Wooden Buddha
8 guests
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4 bedrooms, 4 beds
4 bathrooms
Taking inspiration from its Spanish roots, this bright and airy villa in LA's relaxed hillside enclave of Los Feliz is the perfect pad for large groups chasing the hot Californian sun. Within the home, expect to find double-height ceilings, shiny dark wood flooring and plenty of large living spaces filled with soft thoughtful furnishings. Designed with space and comfort in mind, the interior is a real crowd-pleaser, though we're swooning over the glistening swimming and spa pool out back – soak up the great climate on a sun-lounger while watching the children splash about in the water. And when you're not relaxing by the pool, other lazy days are best enjoyed wandering through sprawling Griffith Park, which backs directly onto the home. With five golf courses within a two-mile radius of the park, golf enthusiasts will adore the location. Plus, you'll have easy access to the dazzling lights of Hollywood with the Walk of Fame a thirty-minute stroll down the road. There's so much to see and do here, but we'd forgive you for spending most of your time with a margarita by the sparkling pool.
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What to expect
Highlights
Explore this larger-than-life Hollywood location
Soak up the Cali sunshine poolside
Make a splash in the spa pool
Cool off in the light-filled living room
Catch up with friends in the bright and airy additional living space
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Home truths
If you're bringing little ones along, travel cots can be provided by the host
There is private garage parking at home – we recommend hiring a car if you're looking to explore the area
About this stay
Amenities
Desk / workplace
Wi-fi
Air conditioning
Washing machine
Dryer
Swimming pool
Hot tub
Garden
Bedrooms & bathrooms
4 bedrooms, 4 beds
4 bathrooms
Extras
VIP services
24/7 concierge
Arrange a chef
Cab booking
Daily cleaning
Luggage storage
Massage
Restaurant reservations
Extras are subject to availability. Please enquire with your host.
Local guide
About Franklin Village
In the 80s and 90s there was something of a trend to affix the word “village” to many neighbourhoods and streets of Los Angeles (Fairfax Village, Larchmont Village, Los Feliz Village, and Virgil Village among them). A stretch of Franklin Avenue also received this treatment and Franklin Village was born. However, unlike some of those neighbourhoods, Franklin Village actually feels somewhat cohesive, compact, walkable and thus vaguely village-like. Its attractions...
Explore the area
Local restaurants, cafes, museums, sites and activities, recommended by our community of hosts and travel experts
Have a picnic at the Hollywood Bowl
Catch a show at under the stars. Put together a picnic and grab a bottle of wine to enjoy beforehand in Highland Camrose Park, just next door.
Climb the hill in Barnsdall Art Park
A great place for a picnic, and afterwards check out Frank Lloyd Wright's Hollyhock house. Open Thursday through Sunday.
Play tourist and visit Universal Studios Hollywood
Choose to either cruise up and down Universal City Walk or enter the park and be ready for an amusement adventure with a cinema theme, featuring rides, shows, shops and restaurants.
Dine on some fresh Sushi at Yamashiro
Sushi and Cal-Asian fare served amid gardens and a koi pond in the Hollywood Hills with gorgeous views overlooking the city.
Explore the Iconic TCL Chinese Theatre
Step back in time and immerse yourself in the magic of cinema at this opulent movie theater. Admire the stunning architecture, explore the hand- and footprints of legendary stars, and experience industry-leading audio and visual equipment for an unforgettable movie experience.
Saunter across the iconic Walk of Fame
The Hollywood Walk of Fame comprises more than 2,600 five-pointed terrazzo and brass stars embedded in the sidewalks of Hollywood Boulevard and three blocks of Vine Street.
Enjoy the views from Griffith Observatory
This iconic 1935 art deco landmark offers a high-tech planetarium, public telescopes, and breathtaking city views. Immerse yourself in astronomy and enjoy the spectacular surroundings, including the Hollywood sign and nearby hiking trails.
Get around
Airport
Hollywood Burbank
26 min
Whiteman
30 min
Santa Monica
43 min
Subway station
Hollywood/Western
14 min
Train station
Glendale
15 min
Bus stop
Franklin & Harvard Blvd.
7 min
Local shops & services
Supermarket
14 min
Cafe
11 min
Pharmacy
14 min
Points of interest
Beach
Mothers Beach
52 min
Booking policies
House Rules
Children welcome (1-12 years)
Infants welcome (under 12 months)
No pets
No parties or events
No smoking
Good to know
Arrival from 16:00
Departure before 10:00
Air con
Wifi speed: 233Mbps
Cancellation policy
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 Angela
This home is managed directly by its owner who will be your point of contact before and during your stay. Angela is a doctor by training, currently working for a pharmaceutical consulting company. She has long been interested in real estate and rents out a few different homes across the city. She is passionate about architectural design and construction and spent a good year and half redesigning this home, after acquiring it in 2010.
Registration or licence number: HSR19-003435.
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