Panoramic LA Views from Franklin Hills Home

Los Angeles County, United States

Guest rating: 4.6 / 5

Overview

Panoramic LA Views from Franklin Hills Home is a smoke-free, hillside vacation home in Los Angeles County, positioned for sweeping mountain and city views from nearly every room. The home is described as a quiet Franklin Hills retreat that balances a residential feel with access to major LA attractions. It is managed as an Air Concierge Vacation Homes 2-bedroom, 1.5-bath property, with a separately rented guest suite below (separate entrance; no shared spaces).

Layout & outdoor space

The living room centers on a fireplace and TV, with a dining area placed to take in the view. An expansive deck/patio off the home is a primary feature for enjoying the scenery, but it comes with important safety rules and restrictions: maximum deck occupancy of 4, no parties, and no running/jumping or leaning on the guardrail. Because the home is in a very high fire hazard zone, smoking is prohibited (including outdoors), and BBQ is not allowed.

In-unit amenities

This home is equipped for longer stays with a full kitchen (oven/stove and microwave), plus a washer and ironing board. Connectivity and comfort features include free Wi‑Fi, cable TV, heating, and a fireplace. A crib is available, and the listing is marked kid-friendly, though the host notes the home is not child-proofed and includes stairs and a deck that may not be suitable for children.

Location & nearby essentials

The home is positioned about a 10-minute drive from Sunset Junction and Griffith Observatory, with Downtown LA and Hollywood roughly 20 minutes away. It is also in walking distance of Griffith Park hikes and the area’s historical public stairways that lead down the hill. Nearby dining includes The Guest House and Home Restaurant (about 1.2 km), La Pergoletta (about 1.17 km), and other options in the Los Feliz/Silver Lake area.

Airports & transit access

For air travel, Hollywood Burbank Airport is about 13.5 km away and Los Angeles International Airport about 21.5 km away, with John Wayne and Ontario International airports much farther. Glendale train station is approximately 2.9 km away for regional rail connections.

Best for

This stay best suits couples, friends, or small groups who want a residential LA base with standout panoramic mountain/city views and an outdoor deck/patio for relaxing. It also works well for guests who prefer to self-cater, thanks to the full kitchen, microwave, oven/stove, and in-unit washer, and who want quick drive access to Griffith Observatory, Hollywood, and Downtown.

Travel tips

Plan for street parking only, and note street cleaning occurs every other Wednesday from 10am–12pm (alternate parking is available on Mayview Dr and Franklin Ave during that window). The home is on a hillside and involves stairs; consider using the neighborhood’s historic public stairways if you want to walk down the hill rather than drive. Observe deck and fire-safety rules closely (no smoking anywhere outdoors, no BBQ, and no running/jumping on the deck).

What guests say

Guests frequently highlight the panoramic views and overall cleanliness of the home, and some note that the host/team is responsive and easy to reach. Location is also a recurring positive, with convenient access to restaurants and nearby conveniences. Negative feedback centers on maintenance and reliability issues, including reports of plumbing problems affecting bathroom usability and concerns about the outdoor deck’s condition. The deck’s age and safety considerations are a notable theme and align with the property’s stated restrictions.

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