Located in Hacienda Heights, this charming house for $501 per night is a great choice for your next trip. With a picturesque location and views of the surrounding valley and mountains, 'The Castle,’ a 1930's Spanish Colonial 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath Hacienda Heights vacation rental house, calls to all seeking peace in an awe-inspiring setting. Up to 10 guests will enjoy all of the amenities of home along with luxuries including a beautiful outdoor pool and patio, spacious kitchen, and thoughtfully decorated interior. -- THE PROPERTY -- SECOND FLOOR: Bedroom 1: King Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed | Full Bathroom FIRST FLOOR: Bedroom 3: 2 Twin Beds | Bedroom 4: Queen Bed | Living Room: 2 Queen Sleeper Sofas | 2 Full Bathrooms | Half Bathroom Newly remodeled in 2017, this enchanting estate designed by architect, Charles M. Hutchinson, rests on 4.15 acres of well-manicured hillside only 20 miles outside of downtown Los Angeles. Inside the 4,540-square-foot interior, the 'Old World' mission-style architecture comes to fruition through cathedral-height ceilings, hand-hewn oak beams, original hardwood floors, and mahogany doors with a hand-painted family crest. Upon arrival, head to the balcony to truly see the full vista of this Southern California mecca! Next, venture up the winding staircase to the turret tower to take in the phenomenal 360-degree view of the San Gabriel Valley, San Bernardino Mountains, and Santa Catalina Island. This is also the perfect place to begin and end the day your day in a state of meditation or relaxation! With 284-average days of sunshine in Los Angeles, you'll spend most of your time tanning on the furnished patio or swimming in the sparkling pool. Escape the elements in the living room where you can watch shows on the flat-screen Smart TV or start a new novel. As you relax, the chef of the group can whip up a homemade meal in the fully equipped kitchen to satiate everyone's hunger! Stainless steel appliances and countertops make home-cooking a breeze during your stay. Gather everyone around the stately 8-person dining table to savor your flavorful creation! At the end of the day, treat yourself to a long soak in the master bathroom's garden tub before crawling into the plush king-sized bed for a peaceful night's sleep. Fellow travelers will rest soundly in one of the 3 additional guest bedrooms. In the morning, open the master bedroom's French doors to welcome in a new day! -- THE LOCATION -- This gated Hacienda Heights estate provides guests with a vacation away from the hustle and bustle of downtown Los Angeles! Experience a relaxing getaway without ever leaving the house, but when you do, you're only 30 minutes away from popular destinations, restaurants, and shops. From the house, walk up the street to Hacienda Hills for a leisurely hike or mountain bike ride on well-maintained trails! Spectacular views of the surrounding landscape are visible from this scenic vista. For more outdoor activities, head to Whittier Narrows Recreation Area, located only 7 miles away, or drive an hour north into the Angeles National Forest. Channel your inner kid and enjoy a day at Disneyland or discover the variety of shops and restaurants at Downtown Disney, just a 30-minute drive away! Spend a day exploring Venice Beach or walking the streets of Santa Monica, located just an hour away! Further south, you'll find well-known coastal towns like Manhattan Beach and Hermosa Beach. At Long Beach, hop aboard a ferry for a trip to Catalina Island where you can hike, snorkel, and sip wine at the island's very own wine estate. Venture to downtown Los Angeles to explore the City of Angels! Check out Chinatown for a lunch of dim sum and festive shopping. Afterward, catch a Lyft to The Museum of Contemporary Art or The Broad and then transition into the evening with a show at the Orpheum Theater. Treat yourself to a dinner out at superb restaurants like Water Grill or feast closer to home at one of the many establishments found in the historic Whittier shopping district. You'll find everything from casual barbecue joints to fine dining! -- REST EASY WITH US -- Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you’ll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we’ll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we’ll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome--because we know what vacation means to you. -- POLICIES -- - No smoking - Pet friendly with $100 fee (+ fees & taxes, maximum 2 pets, OK w/ prior homeowner approval) - No events, parties, or large gatherings - Must be at least 25 years old to book - Additional fees and taxes may apply - Photo ID will be required upon check-in - NOTE: The property manager lives on-site, in a completely separate house away from the main house, and may be present during your stay - NOTE: Your safety matters. This property features 2 exterior security cameras, at the front entrance and back of the home. They do not look into any interior spaces - NOTE: Steps are required to access the property