Cottage vacation rentals in Central LA

Zen Treehouse Retreat-Great Views & Peaceful Decks

Our 1926 cottage is a secret zen retreat! It is nestled in the hills below Topanga and surrounded by sounds of nature & lovely views. Every guest seems to find a spot to fall in love with! Retreat offers a spacious cafe style lit deck with amazing views, succulent garden, gorgeous deck off main suite w/ vast views, a calming study to read in & a tranquil meditation style loft. The newly renovated kitchen creates an amazing culinary experience. Steps away from hiking trails & minutes from PCH.

Cozy one bedroom cottage in the heart of L.A.

Built in 1922, completely remodeled in 2022. If you are visiting Los Angeles on vacation, or that business traveler who is looking for a place to call an office for a few days, this small quaint cottage is that place! Centrally located within short distances of L.A. has to offer with affordable Uber/Lift rides! The neighborhood is quiet, lively, and neighbors are nice, and access to one of the most peaceful backyards in L.A., perfect for winding down after a long day in beautiful City of Angels.

Cozy Cottage Near Universal Studios with Patio

Escape to our cozy, California coastal-inspired one-bedroom, one-bathroom private cottage with a secluded patio and a fully stocked kitchen. Perfectly located for exploring LA’s top attractions like Griffith Park, Universal Studios, the Hollywood Walk of Fame, Hollywood Bowl, LACMA, The Grove, and Dodger Stadium. Enjoy a peaceful home with easy access to major freeways (170, 101, 5, 405), Burbank Airport, and the Van Nuys FlyAway to LAX. Professionally cleaned after every stay for your comfort.

Quaint Cottage Nestled In Premier Historical Tract

This adorable cottage is located on a treelined street, nestled in Monrovia's premier historical tract. This quiet, family friendly neighborhood exudes the warm welcome and security of a small town and filled with the enchanting beauty of nature and historical architecture. The location is most ideal as it is just a short 10min walk from enjoying the nature trails of canyon park, and the wonderful dining, cafes, and bars of Old Town Monrovia. This is a perfect getaway for one or two couples.

Hilltop Garden Cottage Deck/View Reg# HSR23-002992

Entire 2nd floor: 2BR 1 BA 3 deck (views) garden cottage 5 Km/3 mi from downtown. Great for 4 guests (5 is tight) with 1 queen, 1 double, 1 single & a daybed. I have 2 Labradors so dog lovers are WELCOME! We do allow limited use of our laundry - just ask. The full kitchen, desk, fiber internet, computer, 2 streaming TVs, a gas fireplace, but THIS IS NOT a MJ Vacation/party house! Noise limits start at 10 pm/no very young children. READ further below. I live in the studio on the first floor.

Orchard House Retreat

(Feb 2025- The Topanga village and homes were spared from the Palisades fire) Welcome to Orchard House Retreat! This 700 sqft private house is in an ancient oak forest in Topanga Canyon near Topanga State Park, the village and the beach! It’s a charming 1 bedroom 1 bath with a cozy living/dining space, modern kitchen and a deck. There’s a well stocked kitchen and orchard. Please note there are two sets of stairs up to the Retreat so being able to climb stairs is necessary. Please see photos.

Industrial Modern Guest House Cottage

NOTICE: AIR PURIFYING SYSTEM WITH HEPA FILTRATION and UV-C LIGHT PROVIDED Newly renovated, bright, one bedroom cottage guest house in Historic West Adams. Close to Exposition Park & USC, Downtown, and Hollywood, and Crenshaw/Leimert Park. In addition to being in the center of endless world-class restaurants, the cottage itself has a produce garden. You may help yourself to fresh herbs and seasonal fruits, including mulberries, blueberries, passionfruit, nectarines, citrus, and more.

Gracious Historical Cottage on Tranquil Estate

Welcome to the historic Markham Estate Manor, built in 1897 and located in the heart of Pasadena. Nestled just off Orange Grove Boulevard —famously known as Millionaire’s Row and along the iconic Rose Parade route—our property is central to Old Town Pasadena, the Huntington Library, the Gamble House, and offers convenient access to Southern California attractions. The property includes the Main House, where I reside, and a charming, stand-alone cottage for guests.

1BR-1BA Gated property/24/7 entry +Bath+Patio+Pool

Charming private guest quarters in a beautiful country estate home. Located in Sherwood Forest centrally located in the Heart of the City. Gated on sight parking. Private entrance through a secluded quaint brick patio. Beautiful view of lush English Gardens. Secluded patio and outdoor eating dining area. Vaulted ceiling private bath, walk-in closet with mirror, kitchenette, pool and spa is a shared area. See my other listing . guest house by checking my profile.

Studio Cottage

This is a small Studio cottage at the rear of my home. It's craftsmanesk in style with a partially open ceiling and a skylight. It's perfect for a couple or single person. There is a swimming pool but it's not heated, fine for swimming June to Oct depending on the weather, unless you are a polar bear. It's a 5 min walk to the MetroGold Line and a 10 min walk to new restaurants on Figueroa St. I have a fairly extensive cactus / succulent garden.

Storybook Cottage, Quiet Neighborhood / Yard, Deck & Hammock

Dine under the trees on the custom-built deck, unwind in the hammock, play in the yard, and cook in a chef's kitchen in this charming 2 bedroom, 3 bed, 2 bathroom cottage on a quiet cul-de-sac in the Franklin Hills. Franklin Hills is a family-oriented neighborhood away from the hustle and bustle of Los Angeles, but close to the hiking, shops, and food in Silver Lake, Los Feliz, Griffith Park, and downtown LA. Peace and serenity in the city.

The Venice Love Lodge

This newly remodeled little love nest, in the heart of Venice, is a cozy cottage (400 square feet). It’s just a 15 minute walk to the famous Venice Boardwalk and beach, and 10 minutes to the trendy and eclectic Abbott Kinney Blvd, great shopping and dinning!