As one of the last remaining American traditions surviving in a world that is overwhelmingly high-tech, the concept of a bed and breakfast dates back to the 18th century, where it was difficult for European travelers to find lodging establishments.

Many families saw this as an opportunity and began offering a bed in their homes to travelers. By the time the Great Depression arrived, bed and breakfasts were thriving.

Today, you can find a bed and breakfast just about anywhere in the United States, both in rural areas as well as in major cities, and they come in the guise of luxurious mansion-esque homes, cozy cottages and even restored schools and churches.

In the Golden State, bed and breakfasts range from boutique inns, country cottages, historic Victorian mansions and even beachfront retreats.

We put together a list of our favorite bed and breakfasts near Woodland Hills that represent the pinnacle of family-owned American charm.

Topanga Canyon Inn Bed and Breakfast, located at 20310 Callon Drive in Topanga, is the perfect rural Los Angeles area getaway experience, tucked away in an idyllic, peaceful setting in the Santa Monica Mountains surrounded by thousands of acres of Topanga State Park wilderness. This charming inn sits one mile off of busy Topanga Canyon Boulevard, about 400 feet up a private road, with greater Los Angeles, peeking over the nearby hill – this instantly creates a quiet, country-like atmosphere with no road noise, an abundance of open space, gorgeous wildlife and trails in Topanga State Park. The property itself comprises two Mediterranean-style buildings – the Casa Blanca (the white house) and the Casa Rosa (the rose-colored house) – with antique Craftsman furniture gracing the living rooms, dining rooms and some bedrooms. Guests are invited to use all of the common spaces, kitchens, balconies and decks, while the Inn offers Fig Newtons, cookies, fruit and baked snacks. Breakfast is served in the Casa Rosa dining room every day at 9 am with a second shift, when necessary, at approximately 9:30 am.

Channel Road Inn, located at 219 West Channel Road in Santa Monica, represents a luxurious take on the B&B concept, what with its inviting guest rooms, pampering amenities and more. Many rooms in this finely-crafted, historic inn offer fireplaces, balconies or a peek at the majestic Pacific Ocean, and irrespective of room, all guests enjoy warm hospitality and the aforementioned pampering in this haven by the sea. A bountiful breakfast and afternoon wine/hors d’oeuvres are just two reasons so many guests return to Channel Road Inn again and again, a majority of them coming back to a place that holds special memories and the chance to experience incredible local restaurants and attractions.

The Treehouse Bel Air, located at 795 North Beverly Glen Boulevard in Los Angeles, was established in 2016 by hoteliers with 30 years of experience consulting with luxury hotel companies and who constantly seek to redefine the significance of “luxury.” Called everything from boho-chic to boutique and cozy, The Treehouse is unique on the bed and breakfast circuit in that it’s an all-suite property, yet one exuding a high level of personal service and keen focus on guest pampering. With free parking, complimentary Wi-Fi and breakfast, The Treehouse Bel Air is redefining tranquility and comfort – all in the midst of a fabulous L.A. location.

Malibu Bella Vista B&B, located at 25786 Piuma Road in Calabasas, is a relaxing bed and breakfast situated in Malibu Canyon, five short miles from the Pacific Coast, and is part of a community called Monte Nido, Spanish for “Mountain Nest” – a perfect description for this oasis nestled on the side of the Santa Monica Mountains. The bed and breakfast is part of a ranch-style home which is family and pet-friendly, offering five rooms boasting stunning views and comfortable accommodations for an unmatched vacation experience.

California’s diverse collection of bed and breakfasts and small inns lets you find the boutique lodging that best fits your amorous style, and with this variety of lodging as varied as California itself, these cozy bed and breakfasts near Woodland Hills offer everything one could ask for in such an experience.