Situated in Pacific Palisades, this attractive house for $201 per night is a fantastic choice for your next break. Get away from it all while staying close to the things you love to do. The Palisades feels like its own small town within the borders of Los Angeles, complete with a hometown July 4th parade and fireworks spectacular. This lovely Spanish duplex is located in one of the most beautiful areas of Los Angeles, just north of Santa Monica and south of Malibu. Nestled between ocean-view bluffs and mountains, Pacific Palisades is minutes from pristine beaches, state parks, mountain trails, horseback riding -- while still within walking distance to boutiques, fine dining and a great weekend farmer's market. This two-bedroom also offers a dedicated office for working remotely, furnished with desk, multi-function printer, monitor and keyboard. Available for stays of 31 days or more. The sunny living room features a woodburning fireplace, flatscreen tv, dvd/vcr, shelf system stereo, iPod dock, an extensive book collection, large picture window, and a French door leading to small balcony with mountain views. The kitchen is equipped with: a 5-burner gas stove over-the-range microwave full-size fridge with icemaker dishes, silverware, kitchen utensils all small appliances (toaster, grind-and-brew coffee maker, French press, juicer, blender, etc.) Off the kitchen is a breakfast room with a white marble top table that comfortably seats 4, and a built-in buffet with glassware. The utility room has front-loading washer/dryer, iron & ironing board, etc. The master bedroom features a new queen bed with a tufted headboard and an all-natural, chemical-free Spink & Edgar luxury queen mattress handmade with over 7000 coils & micro-coils, wool, cotton, alpaca, hemp, flax and Egyptian cotton. The second bedroom has sleigh bed style twin-size daybed. The trundle below pulls out. The shared rear patio has a table and four chairs in a garden setting. Much of the year, a large bank of orchids will be in bloom. The property has orange, lemon and lime trees as well as a grapevine. THE NEIGHBORHOOD: If you want to be near the beach, but avoid the traffic congestion of Santa Monica and Venice, if you want to be near mountains and parks, but find Topanga too remote, the Palisades is perfect for you.` Pacific Palisades is a quiet, upscale neighborhood of West LA, bordered by ocean view bluffs on one side, and the Santa Monica Mountains and state parks on the other. Virtually every walk in the neighborhood leads to a breathtaking ocean view. Please see guidebook for attractions in the area. Public buses are available on the corner to take you into Los Angeles or Santa Monica. The new Palisades Village shopping area boasts an array of great restaurants and boutiques, a gluten-free bakery and an Amazon store. There is a popular Sunday Farmer's Market nearby. The Palisades is home to Will Rogers State beach, many a celebrity, and more than a half dozen amazing hiking trails, all with spectacular ocean views. It's minutes from the PCH, Getty Villa and the big Getty museum. The 3rd Street promenade & Santa Monica pier are 10 minutes away, Beverly Hills, Westwood, are about 20 minutes and West Hollywood, LACMA, the Grove etc., about a half hour. For design buffs, you may tour The Charles and Ray Eames house nearby. While the best way to travel in LA is always by car, public transportation is available and convenient. The Big Blue Bus on the corner takes you to downtown Santa Monica, and links you to the downtown LA Metro lite rail system. GETTING AROUND: You are a ten-minute walk to shops and restaurants. Access to other parts of town is easy via the PCH, 10 freeway and Sunset Blvd. The #9 bus to Santa Monica (which links up to other buses/destinations) is shown under photos, as is the map for the closest Rapid Transit bus. The #9 Big Blue Bus will take you to the new Expo Line in Santa Monica that goes downtown. OTHER THINGS TO NOTE: Preference is given to guests with verified profiles, photos and positive reviews. Single travelers receive a slightly lower rate to make the accommodations more affordable for parties of one. This will automatically be reflected in your pricing. This home is the upper level of a Spanish duplex, with one flight of stairs. PARKING: There is free, unrestricted parking on the street. You can usually find a spot right outside the house or very close by. Please make your inquiry for total number in party and include the names of those who will be staying. The home is not appropriate for children. Minimum stay is 31 nights. Please feel free to inquire, even if your dates are not shown on the calendar. Dates may be flexible. Not suitable for young children. Two guest maximum. Please read the listing carefully before booking. Feel free to ask questions.