3/2 Kid-Friendly House with Giant Treehouse π‘ and Home Gym ποΈ
House β’ Castaic CA United States
8 Guests
3 Bedrooms
6 Beds
2 Bathrooms
6 Car spaces
Primary home
Exchange types accepted
Simultaneous
Non-Simultaneous
Non-Reciprocal & Globe
Hospitality
Statistics
Listed December 2022
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General Overview
Beautiful craftsman themed Castaic home perfect for traveling families. The home features new floors, tasteful paint, new beds & remodeled kitchen. Located close to the fwy (30 sec drive) but with no fwy noise.
PERFECT home for families with kids traveling on the 5 fwy who'd like to avoid sketchy hotels. VERY kid friendly. Cheaper & more comfortable than hotels with kids.
The house has additionally been equipped with a Water Filter System. Every faucet and shower has clean, chemical and odor-free water.
The Space
Cribs, high chairs, pack n' plays, toys...we've got it all. Additionally, there is a large custom tree-house in the backyard. It's every child's dream fort with a giant twisty slide, 2 swings and fun obstacle "ninja warrior" mini- course.
People come to our area to visit major Los Angeles attractions. But accommodations inside LA proper aren't typically kid-friendly. We are right next to Castaic Lake and Magic Mountain.
Guest Access
Our home is a single-story home that shares a space with a separate tiny home (https://peoplelikeus.world/en/properties/12840). Depending on the schedule, there may be Airbnb / VBRO guests near. These guests have their own entrance and there are no shared spaces. But the other guests will park in front of the main home.
Notes
We have an american mastiff puppy that we will likely board when we leave town.
The entire property is NO smoking. Even in the backyard. If you are a heavy smoker - this isn't the place for you. The odor lingers on clothes and belongings and my oldest son is highly sensitive to strong odors.
Additionally, we kindly ask you don't bring diffusers. The scents are too strong and the oils have previously damaged our woodworking and linens.
Features
Washer
Dishwasher
Clothes dryer
Oven
Microwave
Coffee machine
Fridge
Iron
Hair dryer
Heating
Air conditioning
TV
WiFi
High Speed Internet
Bathtub
First aid kit
Wheelchair accessible
Smoke alarms
Fire extinguisher
Bed sheets
Towels
Workspace
Fireplace
Home cinema
Toys
Gym
Sauna
BBQ
Pool
Hot tub
Balcony
Garden / yard
Deck / patio / courtyard / terrace
Covered porch / verandah
Kosher home
Meat-free kitchen
Gated community
EV Home Charger
Bikes
Camping gear
Kayak
Tennis court
Standup paddleboard
House Rules
Suitable for infants under 2
Suitable for children ages 2-12
Pets not allowed
No smoking
Allergens
Carpet free
Smoke free
Fragrance free
Dates of Availability
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Neighbourhood
Our home is in Northern Los Angeles county and minutes from the world-famous Six Flags Magic Mountain.
2 minutes to Castaic Lake
9 minutes to Magic Mountain
10 minutes to Valencia / Santa Clarita / Newhall
20 minutes to Piru
30-45 minutes to Hollywood
40 minutes to LAX Airport
45 minutes to Universal Studios
40 -45 minutes to Ventura Beach (our favorite clean beach)
60 minutes to Disneyland
Getting to my home
Our home is off the Interstate 5 freeway / Lake Hughes Exit. Best accessible by car. There is no close public transportation.
Nearest airport
45 minutes to LAX (depending on time)
35 minutes to Burbank Airport
Map of Approximate Location
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Premium
Brendie
The Heter family is a loving and adventurous group. Noah works in construction and Brendie is a teacher at a private Christian academy. They have four children and our family mission statement is : Love God. Serve Others. Have fun.
I'm new to this community and working hard to make connections and create adventures for my young family.
Our traveling ability is currently limited to North America. BUT one day.... when baby's and school schedules become easier.... we want to explore everywhere!
Our Tiny Home is open for smaller groups with enough notice. Our main residence is more family-friendly and we would consider exchanging for a simultaneous adventure as well.
"We have family in Anchorage and we've always wanted a white Christmas! Our home in WARM southern California would be available!"
Dates Flexible
"We are hoping for a summer 2026 exchange in the Virgin Islands anywhere near the National Park! My family is trying to visit as many as possible with our young children!"
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The kids room has 3-single twin beds, lego bricks and books.
Master bedroom has an attached bathroom en suite for privacy.
A giant custom tree house with a 10-foot slide is every child's dream! Rope swings, rock climbing challenges and more to keep your young traveler outside and entertained. The inside of the treehouse is insulated with windows and electricity.
Beautiful mountain views while watching the kids play in the tree house!
Home gym located in the backyard with air conditioning, weights, stationary bike, television and ab machine.
From thrilling water slides to play areas for the kids, Six Flags Hurricane Harbor LA has something for all ages. We love taking our kids here in the summer because there really is something for everyone. Check out all the ride options by the link below:
https://www.sixflags.com/hurricaneharborla/things-to-do/all-rides
We are 9 minutes from world-famous Six Flags Magic Mountain and Hurricane Harbor. People come from all over the world to ride our rollercoasters and enjoy the southern California weather.
We live directly next to Castaic Lake. Park activities include boating, world class fishing, hiking, walking, horseback riding, wakeboarding, jet-skiing, camping, picnicking, kayaking, sailing, plus simply enjoying nature and the great outdoors.
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Castaic Lake State Recreation Area is a reservoir of the State Water Project. It is one of the Project's largest recreational lakes and the terminal of its west branch. The site includes 29 miles of shoreline. A major attraction is the 425-foot tall Castaic Dam.
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Castaic Lake has two bodies of water. Lower lake is for non-power boating and canoeing. Swimming season on lower lake runs from mid-May to mid-September. Upper lake is for sailing, power boating, water and jet skiing, and fishing. The lake is stocked with bass, trout and catfish. Boat rentals and a tackle bait shop are available.
We are 9 minutes from world-famous Six Flags Magic Mountain and Hurricane Harbor. People come from all over the world to ride our rollercoasters and enjoy the southern California weather.