Sparkling Gem Between Mountain & Ocean

Entire home in Topanga, California

  1. 3 guests
  2. 2 bedrooms
  3. 5 beds
  4. 1 bath
Rated 4.73 out of 5 stars.60 reviews
Hosted by Isabelle
  1. Superhost
  2. 13 years hosting

Listing highlights

Self check-in

Check yourself in with the lockbox.

Mountain view

Soak up the view during your stay.

Dedicated workspace

A room with wifi that’s well-suited for working.
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Once home to Hollywood legend Mickey Rooney, this adorable one-of-a-kind gem sparkles in the natural beauty of sprawling canyons, just minutes from Malibu. A short drive to the beach & hiking trails, it blends seamlessly mountain & ocean living, nature & comfort, seclusion & civilization.
Cozy & family-friendly retreat holding a serene appeal for nature lovers, peace seekers, outdoor adventurers, creative, artistic souls seeking inspiration, a healing space, or a tranquil escape from city life.

The space
Once home to Hollywood legend Mickey Rooney, this tranquil Topanga gem offers a peaceful sanctuary blending seamlessly mountain and ocean living, vintage charm and modernity, nature and comfort, seclusion and civilization, where you can enjoy a gemset life!

It is a cozy family-friendly home, perfect for nature lovers, or anyone seeking peace, creativity, outdoor adventure, healing space, or an escape from city life.

High-speed WiFi, a home theater, and central heating/AC provide ultimate comfort.

Outdoor Oasis includes a fitness area, a gazebo, an herb garden, a growing orchard.. The native landscaping sets the stage for outdoor dining, bird watching, and stargazing.

Its rustic charm is not suitable for guests seeking a suburban or condo experience. Occasional spiders can peek in, ants have their season, and rodents can be seen outside.

Its spacious private front porch with a view will invite you for morning coffee or evening relaxation.

Guest access
Guests have access to the yard within the surrounding wooden fence, including gazebo, side patio and front porch. The yard is in a canyon setting, with native plants and rock landscaping - ever changing with the seasons and climatic conditions.

The property features a bungalow with its own private entrance gate and patio. It is separated from the main house by two planters with native plants providing a natural sound and visual barrier. Although close to each other, the two dwellings offer complete privacy, each set in a world of its own.

The back yard enjoyment may be shared with bungalow guests if and when present, allowing guests to socialize and connect as they wish.

There is ample private space on the house front porch should you prefer to embrace solitude

BEYOND THE WOODEN FENCE IS OFF LIMIT TO GUESTS.

No laundry facility is available on the premises. As a courtesy, I can offer one load of laundry a week, to hang dry under the sun.

Alternatively, there is a full service laundry in the center of Topanga where guests can drop off clothes and get them back all clean and pressed: The closest coin Laundry is 15 minute up Topanga Canyon, on the corner of Ventura Blvd, Woodland Hills.

Other things to note
Topanga is a small town within a large city: offering the best of both worlds, it shelters a spirited community in spectacular surroundings, to be explored by foot, bicycle, mountain bike, horse. Its privileged location by the ocean also provides a rich display of wild life (dolphins, seals, whales...) and opportunities for sea exploration, boating, surfing (one of the best surf spots,) kayaking, paragliding, swimming, or just walking. Even the simplest walk will reveal treasures from the sea, particularly at low tide, sunrise and sunset.

This is a place where time and space blend, where you can navigate at will between nature and civilization, mountain and ocean, social life and seclusion, arts and technology. You will enjoy both modernity and vintage charm, comfort and ruggedness, domestication and wilderness.

Where you’ll sleep

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What this place offers

Mountain view
Shared beach access
Kitchen
Wifi
Dedicated workspace

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Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars for cleanliness

Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars for accuracy

Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for check-in

Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars for communication

Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars for location

Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars for value

Where you’ll be

Topanga, California, United States
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Neighborhood highlights

There are about 7 restaurants in towns including grill, fish, ethnic, spiritual, warm lively cafes and quaint boutiques, Farmer's Market. Also within short distance is Lake Shrine, a breathtaking meditation garden and lake with swans - one of Los Angeles hidden treasures. You can drive, ride, or walk through the Santa Monica mountain to get there! The Canyon is strewn with stunning trails to hike or mountain bike. Should you long for beautiful beaches and surfing hot spots, the ocean will be calling... 6 minutes away. There is a coin laundry up Topanga Canyon on the corner of Ventura Blvd, a dry cleaner in Topanga Center, 5 minutes away.

Meet your host

Superhost
304 reviews
4.8 out of 5 average rating
13 years of hosting
My work: isatranslator
I spend too much time: Tango, yoga, writing, sewing, dreaming
Born and raised in the south of France, I am a linguist, love all languages & cultures of the world. I practice yoga, dance, write. From my native Baie des Anges, I am now in Los Angeles which I treasure for its mix of cultures & progressive spirit. I currently travel to dance Argentine tango in the US, Europe, and Buenos Aires. Hosting is a creative expression, welcoming guests into a lifestyle inspired by the sun, mountains, and ocean.

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Things to know

Cancellation policy
House rules
Check-in: 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Checkout before 11:00 AM
3 guests maximum
Safety & property
Exterior security cameras on property
Climbing or play structure
Carbon monoxide alarm

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