Located in Encino (Encino Village), this vacation home is within a 10-minute drive of Candy Cane Lane and California State University-Northridge. .This vacation home is 10.5 mi (16.9 km) from Universal Studios Hollywood and 10.5 mi (16.9 km) from University of California, Los Angeles.
California State University-Northridge - 9 min drive - 7.4 km
Universal Studios Hollywood - 13 min drive - 18.8 km
Getting around
Northridge Station - 12 min drive
Van Nuys, CA (VNY) - 20 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 5 min drive
McDonald's - 4 min drive
Jack in the Box - 5 min drive
Del Taco - 5 min drive
Salsa & Beer - 3 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
4 BR Encino Home w/ Amazing Yard, Near Everything
Your relaxing home in Encino with direct neighborhood access to Balboa park and very close to Lake Balboa. The home has a peaceful, covered backyard with a Roman fountain and is perfect for outdoor relaxation. If you want to relax indoors, there is a jacuzzi tub to sooth your muscles and mind.
Entertainers Kitchen!
Decorated, and stocked! Relax here! Book this AMAZING Encino home that's close to everything! YOU'LL LOVE IT!
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. The bathroom with a shower/tub combination features a jetted bathtub and a hair dryer.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as a fitness center or take in the view from a garden.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.
Property manager
Patrick Puorro
Languages
English
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Onsite parking options include a garage
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Hob
Ice maker
Kitchen island
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
4 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Bathtub
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Entertainment
Smart TV
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Fenced yard
Garden
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Desk
Desk chair
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Welcoming cats and dogs only
2 pets total
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
No lift (single-level property)
Designated smoking areas
Note from host: Cleanup all remnants of smoking or fees will incur
Location highlights
In a rural location
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near a zoo
Things to do
Gym
Optional golf privileges
Basketball nearby
Birdwatching nearby
Cycling nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Theme park nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
Fire extinguisher
General
Garden
Unit size: 1,500 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Check-out instructions
The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Ensure all dishes and cookware have been thoroughly cleaned and stored. If a FEW items didnt get clean, leave those in the dishwasher.
Leave the sheets on beds.
Put used towels in the bathroom tub.
Lock all doors and windows.
All appliances and AC is off.
Ensure outdoor chairs and grill covers are on.
Take out trash and recyclables and put in bins on side of the house.
Pets
Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 30
Note from host: Please check with me regarding the type of event.
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number HSR23-000057
4 BR Encino Home w/ Amazing Yard, Near Everything Reviews
Reviews
10
Exceptional
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 42 out of 46 reviews
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10/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
8/10 Good
Forest P.
30 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice property. Faulty entry lock.
A lovely home with a serene back yard in a pleasant, quiet neighborhood. The only problem was that on the last day we returned in the evening after a day at Disneyland to discover that the front door lock did not respond to our code. We could not contact the owner and neither could VRBO. It was no fun to have to find a decent hotel with an available room in an unfamiliar neighborhood after midnight. And then look for an all-night pharmacy for essentials. If you book this nice place, be sure you have a way to contact the owner in an emergency.
Forest P.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
28 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet pleasant oasis & well-equipped suburban retreat home in pleasant safe neighborhood
We were the parents & family ‘of-the-bride’ who all travelled a very long way to LA. As weddings can be chaotic (but oh so wonderful! ) occasions, I knew we’d need a quiet place to retreat to in between all the wedding events. Plus we needed good kitchen to cook in - specifically for a family member with food intolerances/allergies that could not eat out. The kitchen was perfect! This house is also just a short drive to some really great grocery stores that carry speciality items. For our family the location ideal. Host Patrick was always at the end of a text &/or message addressing any issues - & in a very timely manner too. When we return to Encino we will defiantly try to book this home again.
Verified traveller
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Cindy W.
24 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Customer
Every thing was very conducive to our family gathering especially outside.
Cindy W.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Kathleen S.
20 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Spring Break in LA
Lovely home in a quiet Encino neighborhood. Just 5 minutes from restaurants and shopping on Ventura Blvd. with easy access to both the 101 and 405. About an hour to Disneyland on the weekend and 30 minutes to Universal, Santa Monica Pier, and Venice Beach during the week. Patrick was a great host; he responded quickly to all questions and even gave us access to the house an hour early when our flight landed ahead of schedule. Great property for our multi-generational traveling party (80s, 50s, and teens). Would stay here again.
Kathleen S.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
John K.
17 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great quiet home close to studios
We stayed here recently on a trip to LA to visit some of the studios, Hollywood, Burbank, and Malibu. Great location if you are looking to stay in the northern end of the LA area. The home is beautiful and the backyard is a wonderful relaxing retreat. Would absolutely stay again!!
John K.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Alyce C.
1 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Ideal and cozy!
The fountain was so serene and the home was perfectly curated. This is perfect for a family or small gathering. We hosted my baby shower here and everyone was super happy and comfortable! 10/10 would recommend.
Alyce C.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Cynthia T.
15 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice home
Easy communication home is in good condition. Very nice property would highly recommend.
Cynthia T.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Vinnie V.
12 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
We had a great stay with our family who gathered here for a family event. The place was clean and well maintained. The common spaces were great for socializing and bonding. The host is extremely communicative and accommodating
Vinnie V.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Suzanne T.
16 Feb 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely home!
House very comfortable, clean and open. Nice to have the 4th bedroom. Backyard was very nice. Host responded promptly to all messages- including a plumbing issue that was quickly resolved. Good location for activities planned.
Suzanne T.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Teri G.
20 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Spacious, comfortable!
The beds were really comfortable & the entire house was very nice. We had everything we could possibly need and want. Great stay, thank you!
Teri G.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Sean R.
26 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Encino
Place was amazing!!!
Sean R.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
8/10 Good
Ingrid N.
24 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location for our family holiday gathering
This house had everything we needed for the "overflow" family members gathering in Encino for an early Christmas. The location was ideal and communication with the property manager was excellent. Beds were very comfortable and the shower (nearest the kitchen) was particularly great.
Ingrid N.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Abe G.
17 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot in Encino
We really enjoyed our stay. Easy to get to, quiet neighborhood, nice clean house.
Everything was easy from check in to check out .
Would stay here again
Abe G.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
April T.
7 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice stay in Encino!
Patrick is a very responsive host, and answers all questions promptly. The Encino house is comfortable, and in a very nice and quiet neighborhood. Good kitchen appliances, and a good washer and dryer. The beds were very comfortable, and the layout of the house worked well for our four adult family members. Having the den as additional space (we didn't use it as a bedroom) was also a very nice feature for us. Check-in was very easy, and Patrick provided clear instructions before we arrived. Plenty of parking space for our two rental cars, which was an added bonus!
Thanks, Patrick! We enjoyed our stay!
April T.
Stayed 11 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Mary S.
5 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely house
The house was very comfortable for my family with three large bed rooms. The furniture and decor was beautiful and very welcoming, the kitchen is well appointed with a large fridge and double ovens! I with my kitchen t home was as nice as this one!! Great neighborhood too.
Mary S.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
8/10 Good
Ronnie H.
4 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Well-kept house with great back yard
We had my son and daughter-in-law's baby shower here. It's a great house for a party b/c it has a large and inviting back yard. The beds are comfortable and the kitchen well-stocked. The only drawback is that there are mosquitoes, so bring along Deet or another insect repellant.
Ronnie H.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
OLGA E.
17 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great house!
Very clean and well decorated house. Beds are very comfortable. Great location. Feels like home. Great host Patrick.
OLGA E.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Stephanie P.
8 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay with the family
We had a great time at this property. It was centrally located in a quiet neighborhood, clean, and the host was communicative.
Stephanie P.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Colin R.
17 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing
The house and neighborhood were perfect. Tons of space and easy to get around to different parts of LA. Communication with host was smooth and fast. Would recommend staying here to anyone!
Colin R.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Angela R.
30 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent Stay
Beautiful home, great location. Communication with property manager, Patrick, was very helpful and response time was quick. We had a small gathering celebrating graduation and everything was perfect. I was thrilled to find a place that would allow for small gatherings. Our stay was wonderful!
Angela R.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
traci p.
12 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent house
Patrick has a perfect house for a stay in Encino. The neighborhood is quiet and lovely. The house is very clean and well appointed. I will come back again!
traci p.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Moustapha E.
5 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great house in great location
This 3BR house was located in a quiet and family oriented neighborhood of Encino. Short minutes from shopping, restaurants and cafe. The neighborhood is very safe and great for afternoon walks, with easy access to trails on Balboa park. The house was clean, well organized and had everything we needed for our 13day stay. We will definitely comeback again! Thank you Patrick for being a great host and very responsive when needed!!
Moustapha E.
Stayed 13 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Yasmeen M.
24 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great family stay
My parents and cousins came to town for my graduation at CSUN. Patrick's place was great for all of us to just relax, cook together and watch movies all weekend. Awesome amenities, plenty of space, and great kitchen for family meals!
Yasmeen M.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Dakotah G.
11 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
First timer
This was my first time staying at a vrbo and it was a great experience! It was clean, the host communicated very well, and my friends loved the home!! We can't wait to come back, thank you Patrick!
Dakotah G.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Cindy C.
30 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great
Very quaint and peaceful home and neighborhood; close to anything you need. Host was amazing! I’ll be returning!