Steps to The Strand + 2 King Beds | Walk Streets + Pier | The Octopus Inn

The Octopus Inn sits on a quiet block at the north end of Manhattan Beach — the kind of breezy, sand-between-your-toes pocket of the South Bay that locals would just as soon keep to themselves. It's an easy, unpretentious place: two bedrooms, each with a king bed, two full baths, and a sun-washed living room built around a comfortable leather sofa and a TV for slow mornings and post-beach wind-downs.

The kitchen is fully stocked for however you like to eat in, with a gas range for a proper stay-in dinner and a breakfast bar with stools for coffee and conversation while someone finishes plating. When it's time to sit down together, a dedicated dining nook gives everyone a spot at the table. Two portable A/C units keep things cool on the warmer afternoons, once the marine layer has burned off.

The real draw is what's just outside the door. A couple of the neighborhood's beloved walk streets are a block away — narrow, car-free lanes with surfboards leaning against fences and bougainvillea spilling over hedges — and they lead straight down to The Strand and the sand. From there it's a flat, breezy stroll south along the path to the Manhattan Beach Pier, where the free Roundhouse Aquarium waits at the far end, and the sunsets rank among the best in Southern California. Just down the street, Bruce's Beach and its grassy hillside make an easy spot for a picnic or a golden-hour hang.

Up the hill, downtown Manhattan Beach hums with the restaurants, coffee shops, surf stores, and boutiques that make this stretch of coast feel less like a beach town and more like a neighborhood you'd happily move into.

AvantStay provides an upscale experience with services that elevate your stay and save time so you can enjoy every moment. Guests have access to a 24/7 support team and a tech-enabled concierge to book services, such as fridge stocking, mid-stay cleanings, and private chefs. For anything you need (or never knew you needed), we’re at your service!

There is no place quite like LA. It's what people envision when dreaming about California. The entertainment industry has thrived in Hollywood for hundreds of years, calling people from all over the world. Surf lines the western coast of the city in areas like Venice, providing an area for locals and visitors alike to explore legendary beaches. Each of the 400+ neighborhoods in Los Angeles has its voice and story-—meaning there's something in it for everybody. Where do you see yourself?

Local Attractions: Hollywood Sign, Runyon Canyon, Santa Monica Pier, Rodeo Drive, Griffith Observatory, Los Angeles County Museum of Art, Venice Beach and Boardwalk

Home Truths:
- Pets are not allowed in this home. If undisclosed pets are brought into the home without AvantStay's approval, there is a fine of $500 per pet.
- Nearby construction and street improvement work around Bruce’s Beach, Manhattan Avenue, and surrounding streets may cause intermittent daytime noise during your stay.
- Each bedroom also has a sound/noise machine with multiple sleep sounds.
- The home is heated by wall heaters (no central heating system)
- Bedding Details: One mattress is a foam/Tempur-Pedic-style mattress, and the other is a pillow-top spring mattress. 100% Cotton Sheets.

Parking Details:
- One medium-sized vehicle can be accommodated in the garage.
- Please note that cars must be parked inside the garage at all times.
- Vehicles are not permitted to be left in the driveway. Street parking in this neighborhood is extremely limited and can be difficult to find, so we recommend planning ahead if you're traveling with more than one car.
- For larger groups or additional vehicles, rideshare or public parking lots near downtown Manhattan Beach are good options to consider.
- Please check all posted overnight parking signs and local neighborhood rules, as parking restrictions are strictly enforced.

This is a smoke-free property. Violation of the no-smoking policy will result in forfeiture of the security deposit, a $300 smoking fee, and liability for any fire or property damage costs.

As part of our commitment to being good neighbors, occupancy limits and quiet hours (9pm-8am) are strictly enforced. No speakers or sound systems will be provided for use in our properties. Violation of any noise ordinances will be subject to fines that can reach up to $10,000 per violation.

Events or parties are not allowed without prior written approval and an additional fee. Any unauthorized parties or events will be shut down and a fine will be assessed. Please inquire for more information about our event policies and fees.

There is nothing more important to us at AvantStay than the health, safety, and experience of our guests & staff. We've enhanced our cleaning and sanitation protocols and are taking extra care to disinfect all surfaces between reservations with hospital-grade disinfecting solutions.

As a reminder, we do work with 3rd party vendors to maintain the property, and although we adhere to the strictest CDC guidelines and advise all contractors to wear PPE equipment, we can not always enforce. We strongly advise guests to please deny access if any vendors fail to meet and adhere to these standards.

IDs will be requested for verification after booking. All bookings over 28 days require a security deposit.

We report and prosecute all Credit Card Fraud.

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