Villa Aurora is a Los Angeles historical landmark and artist residence. Originally built in 1927, it was home to émigré German-Jewish novelist Lion Feuchtwanger and his wife Marta. It was once a magnet for socializing among L.A.'s European émigré artists, writers and composers, including Bertolt Brecht and Thomas Mann as well as movie greats Fritz Lang and Charlie Chaplin. After undergoing restoration, Villa Aurora reopened in 1995 as an artist residence and houses Feuchtwanger Memorial Library, fostering German-American exchange in the fields of literature, music, art and film. The villa offers various cultural events during the year. Tours of the Villa arranged by appointment show the home's major rooms, the installed organ and its pipes and the front and rear patios.
Lands End is a rental property for those looking to indulge in a relaxing beach vacation. It is located on the South Strand, which is a small stretch of road that is literally at the beach. The condos are one-bedroom, with one bath and a convertible bed. They comfortably sleep four and can be rented by the week or month. Amenities include a washer and dryer on site, wi-fi, television and a full kitchen. Pets are welcome and parking is available. The ocean is just outside the front door, mere steps away from the condos. A large patio is on hand overlooking the beach, with a vending machine on-site for snacks.