Cabin in the Sky

Escape to Fernwood, Topanga, where canyon views, soaring hawks, and treetop eagles set the scene for a serene romantic retreat. This enchanting guesthouse blends vintage cabin charm with modern amenities, creating a cozy hideaway in the Santa Monica Mountains. Enjoy cooler mountain air, breathtaking views, and easy access to Topanga State Park, three nearby state parks, and the beaches of Malibu and the Pacific Coast.

Tucked into the peaceful hills of Fernwood in Topanga, this enchanting guesthouse feels like a world away from Los Angeles—yet the beach is just a scenic drive away.

Wake up to breathtaking canyon and Santa Monica Mountain views, with hawks and eagles soaring through the treetops. Inside, vintage cabin charm meets modern comfort, creating a romantic and restorative retreat for couples, solo travelers, and nature lovers.

Topanga’s famously serene setting offers cooler mountain temperatures, fresh air, and an immersive connection to nature. Spend your days exploring Topanga State Park and nearby state parks, hiking canyon trails, discovering local art and restaurants, or heading down to the beaches of Malibu and the Pacific Coast.

Whether you're looking for a romantic Topanga getaway, a peaceful nature retreat, or a unique Los Angeles escape, this cozy guesthouse invites you to slow down, breathe deeply, and enjoy the magic of the mountains.

When you arrive, you can park in the driveway in front of the gate which is your entrance door to the guesthouse.
We do ask that you do not wander to other dwellings on the property to respect our neighbors privacy or other guests in the main house.

You can take Lyft and Uber and we have a parking space here for you.

THINGS TO BE AWARE OF:
When you book your stay with us, every stay gives back. In partnership with Kind Traveler, your stay results in a $1 per night donation to support Wolf Connection. Wolf Connection’s mission is to transform lives through reciprocal relationships between wolves and humans. Through our community impact program, every $1 you contribute will go directly to supporting Wolf Connection. Additionally, Nonpareil Stays will match every $1 donated to the cause.

• All guests will be asked to complete their registration with an online check-in form and ID verification to ensure a safe stay for all guests and is required for property access. You will be sent a digital guidebook as well.
• The cleaning fee of $425 is included in reservation total.
• Pet fee ($165 /stay) is an additional charge
• This private home doesn't have bins large enough for excess trash that may accumulate during a stay. If you have a large gathering, catering, shopping that generates excessive trash that doesn't fit into the city's containers/bins, the guest is responsible for the additional charge to dispose of the trash. Photo documentation will be submitted and an additional fee of $230 charged to the guest.
• Any personal items left on premises post-checkout by guests will be subject to a $50 convenience fee for returning (via USPS, UPS and/or Fed-x)
• Guests are PROHIBITED from taking any photos or videos on the property or in the house that are to be used for commercial purposes, including subscriber content for social media, without the host's prior consent.
• We enforce a strict ban on parties of large groups as per the city of LA's law. However, we will consider small gatherings with pre-approval.As with all of Topanga, phone access can be limited. Most people have not had issues with AT&T and Verizon, although we can not guarantee service. We do have wi-fi!

There are stairs on our property that are shown in the photos.
There are a number of wonderful festivals in Topanga that we recommend coming here for!

Reggae on the Mountain
Topanga Days
Topanga Open Studios
Annual Topanga Film Festival
Topanga Film Festival
Topanga Banjo Fiddle Contest and Folk Festival
Malibu Bloody Mary Festival
Malibu Festival
Malibu Coast Music Festival
Santa Monica Jazz Festival
Santa Monica Seafood Festival
The Topanga Vintage Market
Concerts on the Green
Movies on the Green
Dia de Los Muertos Festival
Leimert Park: Juneteenth Festival
Echo Park: Lotus Festival
And much more in LA!

No smoking, no candles, or open outside fires. Topanga is at high risk for fires.

No parties are allowed at the property.