Vacation rentals with beach access in Santa Monica

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Rental unit in Malibu

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 347 reviews

Idyllic, Romantic Beachfront Apartment in Malibu

Fall asleep to the sound of ocean waves in this charming beachfront apartment. The light, airy home features open-plan living and a wall of windows to maximize the amazing views. Enjoy drinks on the deck and a sunset over the water—it's pure bliss. This beachfront apartment is right above the sand and surf. At night the sounds of the sea will lull you to sleep. During the day, you can watch the sea lions sunning on the rocks and dolphins and whales swimming by or go for a walk along the water's edge and dive in yourself. This is an amazing place to have a glass of wine and watch the sunset and relax! In the evening, the lights of the "Queen's Necklace" glimmer in the distance and the moonlight shines on the water. The living room is cozy with two loveseats to snuggle in and watch a movie on the 50" flat screen TV. Three large sliding glass doors open up if you want to let the ocean breezes blow through. The kitchen is small but fully equipped with an apartment size stove and oven, a microwave, a Keurig coffee maker and a French press, tea kettle, toaster and all the dishes and pots and pans you need. A round table with linens provides a beautiful spot for morning coffee. The bedroom has a queen bed with a new organic mattress and designer sheets, pillows and duvet. There is a large closet with room to store your clothes. Books line the bookshelves if you'd like something to read. Mostly, this is just a quiet, beautiful space to put your feet up and really relax while watching the endless panorama of the natural world outside. And....if you want to feel like a movie star, the apartment was recently used as a glamorous setting in an independent film due out soon!!! Two-person kayak (life jackets available) Boogie Boards and a surfboard Television with premium channels (HBO, Showtime, etc.) Wi-Fi Shared entry gate with one other unit. My husband and I live in a small cottage above the apartment but the only shared space is the entry door. We rarely even see our guests. However, I am always available to answer questions or concerns but almost no one has them! Situated directly above the sand and surf, the home is in a residential area along the Malibu coast, away from the tourist areas. Take in the stars at night while strolling along the beach, or eat at one of the nearby restaurants right on the water. There is bus service available just a minute from the apartment that will take you into Santa Monica or the center of Malibu, or farther north to some of Malibu's more remote beaches. Uber is readily available. At high tide, the ocean may come right up to the seawall limiting beach availability. This all depends on the moon, the tides and the amount of sand that we have. This can really vary from day to day and depending on the season. This winter, rough seas washed away our private stairs to the beach, so guests need to use the public access stairs just a few houses away and a very short walk.

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Guesthouse in Mar Vista

4.88 out of 5 average rating, 668 reviews

Serene LA Bungalow: Private Oasis Near Beach & LAX

Your Private LA Retreat: Serene backyard oasis with succulents, cacti, and fruit trees—perfect for unwinding. Just 5-10 minutes from the beach and 15 from LAX/SoFi Stadium. - Free Dedicated Parking - Seamless Self Check-In - WiFi - Pet Friendly, Enclosed Back Yard - Outdoor Fireplace - Vaulted Ceilings & Open Layout - Top-Tier Cleanliness Why Stay Here: Perfect for beach lovers and city explorers, this stylish bungalow offers a peaceful escape while keeping you close to LA's top attractions.

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Guesthouse in Santa Monica

4.97 out of 5 average rating, 190 reviews

Secluded Studio in Santa Monica Coastal Zone

Delighted to be back on Airbnb after a year of updating! Bright, cheerful decor with modern amenities for a comfortable, relaxing stay at this private retreat. Ideal for exploring the best of Santa Monica. Located less than a minutes walk from the famous Ocean Avenue overlooking the Pacific Ocean in Santa Monica's most desirable neighborhood. Enjoy the quiet, tranquil garden setting near Montana Avenue. Walking distance to Palisades Park, Third Street Promenade and the Santa Monica Pier.

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Guesthouse in Venice

4.88 out of 5 average rating, 168 reviews

Studio Guesthouse Marina del Rey/Venice Beach

This is a very quiet Neighborhood Sanitized before you check in Separate free standing Studio Guesthouse located in your own private Garden setting ,private entrance Gate House has a new kitchen unit ,private Bathroom Sleeps up to 4 ,Beach is 1/2 mile, Restaurants of all price ranges around the corner, 1 block from America's most trendies Abbot Kinney, Santa Monica a short bike ride, Yacht Harbor , Hollywood is not far Private entrance Gate is located in our Ally secured by outdoor Camera

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Rental unit in Venice

4.94 out of 5 average rating, 547 reviews

Historic Venice Apt 1/2 blocks to beach+parking

It's all about location, location, location with HISTORIC CHARM and more! Be steps from it all but have a cozy retreat in this charming, nicely decorated, very clean, 1 bedroom apartment located in one of Venice's original Craftsman houses, built in 1910. It is situated right in the heart of Venice, less than 1/2 block from the famous Venice Boardwalk, surrounded by coffee shops, restaurants and shopping galore. Walk, bike, surf, skate and live like a local! Free parking included.

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Rental unit in Ocean Park

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 280 reviews

Ocean Park Treasure... 3 Blocks to the Beach!

Cozy studio apartment with separate bedroom in trendy Ocean Park District and only one block to Main Street Santa Monica. This apartment has three distinct rooms, a 12’x13’ living room/kitchen, a 5’x8’ bathroom, and separate 9’x12’ bedroom....only 3 blocks to the beach..! This unit is on the 2nd floor of an accessed controlled building. One dedicated parking space for your unit makes parking a breeze. Bedroom features a queen bed and serene views. Wireless internet throughout.

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Rental unit in Malibu

4.9 out of 5 average rating, 379 reviews

Malibu Beachfront Retreat

Historic Malibu location with epic views Famous movie star's former home 180 degree view of the Bay from the deck. Sunshine all day long. You can see the SUNRISE and the SUNSET from the deck, as well as WHALES, DOLPHINS, SEALS and all sorts of wildlife. Very close to town and many incredible hiking trails. My home is ideal for COUPLES or SOLO adult (over 25 ) travelers ONLY, maybe a dog. Maximum 2 person occupancy and no Visitors or day guests allowed. STR24-0019

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Rental unit in Santa Monica

4.88 out of 5 average rating, 267 reviews

Yellow House in Santa Monica

This unit, comfortable and cute, is located in Santa Monica with a Co-Opportunity Grocer on the corner. Only 13 blocks from 3rd Street Promenade shopping/restaurants, and 3 more blocks to the beach. Close to the Expo Line that goes West to downtown Santa Monica, 3rd Street Promenade, Santa Monica Pier, or East to downtown LA. Local coffee shop is a block away. Our street is permit parking. We loan our parking permit with a cash, refundable $50.00 security deposit.

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Guest suite in Venice

4.83 out of 5 average rating, 134 reviews

Mima's Cottage

Welcome! If you are in Los Angeles for a vacation, business or just a short layover, you've found the perfect place to call your base. Perfect for couples too! Light and bright Mar Vista home in great location. Easy access to restaurants and cafes on Washington Blvd. Marina Del Rey and Venice/Santa Monica beach is only about a 10/15 minute drive away, with public transportation literally around the corner. We hope you enjoy your stay with us, thank you!

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Guesthouse in Pacific Palisades

4.94 out of 5 average rating, 639 reviews

Cottage Near the Sea!

Our lovely, comfortable cottage guest room with private entrance is just blocks from the beach. Enjoy your own private garden view and patio. It comfortably sleeps two and is convenient to all of LA including Santa Monica, Venice Beach, Hollywood, LAX. Easy access to bus lines. And now we have 100 MPS Broadband for strong Wi-Fi for all your personal or business needs. Minimum stay: 3 nights. Maximum stay: 28 nights. We are both fully vaccinated.

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Guesthouse in Santa Monica

4.93 out of 5 average rating, 105 reviews

Comfortable Guest House with Spacious Yard

The recently remodeled guest house is located in the back of our house on a corner lot with a separate gate entrance. Next to it is a large patio and grass area where you can enjoy coffee, meals, yoga, work and workout. 1.8 miles from the Beach, Santa Monica Promenade and Pier. One block from Montana Ave and two blocks from Wilshire Blvd where you can find many shops and restaurants. Perfect for a modern traveler combining business and pleasure.

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Guest suite in Ocean Park

4.88 out of 5 average rating, 609 reviews

Large Studio by the Beach

[License #221828] Spacious basement studio offered by a super host with over 4.9 rating over 500 + reviews. It: * Is 10 blocks from hotspots like 3rd St Promenade, Santa Monica Beach and Main St * Free coffee/tea/snacks, WiFi, TV * Close to bike/car/train hubs * Includes coin op washer/dryer (shared by building) * Parking: $7 / day if purchased 48 or more hours in advanced or $9 / day otherwise