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Beautiful Zen Spa Retreat in Venice Beach California- "A Rare Gem!"

Holiday home with a hot tub, near Venice Beach

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Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Terrace/patio
Dining
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms111 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

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LA, CA
  • Place, Abbot Kinney Boulevard
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Venice Beach
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Santa Monica Beach
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Los Angeles, CA (LAX-Los Angeles Intl.)
    ‪31 min drive‬

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About the area

Venice

At this holiday home you'll be 2.3 km (1.4 mi) from Venice Beach and 2.5 km (1.6 mi) from Santa Monica Beach. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and a fireplace. .You can enjoy Smart televisions with a DVD player, and home features 2 bathrooms, a patio and a fenced private garden. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A living room, WiFi and a TV are also available. Housekeeping is available on request. .This smoke-free holiday home offers a garden and barbecues. Additionally, you'll find a hot tub and laundry facilities. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this Venice holiday home include Santa Monica Pier and Loyola Marymount University.

What's nearby

  • Walk Streets - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Abbot Kinney Boulevard - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Santa Monica College - 5 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Venice Beach - 7 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Santa Monica Beach - 7 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Downtown Santa Monica Station - 5 min drive
  • Los Angeles Union Station - 21 min drive
  • Los Angeles Intl. (LAX) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪The Colony - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Tacos Chidos - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪La Cabaña Restaurant - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Zinqué - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

Beautiful Zen Spa Retreat in Venice Beach California- "A Rare Gem!"

Serene Japanese modern home. This peaceful, green residence runs off of its own solar energy and is a true expression of California indoor-outdoor living. The spa environment includes a hot tub (with ozone sanitation & always ready and hot), zero gravity chair, waterfalls and gorgeous gardens surrounded by secluded wall in the heart of Venice. This tranquil home includes a deep soaking tub as well as a comfortable media room which can be converted into another bedroom if needed. The large kitchen is well appointed with modern appliances including a wine refrigerator. Exquisite outdoor gardens include mangaris decks, a large gas grill , gas fire pit, teak dining table with umbrella, and an intimate meditation area.
Escape from the hustle and bustle of your busy life while biking to the beach, Abbot Kinney Shopping and Whole Foods Market just minutes away. Your stay will include free high speed wifi and Smart TV's set up for streaming with some select streaming channels.

IMPORTANT NOTICE:
Due to the emergency situation with the fires in Los Angeles County at the present time we are unable to have instant bookings and all applicants will need to fill out a lease agreement prior to renting our home.We have changed our booking minimum to one year in order to make housing available to those who have tragically lost their homes. It will be necessary for all applicants to sign an application and lease agreement.

We have also been experiencing intermittent power outages and low air quality and although air purifiers are provided we cannot guarantee the quality of the air at this time.

Thank you for your understanding.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub
  • Massage

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi (surcharge)

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping on request
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Tennis
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 1,200 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 30

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

1. Guests are requested to remove their shoes before entering the house. 2. Guests are requested to squeegee glass in the showers after use.
Only guests who have a rating of 4 or above are eligible to rent this property.
No Parties of any kind without advance written permission of host.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • This property does not allow children.
  • Note from host: Spa is installed in the deck-unsuitable for child.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock in all accommodation.

Property Registration Number HSR19-002360

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Beautiful Zen Retreat in Venice Beach California Venice

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Beautiful Zen Spa Retreat in Venice Beach California- "A Rare Gem!"?

The closest beach to Beautiful Zen Spa Retreat in Venice Beach California- "A Rare Gem!" is Venice Beach (2.3 km).

Does Beautiful Zen Spa Retreat in Venice Beach California- "A Rare Gem!" have a pool?

No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.

What luxury perks are available at Beautiful Zen Spa Retreat in Venice Beach California- "A Rare Gem!"?

This property features 1 hot tub, as well as a fireplace and a living room.

What makes Beautiful Zen Spa Retreat in Venice Beach California- "A Rare Gem!" a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub, fireplaces, and private patios all help set the scene for a sizzling getaway at Beautiful Zen Spa Retreat in Venice Beach California- "A Rare Gem!".

Is there a private hot tub at Beautiful Zen Spa Retreat in Venice Beach California- "A Rare Gem!"?

Yep, there is a hot tub.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Beautiful Zen Spa Retreat in Venice Beach California- "A Rare Gem!"?

No, Beautiful Zen Spa Retreat in Venice Beach California- "A Rare Gem!" does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Beautiful Zen Spa Retreat in Venice Beach California- "A Rare Gem!"?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Beautiful Zen Spa Retreat in Venice Beach California- "A Rare Gem!"?

No, pets are not allowed.

Beautiful Zen Spa Retreat in Venice Beach California- "A Rare Gem!" Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 54 out of 55 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 55 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 55 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 55 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 55 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Aaron P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Best Stay Ever

One of the best homes I've ever stayed in. Very tranquil and serene.
Stayed 12 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Zen Retreat

Exactly as represented. Fully stocked. Excellent location. Peaceful.
Stayed 20 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven C., Hull, MA USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Zen house

Very comfortable, relaxing!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda D.

Liked: Cleanliness

A true Gem in a Quiet Neighborhood!

We have stayed at this lovely home twice. We love the location, peaceful home, well stocked kitchen, cleanest Vrbo we have ever rented and the owner/manager are wonderful! Communication, arrival & departure are all timely and smooth. Over the years of renting this property stands out in all aspects as a true gem and we will stay again on our next trip to LA! An absolute diamond in the LA rough!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patricia N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Best place we’ve ever stayed.,,

Beautifully furnished, peaceful house. Well supplied with everything you could need. The host was amazingly responsive when we had a problem with one of the appliances. She went above and beyond to make sure our stay went smoothly. Hope to stay here again many times again.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hakim Y.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing Property

I was traveling for my best friend’s wedding and stumbled on this gem. Stunning decor, super fictional kitchen and a well-planned pantry with items galore. Wish i could hand stayed longer.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas B., San Juan, Puerto Rico, USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Great little rental

Very cute rental! It was unique and comfy with lots of nice aesthetic touches. Perfect for our little group of 4 and in a great location. The hosts communicate well, are easy to get in touch with as well as being super responsive. We would certainly recommend this rental.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Highly Recommend this Wonderful Retreat!

Our stay at this beautiful Zen retreat was one of our best vacation rentals! I highly recommend staying here! The outdoor terrace is tranquil and relaxing. The terrace, hot tub, grill and home interior are all impeccably clean, well maintained, organized and has everything one could possibly need. The owners were incredibly kind and communicative. We will definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tina D.

Liked: Cleanliness

A peaceful getaway

Property was absolutely beautiful and so serene. So much so that we chose to spend a large portion of our stay at the house just relaxing. Wonderful, attentive host. House is fully equipped.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

kurt w.

Liked: Cleanliness

A wonderful base to enjoy Los Angeles

We had a wonderful stay at this home. The house is extremely comfortable with a complete kitchen for cooking or re-heating leftovers. The beds were also very, very comfortable. High quality towels and products in the bathrooms. The location is very quiet with easy access to all places on the Westside of Los Angeles. The homeowners were immediately responsive to our questions and requests. I look forward to returning to this true Zen Spa retreat on my next visit to Los Angeles.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rajasvini B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Stunningly beautiful home and stay

This is one of the few properties that is even better than the description! Impeccably clean, well appointed, with amenity you could think of! The outdoors are lovely, the hosts are responsive and kind, and you get to have everything you need to relax, rest, entertain and enjoy. I love this place and will hopefully get to stay here every time I come to LA.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kate R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Haevenly Stay

Our experience staying for a week at this property was as near to perfect as it gets. We found the home in immaculate condition almost better than any hotel. Everything we could need was provided. The place is unique and very soothing, meditative, and tranquil. The host and the manager were instantly responsive to the few questions we had. The neighborhood is quiet but easily accessible to everything by car. Our family thoroughly enjoyed our stay and recommends it without reservation.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Meghan S.

Liked: Cleanliness

The prefect reboot!

I left the property feeling better then when I would arrived. I can’t wait until I can come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kelli K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Zen

A beautiful zen filled property that’s artfully decorated inside and out. Clean and quiet! Thank you to Shawnee and Daniella for your timely communication and for sharing your stunning little retreat in Venice!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joseph R.

Liked: Cleanliness

It was great

It was great
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful Stay at Zen Retreat

We loved our stay at this beautiful home! Shawnee's home is so peaceful, you will not want to leave. The most beautiful furnishings and really comfortable beds and bedding. Daniella is lovely and very accommodating. We were very happy with our stay and we look forward to booking it again. Laura and Chris
Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeff W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful and relaxing retreat in busy Venice, CA.

My family had a very relaxing and enjoyable stay at Shawnee Smith's Zen Retreat in Venice. A beautiful home that's been lovingly cared for by Shawnee and her property manager Daniella. Both of them were a great to work with and very responsive to our questions. Walking inside the front gate and into the yard, you really felt transported into another zen-like world. Easy to leave the noise and crowds of Venice and L.A. behind. I highly recommend the Zen Retreat if you are looking for a quite, relaxing place to stay, that is still close to the beaches and the L.A./Hollywood scene.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Margaret H., Alaska

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect for our needs

We rented this property so we could meet a dear friend from Australia, who was giving conferences. It was perfect for our needs. Very quiet. Appreciated the many items in kitchen, such as spices, condiments etc. Did not use the tub nor did we sit outside, but nice for folks who appreciate these ambiences. It is immaculately clean. Thank you.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rick F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing in All Ways

Can’t say enough good things about this property! Location, Communication … the place was super clean and the owners went Above and Beyond! Better than 5 Star ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Margit R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely spot

A beautiful and peaceful oasis, with every comfort. We all enjoyed the stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marjorie M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely

Lovely, relaxing property. One of the best-stocked rentals I've had (of many) for kitchen equipment, bathroom, towels, etc... As it was a cloudy and sometimes rainy week, we particularly enjoyed indoor and outdoor gas fires.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Robert L.

Liked: Cleanliness

A place for relaxation

Everything was superb. Great communication Excellent location. Very peaceful.
Stayed 33 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Krista G., Greenbrae, CA

Liked: Cleanliness

100% satisfied!!!

We've been burned lately on listings not being accurately described, but this listing exceeded our expectations and has set the bar VERY high for any other location we rent in the future. Upon checking in we received a walk thru of the house from Daniella, who showed us how every little detail of the house worked and she also checked in with us via text to make sure we were enjoying our stay. The house was spotless, has a very well equipped kitchen, comfy beds, plush linens and towels and actually feels like a home, not a rental. We spent lots of time in the private outdoor patio enjoying the hot tub while listening to the tranquil fountains. I can't think of one negative thing to say about this house
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Reena J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect decompress home

Awesome home…awesome communication…..awesome amenities. I’ll be back! Worth it!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Daniel P., West Covina, CA

Liked: Cleanliness

In-Laws in town

The Zen retreat is as described. The photos don't do it justice. The house is wonderfully kept and clean; the grounds are relaxing with the fountains and meditation areas. The location is perfect for day trips, dinners, museums, beaches, golf and the eclectic lifestyle that is Los Angeles/Venice. Every amenity you could possibly need is there. If privacy is what you seek, look no further. The check-in was effortless thanks to Daniella who met us promptly at 4. All questions that we had were answered. She also had suggestions for dining and entertainment. We did experience an issue with streaming which the OWNER, Shawnee, showed up and took care of for us, spending her time making sure everything was up and running properly. Any questions I had for them were promptly answered. We had so much to do with my In-laws in town that my wife and I are planning another escape to the Zen Retreat...by ourselves!!! Again, thank you Daniella and Shawnee for creating a wonderful experience and memory for all of us. We look forward to seeing you soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021