The Art Of Sound
10 guests
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4 bedrooms, 7 beds
3 bathrooms
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Close to Santa Monica airport and just five minutes from the beach, this LA home offers a lot more than meets the eye. A comfortable, detached single-storey house with a separate music studio, all sorts of musicians have stayed and worked here over the years. Created by one of the founders of Trotsky Icepick in the mid-80s, it's been used by major record labels and well-known sound engineers and recently hosted Australia's top electronic music group, Rüfüs du Sol. That aside, the home has been freshly remodelled, with a bright, sociable living space, relaxing bedrooms and sleek, modern bathrooms. There's a well kitted-out kitchen for meals at home, and you'll be within an easy drive of numerous excellent dining options. The outdoor space is another of this home's little surprises. With a pretty yard, fruit trees and a covered outdoor lounge area, there's plenty of room for your group to spread out. The heated saltwater pool is a new addition and comes with an infinity Jacuzzi, a deep end for diving and shallow shelves for sunbathing. Just across the road from a park and a golf course, this is a quiet neighbourhood, and your host has curated self-guided bike tours for keen cyclists – including Venice and Santa Monica beaches and the Venice canals, all of which are within twenty minutes on two wheels. Besides Venice Beach and Santa Monica Pier, other must-see attractions nearby include Marina Del Rey, The Getty, Los Angeles County Museum of Art, Hollywood, Universal City, and The Grove. Downtown is also only 20 minutes away and many of the best restaurants are right nearby on the Westside, from hole-in-the-wall gems to Michelin-Star establishments.
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Highlights
![Saddle up and hit the road – Venice Beach and Santa Monica are just a twenty-minute ride away](https://static.plumcache.com/listings/6336f429-36f7-48fb-9db9-218fa2e889aa/60b5b2f2-958a-4d3a-b7a3-504bea19f2fd.jpg?w=480&fit=min)
Saddle up and hit the road – Venice Beach and Santa Monica are just a twenty-minute ride away
![Make use of the home's expansive detached music studio](https://static.plumcache.com/listings/6336f429-36f7-48fb-9db9-218fa2e889aa/ae8ece3a-d2ad-4afd-8641-17006d123411.jpg?rect=575%2C18%2C1658%2C1656&w=480&fit=min)
Make use of the home's expansive detached music studio
![Swim daily laps in the heated saltwater pool](https://static.plumcache.com/listings/6336f429-36f7-48fb-9db9-218fa2e889aa/a2abba2d-e817-4c76-b64b-bd6226437470.jpg?rect=1189%2C18%2C1658%2C1656&w=480&fit=min)
Swim daily laps in the heated saltwater pool
![Cook up evening feasts on the barbecue grill](https://static.plumcache.com/listings/6336f429-36f7-48fb-9db9-218fa2e889aa/5d9dd3ba-2862-4572-b58d-c2ac7dbad4b1.jpg?rect=854%2C0%2C1507%2C1505&w=480&fit=min)
Cook up evening feasts on the barbecue grill
![Socialise over evening drinks in the bright lounge](https://static.plumcache.com/listings/6336f429-36f7-48fb-9db9-218fa2e889aa/b7f820d1-fa5b-4b9d-8ed4-427ef0b26a20.jpg?rect=474%2C3%2C1673%2C1671&w=480&fit=min)
Socialise over evening drinks in the bright lounge
![Sit back and relax in the waterfall infinity spa](https://static.plumcache.com/listings/6336f429-36f7-48fb-9db9-218fa2e889aa/2c45649c-07c0-42c4-b598-253b79daaec7.jpg?rect=605%2C10%2C1665%2C1664&w=480&fit=min)
Sit back and relax in the waterfall infinity spa
![Enjoy the aroma of a fresh cup of coffee](https://static.plumcache.com/listings/6336f429-36f7-48fb-9db9-218fa2e889aa/47ec3a2a-1378-45f9-b700-c1883f94b43f..jpeg?rect=55%2C215%2C655%2C655&w=480&fit=min)
Enjoy the aroma of a fresh cup of coffee
![Fire up the barbeque for an al fresco feast](https://static.plumcache.com/listings/6336f429-36f7-48fb-9db9-218fa2e889aa/9a8cef27-eaa4-4d8b-892a-89546678d7f1..jpeg?rect=18%2C151%2C701%2C701&w=480&fit=min)
Fire up the barbeque for an al fresco feast
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Home truths
Parts of the home and furniture could do with an update
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The music studio is 600 sqft, with a live room, control room, isolation booths, triple-pane glass windows, and silent air conditioning – the room also doubles as a yoga studio or an office space
The pool is heated year-round, but guests cannot alter the temperature
Child-friendly amenities such as a cot, baby bath, books and toys are available on request
The home is set over a single level, so it may be suitable for those with limited mobility
A car isn't a necessity here, but there's one secure space (with access to an EV charger), plus on-street parking
Bedroom 4 is best suited to younger guests
About this stay
Amenities
Tennis court
Outdoor seating
Desk
Desk / workplace
Workplace
Laptop friendly workspace
Wi-fi
Air conditioning
Bedrooms & bathrooms
4 bedrooms, 7 beds
3 bathrooms
Extras
VIP services
Luggage storage
Extras are subject to availability. Please enquire with your host.
Local guide
About Mar Vista
Wedged between Venice and Culver City, Mar Vista has previously been a relatively sleepy neighbourhood that many Angelinos would have had a hard time placing without a map, but that’s all changing and fast. With stylish new restaurants and cafés plus fun and quirky independent boutiques, Mar Vista offers plenty of excellent options to eat, drink, shop and explore. Once a powerhouse of lima bean farming in the 1930s, Mar...
Booking policies
House Rules
Children welcome (1-12 years)
Infants welcome (under 12 months)
No parties or events
No pets
No smoking
Good to know
Arrival from 16:00
Departure before 11:00
Air con
Wifi speed: 58Mbps
Cancellation policy
Up until
30
days
Cancel at least 30 days before your check-in date for a full refund.
Up until
7
days
Cancel at least 7 days before your check-in date for a 50% refund.
Not eligible for a refund once your check-in date is under 7 days away.
Host
This home is managed by Daniel
This home is managed directly by its owner who will be your point of contact before and during your stay. Dan was born and raised in Los Angeles, a true local. He and his family enjoy hosting and meeting new people. He works as a systems architect and his hobbies include music and kite surfing – he's never far from the beach!
Registration or licence number: HSR21-001149.
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