Woodland Hills/Calabasas, CA
IS THIS A HOUSE?
It's a guest house
IS IT SHARED OR PRIVATE?
All of our rentals are private
DOES THE RENTAL HAVE ITS OWN ENTRANCE?
All of our rentals have their own entrance.
DOES THE RENTAL SHARE A COMMON WALL?
All of the units share a common wall with another unit except The Bungalow. Hawaiian Hut with the kitchen of main house, Spanish Hacienda and Hollywood Loft between the two units.
WHAT CITY IS IT ACTUALLY LOCATED IN?
It is in Los Angeles, in the San Fernando suburb of Woodland Hills, on the border of Calabasas
WHAT DOES SOUTH OF THE BLVD MEAN?
It is located South of Ventura Blvd. which is the main street that runs across the entire San Fernando Valley in the upscale hillside section.
DO I NEED TO HAVE A CREDIT CHECK DONE OR SIGN A LEASE?
No credit check or lease required, as you are a guest (“lodger”) not a tenant.
HOW DO I BOOK A RENTAL?
Reservations can be made over the internet or in person.
WHAT IS YOUR EMAIL ADDRESS?
cheriwoods1@yahoo.com
WHAT IS YOUR PHONE #?
Our phone number is (818)225-5347. Our office is open daily 10:00 AM-6:00 PM PST.
WHERE IS YOUR OFFICE?
Our office is located onsite at the Woodland Hills, Ca. property. Email or call us to schedule an appointment
HOW FAR ARE YOU FROM OLD TOWN CALABASAS?
A stone’s throw to Old Town Calabasas tourist attractions. A few blocks. Within walking distance.
HOW FAR ARE YOU OFF THE FREEWAY?
We are just a couple blocks S. of the 101 fwy.
CAN WE HEAR THE FREEWAY NOISE?
Not unless you are noise sensitive.
HOW FAR ARE YOU FROM WARNER CENTER, AND THE WESTFIELD & PROMENADE MALLS?
4 miles
HOW CLOSE ARE RESTAURANTS?
Within walking distance to dining, entertainment and businesses
HOW CLOSE ARE YOU TO THE BUS STOP?
1/2 block
HOW CLOSE ARE YOU TO THE AIRPORT?
20 mi. to HOLLYWOOD BURBANK aka Bob Hope airport , 29 mi. to LAX airport, 11 mi. to Van Nuys
HOW CLOSE ARE YOU TO UNIVERSAL STUDIOS?
17 mi. to Universal Studios
HOW CLOSE ARE YOU TO HOLLYWOOD?
18 mi. to Hollywood
HOW CLOSE ARE YOU TO THE OCEAN?
23 mi. to ocean (Santa Monica/Malibu)
HOW CLOSE ARE YOU TO DISNEYLAND?
52 mi. to Disneyland
HOW BIG IS THE PROPERTY?
Over 10,000 SF in a tropical country club setting
IS THERE SECURITY?
24/7 surveillance cameras. Guest houses located behind electric gates with private gated side entry.
IS THERE A POOL?
We have a natural rock waterfall splashing into a sparkling laguna-style lap pool. Approximately 4' deep on the deepest end.
IS THERE A SPA?
We have a heated spa for use 24/7
IS THERE A BAR-B-Q?
We have a Bar-B-Que w/ gazebo covered picnic tables and benches for group dining
WHAT OTHER AMENITIES DO YOU HAVE?
We have an outdoor bar (self service), lounge chairs on both the upper and lower decks for tanning, a Fire pit for roasting marshmellows or hotdogs with the children, and a tiki hut cabana for shady days or romantic nights overlooking the pool.
HOW MANY SQUARE FEET IS THE UNIT?
Hawaiian Hut is 200 Square Feet
The Bungalow is 400 Square Feet
Spanish Hacienda is 500 Square Feet
Hollywood Loft is 500 Square Feet
WHERE ON THE PROPERTY IS THE UNIT LOCATED?
Hawaiian Hut steps out to the pool area
The Bungalow steps out to the BBQ area
Spanish Hacienda and Hollywood Loft are in the rear of the property.
WHAT TYPE OF HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING DOES IT HAVE?
Hawaiian Hut gets the htg./A.C. from a vent in the main house, and also has a ceiling fan, table fan & table heater.
The Bungalow has a wall A.C. and portable floor heater.
Spanish Hacienda and Hollywood Loft have central htg/A.C.
DOES IT HAVE A PRIVATE YARD AREA?
The Spanish Hacienda and Hollywood Loft have their own private fenced in back yards in a woodsy setting
DOES IT HAVE A VIEW?
The Spanish Hacienda and Hollywood Loft have over sized windows w/ breathtaking mtn. views
HOW MANY PEOPLE DOES THE KITCHEN TABLE SEAT?
The Hawaiian Hut 2, Bungalow 3, Spanish Hacienda and Hollywood Loft 4.
DOES IT HAVE A FLAT PANEL TV?
The Hawaiian Hut 37″, Bungalow 50″, Spanish Hacienda 37", and Hollywood Loft 50".
DO YOU HAVE WIFI?
We have free Wifi (computer DSL wireless)
DO YOU HAVE A SAFE?
There is a free reprogrammable electronic digital safe in each unit
ARE THEY FURNISHED?
Each unit is fully furnished in theme decor. The Hawaiian Hut in a Tropical Hawaiian theme, the Bungalow in a country cottage shabby chic theme, Spanish Hacienda in a Mexican/Spanish theme, and Hollywood Loft in a modern Hollywood biz theme. All units have custom faux painting and Saltillo tile flooring.
IS HOUSEKEEPING PROVIDED DURING MY STAY?
We do not provide maid service or replenish housekeeping items during your stay. This is how we keep our rates low for you and also respect your privacy. Cleaning supplies are provided for your use below bathroom and kitchen cabinets.
You may request housekeeping under our "Special Services" at the same rate as your initial booking.
HOW MANY PEOPLE WILL IT SLEEP?
Since we do not know the ages of the guests or your sleeping arrangements, it is for you to determine. Each unit has a queen bed with memory foam top mattress and the following in the living room:
- The Hawaiian Hut and Bungalow have a twin sofabed
- Spanish Hacienda a twin/full futon
- Hollywood Loft a queen sofa bed.
DOES IT HAVE A BATHTUB?
All unit have a 3/4 bathroom which means a shower, but no tub.
DOES IT HAVE A HAIR DRYER?
All units have a wall hair dryer
DOES IT HAVE A KITCHEN?
All units have a "kitchenette." They all have a bar or apt. size refrigerator/freezer, double burner hotplate, grill, toaster, microwave oven, coffeemaker, and kitchen wares.
HOW BIG IS THE REFRIGERATOR?
The Hawaiian Hut has a 3/4 size refrigerator/freezer
The Bungalow, Spanish Hacienda and Hollywood Loft have a bar size refrigerator/freezer.
CAN I VIEW THE RENTALS BEFORE I BOOK?
Property is available for exterior viewing by appointment only. Interior guest house viewing available between guests only, in respect for guest privacy.WHAT IS THE PRICE? ARE THERE TAXES? HIDDEN COSTS? DISCOUNTS? CLEANING FEE? EXTRA GUEST FEE?
See rental unit details for per night price. Prices are based on up to double occupancy. Extra guests are $10 person per night. Children under 5 and pets are free (see “pet deposit.”) Prices are less than a government per diem, perfect for extended stay business travelers, relocating employees, entertainment industry clients, or any other purpose. It is a cost-saving alternative to hotels or corporate housing chains. There are no taxes or hidden costs.
Pets are free (see “pet deposit.”)
No discounts are offered so do not ask! The units are so reasonably priced that we often have to turn guests away!
HOW DO I BOOK/MAKE A RESERVATION?
Check with us re: availability prior to making your reservation. To secure a reservation, you must provide an advance non-refundable payment in full for the # of nights you are reserving. Your cleaning fee, security deposit, and any other fees/deposits (pet deposit, extra guest fees, etc) must be included.
WHAT ARE MY PAYMENT OPTIONS?
Zelle
The advantage of Zelle is the 6% credit card handling fee is waived. Download your Zelle app on your phone.
Send money to email address: cheriwoods1@yahoo.com
Cash
In person: Contact us to schedule an appointment to come into our L.A. office to book your reservation.
Last minute: Guests are welcome, but there is no guarantee as to availability if you do not book in advance.
Paypal
Go to website: Paypal.com for an instant reservation and confirmation. You do not need to join PayPal to pay.
Deposit funds into PayPal account: cheriwoods1@yahoo.com. Payment must be made under "Goods and Services."
The following payment must be included:
Total amount of $ for # of nights/weeks/months you are booking
One time cleaning fee
Refundable security deposit.
If applicable: refundable pet deposit, additional guest per night fee
6% handling fee of total amount above.
(Do not forget to include this fee, or you will be charged an additional 6% handling fee to submit this fee in a separate payment!)
Under Paypal payment comment section, include the following information:
Rental unit name
Booking dates
# of nights
# of guests
Include your email address and cell phone #.
If you have any questions as to the amount due, contact us prior to submitting payment, as there is a 6% handling fee for each separate Paypal payment!
Credit Card
Contact us with your email address so we can email you a credit card payment invoice to complete online through our secure credit card processor Paypal.
The following payment must be included:
* Total amount of $ for # of nights/weeks/months you are booking
* $50 cleaning fee
* $100 Refundable security deposit.
* If applicable: $100 refundable pet deposit, $10 per additional guest per night fee
Include the following information with your payment:
* Rental unit name
* Booking dates
* Number of nights
* Number of guests
* Include your email address and cell phone number
WHAT ABOUT THE RULES?
All of our rules are based on common sense and common courtesy. Guests are provided a "Check-out check list" in each unit to insure their check-out is a smooth one.
WHAT IF I VIOLATE THE RULES?
Guests are “lodgers” not “tenants” and agree to abide by all terms/rules set forth.
Owner/management reserves the right to refuse or terminate lodging with no advance notice and no refund in the event guest(s) become nit-picking, disruptive, unruly, problematic, demanding, violent or threatening to others. Guests hold owner/management harmless against any legal actions.
Following the walk-through, missing and/or damaged items and violations of the rules will be subject to fees deducted from your security deposit.
HOW DO I GET IN? HOW DO I GET THE KEY? DOES SOMEONE MEET US THERE?
We provide guests easy and convenient "self check-in" to the unit through our electronic keypad locks. The code will be emailed to you 24 hrs. prior to your arrival.
WHAT TIME IS CHECK-IN/CHECK-OUT
With our self check-in, you may check-in as early as 3:00 PM. Check-out is no later than 11:00 AM. A Checklist is provided in your information booklet to ensure return of security deposit and avoiding extra charges:
DO YOU HAVE ADA/SPECIAL NEEDS ACCESSIBLE/DISABLED/DISABILITY/ HANDICAPPED UNITS?
Since this hillside property has exterior steps to access the units, we would not recommend it.
DOES IT HAVE LAUNDRY FACILITIES?
It has an onsite shared coin laundry. The office can provide you change in quarters for U.S. dollars for coin machines.
You can also purchase laundry pods and fabric softener sheets from our onsite office store. Do not hang clothes outside in common areas!
IS THERE A MINIMUM STAY REQUIRED?
No.
WHAT ABOUT LOST AND FOUND ITEMS?
We can hold items in our Woodland Hills/Calabasas office for up to 30 days for pick up, but do not mail lost items. They are donated to charity.
CAN I GET MAIL THERE?
USPS does not deliver mail to non-residents. Mail may be left at the gate through a delivery service (UPS, Fed. Ex, etc.) but we will not sign for it or accept responsibility.
IS THERE FREE/DESIGNATED/ON-SITE/COVERED PARKING?
Free street parking provided in front of our property. There are no meters, restrictions, or parking fees. If all spaces are taken, park on our side of the street.
ARE PETS/DOGS/CATS ALLOWED?
Pets are welcome upon approval. Certain dog breed restrictions due to liability issues. We can refer non-allowed pets to a local pet resort. Never leave small pets unattended outdoors in the early morning hours or after dusk, as coyotes roam the area. If you are staying in the Spanish Hacienda or Hollywood Loft, do not leave pets in the back yard alone on Thursday mornings, the day the gardener comes. No additional pets permitted without pre-approval. $100 refundable pet deposit required.
DO YOU TAKE CREDIT CARDS?
Contact us with your email address so we can email you a credit card payment invoice to complete online through our secure credit card processor Paypal.
IS THE HOST, CHERI WOODS, THE SAME ACTRESS/CELEBRITY AUTHOR OF BOOK "DEATH ROW MADAM" WHO WAS MARRIED TO STEVIE WOODS?
Yes! If Cheri's in town, you can meet her if you stay in one of her Woodland Hills/Calabasas estate guest houses. There's also a chance she may pop by the West Hollywood property. You can order Cheri’s autobiography “Death Row Madam: Exposing sex and drugs in the entertainment industry” for $24.95 plus $4.95 S & H or purchase it directly at the West Hollywood apts "Cheri Amour" or the Woodland Hills/Calabasas estate "Woods Resort" for only $25. Cheri will be happy to autograph it for you, if she is there!
CAN I TOUR CHERI'S PRIVATE HOME/RESIDENCE/MAIN HOUSE?
If Cheri is in town, she will give you a private tour of her home known as "Woods resort" located in the Woodland Hills/Calabasas area of the San Fernando Valley. Enter “Planet CheriWoods” which provides a spectacular display of Cheri’s fascinating life and personal collection of Hollywood celebrity memorabilia which spans over 40 years of her life as a Hollywood insider. Tours are by appointment only. $25 per person.