
• Echo Mountain hike
• Downtown Glendale

Burbank/North Hollywood
• Walt Disney Studios
• Universal Studios
• LA Zoo
• Downton Glendale (go to Portos)
• Noho Arts District
• Ventura Bvd

Monrovia
• Los Angeles County Arboretum
• Santa Anita Canyon
• Santa Anita Racetrack
• Eaton Canyon
• Downtown Monrovia - Friday night farmers market

Santa Clarita
• Six Flags
• Vasquez Rocks

Mt Baldy
• Ski Lift. Only 45 minutes and you’ll catch the lift up to 8500 ft. Great burger joint at the top. Epic sunsets or you can get all the way down to the beach for dinner.
• Hike to top of Mt Baldy at 10,000 st from the lodge for the best views in SoCal.
• Claremont- college town with restaurants and hippy vibes
• Maloof foundation house

WEST

Santa Monica and Venice
• Walk from Venice Beach to Santa Monica Pier or vice versa
• Santa Monica and Venice piers
• Third Ave strip in Santa Monica
• Abbot King Bvd- many shops and restaurants
• Venice and Muscle Beach
• Venice beach drum circle
• Mainstreet in Ocean Park

Hollywood
• Hollywood Bvd
• Griffith Observatory
• Hollyhock House
• Hollywood Bowl
• Greek Theater
• The Egyptian
• Thai Town, Little Armenia, and Korea Town
• Sunset Strip
• Melrose Ave for truly LA funky shops and restaurants

Beverly Hills
• 90210
• Museum of Tolerance
• La Brea Tar Pits
• The Getty
• LA County Museum of Art
• Skirball Museum

DTLA
• Grand Central Market
• The Broad
• Dorothy Chandler Pavilion
• Disney Concert Hall
• MOCA
• Little Tokyo
• China Town
• Cathedral of our Lady of Angels
• Jewelry District
• Fashion District
• Staple center area
• Skid row (it’s intense)

Malibu to Ventura
• Drive through Malibu during the day
• Many hikes the Santa Monica Mountains or enjoy the beaches (Backbone Trail for radical views)
• Moonshadows for romantic dinner
• End up in Ventura at night for excellent restaurants and live music

SOUTH

Long Beach
• LB Aquarium
• Ferry to Catalina Island
• San Pedro Fish Market
• Port of LA
• Naples- high end shops
• Harbor tours
• Queen Mary

Anaheim area
• Disneyland
• Disney District
• Knott’s Berry Farm
• Downtown Orange- cute downtown district with restaurants and amazing thrift shops.
• Downtown Fullerton- many live music venues
• Buena Park Racetrack

Huntington Beach
• Rent bikes in Huntington and bike to Bolsa Chica State Park
• Seal Beach- many restaurants and shops
• Huntington Beach drum circle Sunday eves
• Eat on the Huntington Beach pier
• Newport Beach harbor tours

Laguna Beach
• World class art studios
• Tide pools at low tide
• Many excellent restaurants on the beach
• Hiking in hills above Laguna

LONGER EXCURSIONS

Palm Springs
• Aerial Tramway (OMG!)
• Thursday night famers market all year
• Painted canyon slot canyon
• Indian Gorges
• Golf

Santa Barbara.
• Main Street
• SB pier
• Downtown Ventura on the way there or back
• Isla Vista
• UCSB

San Diego
• Old Town
• Balboa Park
• Pacific Beach
• Hillcrest
• Sea World
• San Diego Zoo

Property manager

Nathan Tharp

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Computer monitor
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Printer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • In the mountains

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 1 unit
  • Garden

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 24

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and 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 is also known as

Gorgeous Views, Spacious House on Large Property Whittier

About the area

Whittier

Located in Whittier, this vacation home is in the city center and near the beach. Medieval Times and Walt Disney Concert Hall are cultural highlights, and some of the area's popular attractions include Knott's Berry Farm and Knott's Soak City Water Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Dodger Stadium, or consider a night out at The Belasco Theater.

What's nearby

  • Whittier College - 6 min drive
  • Rio Hondo College - 7 min drive
  • Pico Rivera Sports Arena - 8 min drive
  • Commerce Casino - 14 min drive
  • Citadel Outlets - 15 min drive

Getting around

  • El Monte Station - 14 min drive
  • Fullerton, CA (FUL-Fullerton Municipal) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪In-N-Out Burger - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Gorgeous views, spacious house on large property pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Gorgeous views, spacious house on large property?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Gorgeous views, spacious house on large property?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Gorgeous views, spacious house on large property located?

Located in the heart of Whittier, this vacation home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Whittier College, Rio Hondo College, and Presbyterian Intercommunity Hospital. Pico Rivera Sports Arena and Whittier Narrows Recreation Area are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 13 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 13 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 13 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 13 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 13 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kat F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Experience!
Spectacular views and optimal location! The host was highly communicative and gracious. My family and I were so very happy to have found this property. We had a great time!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eugene K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful property in a great neighborhood
The house is very well cared for, in a great neighborhood with a wonderfully pleasant and relaxing view. The owner is very friendly and easy to communicate with. Highly recommend this house if you are looking for a great place to stay while in LA. If you’re looking for a rental that is conveniently located or just want to spend a nice time with friends and family BBQ’n and just hanging out, this is a great house for that. It’s very peaceful here. I will definitely be renting again if I need a place to stay in this location.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Tanya A., Houston, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
What a view
Loved looking over LA from the Whittier hills in this home. Great place to spend a couple of nights outside of the city. The host, Nathan, was very responsive and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matt S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing view in a quiet neighborhood
Seriously though, the view is spectacular. Watching the sunset from the bay window is really wonderful. House was very nice and set up well. Good kitchen if you like cooking. If you're driving a larger vehicle, be careful with the driveway. It's narrow and at an odd angle so I had to swing wide in a compact car to get in.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wendy G., Denver,United States

Liked: Cleanliness
Better than expected
Really easy to work with! Everything was better than expected. Beautiful views and comfy beds. Definitely would stay agat.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Craig P., Colorado

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place!!
Property has a great view, neighborhood has a very mountainous feel. Loved the nature and quiet aspects of the home. Was a great stay, will stay again! Thank you Nate!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Amanda M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wish some things had been better
The home itself is located well. The house does sit on a hillside so you have a pretty view of Whittier, especially at night. The neighborhood is really quiet all of the time. The home is older which gives charm, but parts are updated. The kitchen has a lot of counter space and the laundry room had a useful folding surface. The backyard is absolutely beautiful. However, there are cameras on the back of the property that aren’t disclosed in the listing description or photos, one on the garage and one at the backdoor. These do record audio and video, which made me feel uncomfortable sitting on the back patio given that the movements and audio of my family would be recorded. I would have preferred that the listing reflected these. The other thing that was really awkward is that checkout is at 11 am. I began noticing a white Jeep with dark tint driving by the home about 30 minutes prior to check out. I didn’t think too much of it because cars drive down roads, but when I walked out to get in my car the Jeep was at the end of the driveway waiting. As soon as we pulled out they pulled in. They were waiting for us to leave and that felt very uncomfortable.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica R., St Paul

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent location and quiet
I grew up in the Whittier area and returned home to visit with family and friends. This house was not only perfect in location but because it's tucked in the Whittier Hills, it's quiet, serene, beautiful, and relaxing. Lovely place!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heidi T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing oasis
The property was as listed. We had such a relaxing time. The garden and patio was amazing. The neighborhood was quiet but still close to restaurants and other attractions. We enjoyed the sunsets and views of the city.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dustin R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family vacation
Brought the family to LA for dodger games. The house was a simple 25 minute drive to the stadium. Nate was awesome to work with. Also loved the great patio for morning coffee.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022