Malibu Vacation Home Rentals
Stay luxurious vacation homes, some located right on the beach. Many feature a peace of history. Non-Smoking and fully equipped with appliances. Nightly and weekly rates are both available.

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Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area
401 Hillcrest Dr, Thousand Oaks, CA 91360; (818) 597-9192

The Santa Monica Mountains NRA covers some 150,000 acres of rugged mountain, steep canyons, rolling hills and 50 miles of beachfront. Overlooking both the L.A. basin and Pacific Ocean, it stretches from Griffith Park to the Ventura County Line.

A popular scenic tour is Mulholland Drive which traverses the length of Santa Monica Mountains and offers many hilltop overlooks of the region.

Several state and county beaches cover the 50 mile Pacific Ocean shoreline from Santa Monica to Point Magu.

Charmlee Wilderness Park
Santa Monica Mountains NRA, 2577 S. Encinal Canyon Road, Malibu CA; 310-457-7247; Park Website;
Area maintained by the National Park Service, Charmlee Wilderness Park is 590 acres of the best of the Santa Monica Mountains Coastal Slope environment. The park includes picnic areas, eight miles of hiking trails, native plant displays, and a nature center. Programs include a volunteer docent program, school and group nature programs, and a variety of public hikes and interpretive programs.

Zuma Trancas Canyons
Santa Monica Mountains NRA, 2577 S. Encinal Canyon Road, Malibu CA; 310-457-7247; Park Website;
The perennial streams running through here gives Zuma Canyon and Trancas Canyon an abundance of animal and plant life.

Viator - Guided VIP Tours for The San Fernando Valley
Guided VIP Tours to area theme parks, wilderness adventures, dinner cruises, nightclubs, aviation and many other exciting adventures.

Other notable locations are:

• Cheeseboro Canyon - horseback riding trails
• Circle X Ranch - horseback riding trails
• Franklin Canyon Ranch - just north of Beverly Hills
• Paramount Ranch - former Western movie set
• Peter Stauss Ranch (Lake Enchanto) - 250-seat amphitheater
• Rancho Sierra Vista - horseback riding trails near Point Magu State Park and also Satwiwa Native American Culture Center.
• Rocky Oaks - pond and oak grove

Westlake Village Hyatt Resort 880 South Westlake Boulevard (SR-23), Westlake Village, CA 91361; Location: In the Malibu Hills south of Westlake Village. This California Resort features the ultimate in comfort and amenities. The Westlake Village Hyatt features an outdoor, heated pool, two whirlpools, two saunas and a fitness center and masseuse on the property. Nearby there are jogging trails, and golf and tennis. Guests enjoy casual dining and cocktails. In addition, the hotel provides 12,809 sq. ft. of meeting space. The Hyatt Westlake Plaza can accommodate the leisure traveler or business groups of up to 700 people.

Westlake Village Residence Inn 30950 Russell Ranch Road, Westlake Village, CA 91362; Location: Lindero Canyon Rd exit from the Ventura Freeway (US-101). Residence Inn by Marriott is the extended-stay hotel that helps you feel connected while away from home and maintain a balance of work and life. This homelike surroundings invite you to relax, and our community atmosphere will make you feel welcome.

Calabasas Country Inn & Suites 23627 Calabasas Road, Calabasas, CA 91302; Location: Near Mulholland Exit of Ventura Freeway (US-101); Set among the rolling hills of the San Fernando Valley, the Calabasas Country Inn & Suites is just steps away from golfing, shopping and restaurants. The hotel offers complimentary high-speed, wireless internet, complimentary, deluxe breakfast, and an evening social hour in the pool-side bar & lounge, and more. Guests staying at the hotel can also enjoy the complimentary fitness room, guest laundry and a beautiful year-round heated pool and whirlpool, complimented by refreshing water misters.

Ventura Beach Marriott 2055 Harbor Boulevard, Ventura, CA 93001; Location: Seaward Avenue Exit from Ventura Freeway (US-101) This California Marriott Resort Hotel features 285 deluxe guestrooms, including 15 Suites. The Hotel is located steps from the Pacific Ocean adjacent to San Buenaventura State Beach Park. This location is surrounded by attractions and breathtaking California scenery. With uncrowded beaches, harbor cruises, whale watching, culture, intriguing history, festive shops and many dining and entertainment options all nearby, guests will have endless fun discovering this quaint town.

Ventura Best Western 708 East Thompson Boulevard, Ventura, CA 93001; Location: Near Ventura Pier This Ventura hotel offers guests everything you need while traveling with close access to area attractions. Conveniently located in the heart of Ventura, California, the Best Western Inn of Ventura offers all of the amenities to ensure guests have a comfortable and enjoyable stay. The Best Western Inn of Ventura also offers an outdoor heated pool, spa, exterior corridors, free parking and a business center.

Ventura Harbor Sheraton 1050 Schooner Drive, Ventura, CA 93001; The only hotel on the Ventura Harbor, the Four Points by Sheraton Ventura Harbor is nestled on 17 acres of prime coastal land along California's Gold Coast. This hotel features 175 luxurious guest rooms, most with private balconies and spectacular views. Guestroom amenities include 24-Hour Front Desk, nearby outdoor tennis courts, outdoor Heated Pool and Whirlpool, Room Service, Laundry/Valet Service Wake-up Service Available, Express/Video Checkout Available, Airport Transportation,