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Sunset Bungalow on The Avenues, 1 Block from Beach
Lovely, Bright, Clean & Quiet Beach Bungalow for two adults (sorry no children/infants). Private entrance off alleyway. Gourmet kitchen, Subzero, Viking Stove, walk in shower with Rain Head. Beautiful hardwood floors, large windows that bring in the sun and ocean breezes. Watch the sunset while having dinner at the kitchen table. 5 min walk to beach, 10 min walk to The Riviera Village with restaurants, shopping . Grab the cruisers, ride on The Strand to Hermosa or Manhattan. Live like a local!

Amazing Venice Beach House
Only 7 houses to the beach, we are located on a beautiful garden "walking street" (the houses on the block face each other with a pedestrian walkway/sidewalk separating them, just beautiful gardens facing each other) Located in the very heart of Venice among hundreds of cafes, shops and the colorful boardwalk. There is a private front and back garden with an outdoor fireplace. The house is beautifully furnished. Garage parking is included, many amenities: bikes, beach chairs, surf boards

Beachfront Oasis
Enjoy quality time with family or friends at our newly remodeled 1930's ocean front family beach home. Sun bathe on the deck in the Summer, catch some waves, rinse off in our outdoor shower, stroll along the shore at sunset, and enjoy barbecuing on the patio. We have Spectrum Cable, WiFi, Bluetooth Soundbar, heat and AC in each room, 1 parking spot and free street parking. *Note: during Winter months, the city builds a sand berm front of homes. This may impact the ground floor view. See pics.

Splendid Ocean and City View & Casper King Bed
Discover an exquisite 1-bedroom apartment in the heart of downtown Santa Monica. This sunlight-filled retreat on the world-famous Ocean Ave is just steps from the beach, the iconic Santa Monica Pier, and the best dining and shopping. Boasting spacious, stylish interiors, this apartment offers stunning views of both the ocean and the city. No neighbors can see inside, even with the blinds fully open! THIS LOCATION WAS NEVER AFFECTED BY AN EVACUATION ORDER. SANTA MONICA'S AIR QUALITY IS GOOD!

Apartment on the boardwalk with an amazing view
Relax and unwind in this unique getaway. Located right on the beach toward the far end of the Peninsula. Beautiful views during the day, sunsets at night. The boardwalk and ocean are right underneath your window. Occasionally you can see dolphins swimming under your window. Walk to the bay side for paddleboarding, swimming. Close to 2nd street and 2nd & PCH for restaurants. Easy access to the marina, Shoreline Village, aquarium, downtown Long Beach, convention center, cruiseship terminal.

King Oasis, Steps to the Beach - with Garden Patio
Come relax at this stylish and serene oasis only steps from Venice Beach. Your SoCal sanctuary is located on a quiet pedestrian street, with a gated patio and garden just outside your door. Excellent location close to the storied Venice canals, great restaurants and cafes too. Beyond beautiful design and decor, your place is equipped with fast Wi-Fi, King-sized Leesa bed, in-unit laundry and all the comfort you could ask for. The beach and ocean and best of Venice are just steps away!

Playa del Rey Smart Beach Home
Property Type: Entire Unit (3 bedrooms) Accommodates: 6 guests comfortably Bedroom Configuration: * Bedroom 1: Queen bed * Bedroom 2: Queen bed * Bedroom 3: Day bed that opens into 2 twin beds Location: Our beach house is nestled in Playa del Rey, a scenic neighborhood located in the western part of Los Angeles. With its pristine beaches, stunning sunsets, and relaxed atmosphere, Playa del Rey is an ideal destination for beach lovers and outdoor enthusiasts Everything Brand New

SA Beach Suite #3 by Stay Awhile Villas
A peaceful and serene reserve meticulously designed for luxury and relaxation, located in the heart of Malibu with exclusive access to CURE Wellness and Gym. Just steps away from feeling your toes in the sand! An intimate collection of 10 ocean view suites on California's most sought-after beach. Perfect location for long walks on the beach, paddle boarding, kayaking, swimming, and sunbathing on Carbon Beach! Beautiful sunsets, ocean waves and star-lit nights await you.

BOHO Sunset Beach Oasis | H.B.
Forget your worries in this California living at its finest. This quintessential beach house is perched right on the sand, has exceptional and unobstructed views of the Pacific Ocean and Catalina island, is oozing with charm and designed for entertaining. Step inside and allow the picturesque windows to not only draw your eyes outside to the coast but flood the main living spaces with an abundance of natural light, spacious and serene space.

Manhattan Beach Beachfront Charming On The Strand
The apartment is in front of a beautiful section of the beach, that includes volleyball courts, is a panoramic view, that goes from Catalina Island and Palos Verdes to Malibu. It is also one of the best surfing and swimming spots in the country. The beach is exceptionally safe, clean and spacious. The living room/dining room over looks an unbelievable panoramic view of Manhattan Beach One vehicle parking included

Luxury Beachside Living | Walk to the Sand &Waves
🌊 Luxury Oceanview Retreat – Steps from the Beach! 🌊 Stay in this spacious 1BR, 2BA apartment with breathtaking ocean views just steps from the sand. Features a king bed, a comfy sleeper sofa, two modern bathrooms, and fully equipped kitchen. Fast WiFi, Smart TV, and in-unit washer/dryer. Walk to cafés, shops, and beach trails. Perfect for a relaxing getaway or remote work. Book now! 🏝️✨

Ocean/Sunset views 2Dream of /Private Home,parking
Amazing Beach Home, Ocean Views from almost every room. Near Santa Monica, Manhattan Beach, Venice Beach. Huge decks everywhere facing Ocean, unobstructed views of Palos Verdes to Malibu. Situated ideally between Marina Del Rey &Manhattan Beach. 5 minutes to LAX & most fwy. Sea and hear Ocean waves . Air conditioning for those rare hot nights !
Popular amenities for Santa Monica waterfront rentals
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Ocean Eyes|3 Blocks To Beach|Pool Table|Bikes

TopangaSTRONG, Studio w/ Hot Tub, Creek, Mtn View

Modern day 2 BDR Beach home

Exclusive 1 Bdrm Beach Apt w/AC. LA28 Walkable!

RENOVATED Bungalow Steps to Beach, Shops & Dining

Beachfront Modern 2 Brdm/2 Bath on Strand

Ollie’s Kitchen Bed & Breakfast II

Seaside Beach Villa - Studio Apartment on the sand
Waterfront house rentals

Steps to Venice Sand | BBQ, Fire Pit, Parking

Venice Sandlot - 2 blocks to ocean

East Malibu - across the street from the ocean!

Beach house with ocean views in Playa Del Rey

Manhattan Pearl, Upper Level
Dexter’s Dockside, Long Beach Waterfront House

Oceanfront Oasis

A Dream Right on the BEACH!
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Top Floor Ocean Views & 2 Car Garage Steps to Sand

NEW! OCEANFRONT-The STRAND-Live Best Beach Life !

Ocean View Oasis Near Convention Center & Beach

Beachfront on the Bay- penthouse on the sand

Ocean View Studio Near Convention Ctr and Beach

Awesome On The Strand, Hermosa Beach Property

Spatious 2 bedroom apt, 1 block from beach

Malibu beachfront condo w pool, 2 bedroom 1 bath
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| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Avg. price | $428 AUD | $414 AUD | $404 AUD | $402 AUD | $397 AUD | $421 AUD | $442 AUD | $462 AUD | $388 AUD | $434 AUD | $430 AUD | $411 AUD |
| Avg. temp | 14°C | 14°C | 15°C | 16°C | 18°C | 19°C | 21°C | 22°C | 21°C | 20°C | 17°C | 14°C |
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Santa Monica holiday rentals start at $77 AUD per night before taxes and fees

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Family-friendly holiday rentals
140 properties offer extra space and kid-friendly amenities

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100 properties feature pools

Rentals with dedicated workspaces
210 properties have a dedicated workspace

Wi-Fi availability
290 of Santa Monica holiday rentals include Wi-Fi access

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Guests love Kitchen, Wi-Fi and Pool across Santa Monica rentals

4.7 Average rating
Santa Monica stays receive an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 from guests

Nearby attractions
Santa Monica's top spots, include Venice Beach, Venice Canals, and Palisades Park
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