The Seneca Avenue Residence
Perks for the Parents
The bright and sunny family home in Atwater Village comes with an array of kids toys and is just minutes away from some of LA’s best attractions. It sleeps 4 + 2. The fenced-in front yard faces the famous California sunset and the fully enclosed, kid-friendly backyard has lounge furniture, a barrel charcoal grill and an 8-foot dining table for entertaining. Inside, the open floor plan provides a light and spacious kitchen, dining and living area with a thoughtful display of toys, a long, deep-seated couch and a 42" Apple TV. For parents-only time, the bonus room serves as a private office space by day and a cozy screening room by night, with a 65" TV. The house is a peaceful 10-minute walk to cafes, restaurants, bars, boutique shops, a gym and yoga studio.
Why Kids Love it
The living room is used as a modern, sunny playroom, with an assortment of toys and books for kids aged 6 and under. There's also a Piklar triangle for climbing and the thick living room carpet (with extra padding underneath) is great for floor play and tumbles. The children's bedroom has more toys and books and a rocking arm chair which is ideal for bedtime reading. The backyard is a kids oasis with a playhouse, mud kitchen and paved area for scooters (and helmets). The house is near to several parks and playgrounds including the host’s favorite indoor play place, My Gym (sign up for classes online). Ask the hosts about amenities, such as: a high chair, booster seat, baby bath, travel crib, bed guard, stroller, so that we may have everything you need accessible for your stay. And please feel free to request anything not listed!
Things to Know
Minimum stay: 10 nights. Safety notes: there are 3 steps to the front porch leading to the main entrance and the house has security cameras fixed at the exteriors of the front and back doors. The front yard is partially fenced in for privacy and the backyard is completely fenced in. The driveway is narrow and parks only 1 car, however street parking is free and always available, with Wednesday and Friday alternate street parking (the street signs are well placed and easy to follow). The garage space is used for storage so it is not available to guests. The hosts use a house manager to take out the trash bins every Wednesday evening and return them every Thursday evening, so the driveway needs to be clear during these times. (Don’t worry if you forget - but the house manager may knock or call to remind you to move your car if it's blocking in the bins). Smoking is prohibited anywhere on the property. Quiet hours are between 10pm-8am.
About the Location
The home is located in family-friendly Atwater Village, a tree-lined neighborhood, in Los Angeles. It’s within walking distance of cafes, restaurants and boutique shops on Glendale Boulevard and Glendale train station. Just a five-minute drive away you’ll find Griffith Park, with multiple playgrounds, picnic areas, a merry-go-round, a children's train ride, a pony ride, petting zoo, hiking trails and more! This vast park is also home to the LA Zoo, the Griffith Observatory and the Hollywood Sign. The area also offers a nearby public pool and splash pad. Warner Bros, Disney and Universal Studios are all 10 minutes away; downtown Hollywood and the Hollywood Bowl are 15 minutes’ drive. It’s around half an hour away from the west coast beaches and LAX airport is a 45-minute drive (dependent on traffic).
Accommodation Details
The house is a single floor home with 2 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. There is an open plan living/dining room with a spacious well-equipped kitchen. The bedrooms include: a primary bedroom with a California king size bed, a children’s bedroom with two twin beds, and a bonus room that the owners use as a home office and screening room. The home office is a bonus room which can be used for working without distraction or a quiet place to relax and watch a movie on the 60" flat screen TV. The washer and dryer are located in the back hallway, near the children's room. The hosts also have a queen size raised airbed and a travel crib. The primary bedroom and children's bedroom both feature ensuite bathrooms, with a third full bathroom off the hall.
Style Notes
Family crash pad. This bright, sunny and modern home has a relaxed feel - the perfect retreat from the busy city nearby. It’s decorated with soothing, neutral colors in the main bedroom, with playful primary color accents in the children's rooms. The home is well suited to families with young children, featuring all modern appliances and mid-century furniture. We love the chevron pattern walls in the third bathroom, the deep pile rugs adding a cozy, welcoming touch, and that spectacular backyard filled with amazing kids entertainment.
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Air Conditioning
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Baby Bath
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Baby Monitor
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Babysitter / Nanny
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Backyard / Garden
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Balcony
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Bathtub
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Bed Rails
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Bicycles
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Cabinet Locks
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Changing Table
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Chef / Catering
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Children's Dinnerware
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Corner Guards
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DVD Library
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DVD Player
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Dishwasher
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Elevator
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Fireplace Guards
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Game Console
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High Chair
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Housekeeper
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Outlet Plugs
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Parking
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Pet-friendly
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Pool
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Pool Gate
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Stair Gates
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Television
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Toys / Children's Books
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Washer / Dryer
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Wifi
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Window Guards
Atwater Village, Los Angeles
Heirloom tomatoes and a friendly vibe
This diverse family-friendly neighborhood in northeast Los Angeles is known for its much beloved farmers market which draws shoppers from all over the city. It's close to Griffith Park, the city's largest municipal park, and LA Zoo, and around 15 minutes by car from downtown.