Historic Modern House Pasadena
Guest rating: 4.7 / 5
Overview
Historic Modern House Pasadena is a private-home-style accommodation set in a quiet, historic, and safe Pasadena neighborhood. Guests occupy a self-contained first-floor unit with its own separate entrance, while the owner lives on the second floor and remains available on-site during stays. The property emphasizes a peaceful, residential atmosphere with house rules against smoking marijuana and loud music.
Rooms
The guest unit consists of two bedrooms and one bathroom on the first floor, along with a small, cute kitchen suited to simple home cooking rather than large or complicated meals. Rooms are equipped with air conditioning, heating, and a ceiling fan, and the property overall is smoke-free indoors (outdoor smoking of tobacco only is permitted).
Amenities & Recreation
Practical amenities include free Wi-Fi, a microwave, and a separate laundry room with complimentary detergent for guest use. There is a shared pool area and basketball court on the property for relaxing, though the pool and spa themselves are reserved for the owner's use and are not available to guests. Guests may use the BBQ but are asked to clean it before and after use.
Location
The house sits minutes from Old Town Pasadena, the Rose Bowl, PCC and Caltech, along with nearby restaurants, shops, and Metro access. Its central position also puts Universal Studios, LA Live, and Hollywood within reach for day trips, making it a convenient base for exploring both Pasadena and greater Los Angeles.
Parking & Practical Notes
Street parking is available for a $3 nightly fee, or guests may park for free in the driveway when space allows. The host asks guests to avoid marijuana smoking, loud music, and parties, and additional guests beyond those booked require advance approval.
Best for
This property suits budget-conscious travelers and small groups or families who want a quiet, residential base with in-unit conveniences like a kitchen, washer, and air conditioning. It's well suited to those visiting Pasadena landmarks such as Old Town, the Rose Bowl, PCC, or Caltech, or who want central access to Hollywood, LA Live, and Universal Studios without staying directly in the busiest parts of LA. It is not a fit for guests seeking pool access, nightlife, or a lively party atmosphere, given the strict quiet-house rules.
Travel tips
Bring cash or plan for a small nightly fee if you need street parking, or arrive with realistic expectations about limited free driveway space. Since the kitchen is small, guests planning to cook should keep meals simple rather than elaborate. The location's proximity to Metro access and Old Town Pasadena makes it feasible to explore without a car for some outings, though a car is recommended for reaching Hollywood, LA Live, or Universal Studios.
What guests say
Guests consistently praise the cleanliness of the rooms and often describe their overall stay in very positive terms. A recurring point of frustration, however, is confusion or disappointment over pool access, since the shared pool and spa are reserved for the owner and are not available for guest use despite being visible on the property. Overall sentiment remains largely favorable, reflected in the high 4.7 rating, but the pool restriction stands out as the main area of guest dissatisfaction.
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