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Beautiful beach cottage w/ ocean views, yard+outdoor living

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Outdoor dining
2 bedrooms, internet, bed sheets
TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Dining

Reviews

8.0 out of 10

Very good

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6134 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Beautiful beach cottage w/ ocean views, yard+outdoor living

Dana Point Parkside Cottage

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This quiet Dana Point classic is a great house in a great little neighborhood. Recently renovated, with great attention to its design and details, it has beautiful wood floors and lots of enormous windows to let the classic California sunshine in so this home feels light and airy. City of Dana Point Permit #ST21-1203.

Your front yard is Sunset Park with a playground and an ocean view beyond. Sit on the front porch and enjoy watching the sunset, all while the children enjoy safe places to play at the playground or in the beautiful back yard.

This cottage is only minutes from all the best beaches, shopping, and recreation southern California has to offer. It’s location halfway between Los Angeles and San Diego makes 1-day trips to Los Angeles (Universal Studios, Dodger Stadium, Beverly Hills, Hollywood), Anaheim (Disneyland, Anaheim Stadium) and San Diego (Sea World, San Diego Zoo) very doable.

You may want to stay at the cottage and take advantage of the recently renovated, fully equipped kitchen and a beautifully decorated backyard with top of the line teak furniture for al fresco dining anytime.

The dining table has a great distant view of the sunset reflecting on the ocean, and the sun pours in in the morning to make a delightful beginning to the day. It is next to a spacious living room, which is separate from the family room, where the TV is. You may find this to be a great place for finding your calm or just reflecting on your life or what matters to you.

There is also a new, fabulously appointed large patio and a garden with a really nice barbecue off the family room where you can enjoy your meals and entertain if the mood strikes you, or just sink into a chair, put your feet up, and get lost in a book.

There is an epic collection of DVD's (action, adventure, documentary, romantic comedy, kid-friendly), books, (for all ages) and a variety of board games. This family room is separate from the living room so kids and adults can do different things without disturbing one another.

You may be tempted to never leave the property, but remember you're within a mile or two of some of the greatest beaches in California and also the Dana Point Harbor. You'll find plenty of things to do no matter what your taste or mood - golf, tennis, surfing, sport fishing, or sitting on the beach reading – all waiting for you to decide and go for it.

There are two bedrooms with queen beds and a TV room with a queen pull out sofa. This home sleeps six comfortably. There are two baths, one in the house and the other off the patio that is easily accessible.

There's a Trader Joe's down the street along with restaurants and movie theaters. Costco is 10 minutes away. San Juan Capistrano, San Clemente, Laguna Beach, and Newport Beach are just minutes away if you want to go exploring other areas.

This can be your new home away from home. Imagine great happy hours, stellar sunsets, and endless days relaxing on the beach. It’s Classic Southern California living in a Classic California cottage. Life is good here!

THINGS TO KNOW
No Smoking on the property - NO EXCEPTIONS (this is inside and outside the property).
Fireplace is non-operational.
This house (like most in the area) DOES NOT have air conditioning.
This home is located in a quiet neighborhood and is only suitable for quieter groups. Our rental agreement includes a no tolerance policy regarding excessive noise, occupancy and/or parties. Deposit forfeitures and/or evictions are strictly enforced. Please make sure you are comfortable with these policies before renting with SB.

If you are bringing a dog on your trip, the pet fee is already included in your quote when selecting ‘Yes’ to pets. If you would like to add more dogs, please contact us. The pet fee is per stay and ranges between $150 and $200, depending on the bedroom count, and will apply for each additional dog.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 2 vehicles.



Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

Property manager

Vacasa of California

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach

Internet

  • Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage
  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Free toiletries
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Yard
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • Near a hospital
  • Near outlet shopping
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 1440 sq ft (134 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: Dogs only. Max of 2.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

64197

About the neighborhood

Map
Capistrano Beach, CA

What's nearby

  • Capistrano Beach Park - 5 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Dana Point Harbor - 5 min drive - 4.3 km
  • The Coach House - 6 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Mission San Juan Capistrano - 6 min drive - 7.5 km
  • Doheny State Beach - 11 min drive - 5.3 km

Getting around

  • San Juan Capistrano Depot - 11 min drive
  • John Wayne Airport (SNA) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪A's Burgers - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Kawamata Seafood - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Sunsets Bar & Grill - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Coach House - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful beach cottage w/ ocean views, yard+outdoor living pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful beach cottage w/ ocean views, yard+outdoor living?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful beach cottage w/ ocean views, yard+outdoor living?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful beach cottage w/ ocean views, yard+outdoor living located?

Located in Capistrano Beach, this cottage is within 2 mi (3 km) of Saddleback Memorial Medical Center, The Sea Caves, and Capistrano Beach Park. Doheny State Beach and Shorecliffs Golf Club are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Beautiful beach cottage w/ ocean views, yard+outdoor living Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 29 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 29 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 29 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 29 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 29 reviews" "

7.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kristin H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location, Great Amenities, Great Stay!
The house is located in excellent proximity to highway, grocery, beach, dining, etc. The neighborhood is very peaceful (we sat out every night in the backyard and rarely heard any sounds at all!). The kitchen has a TON of equipment if you are keen to cook any of your own meals. Beds were comfortable, fold out sofa was fine (fold out sofas are what they are). Dining table is amazing and was the central hub for our stay. Wifi works great, parking is easy. Driveway is steep, but we were able to park in the garage making unloading easy. Park across the street was lovely. We had no real issues at all and I would absolutely stay here again if needed!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Mike W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place
The house was clean and orderly. We loved the big backyard! The driveway needs to have the adjacent shrubbery trimmed. This will make it safer to drive the car up and down the driveway. The location was convenient and was close to the beaches, harbor, restaurants, and the I-5!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Darla L.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

William & Cheryl B., Ontario CA, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great outdoor space.
We love to cook together and the backyard patio and bbq made it easy to enjoy the outdoors. The view of the ocean from the dining/living room was beautiful. Peaceful and quiet neighborhood.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Corey T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful
Great place to congregate
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

2/10 Terrible

James H.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Will never use VRBO/Vacasa again
We vacated this property after less than 30 minutes and are now dealing with horrendous customer support in receiving a refund from Vacasa. Upon entering the home, we immediately smelled an unclean odor that made it hard to breathe. We then noticed bugs that looked like cockroaches around the window sills in the bathroom and living areas. In the backyard space, there was animal waste left on the property. All the furniture pieces had stains on them that smelled of animal urine and were unsafe to sit on. Throughout the house, there are signs stating that the plumbing in the house is not good and guests will be charged for any plumbing issues that occur. Further, the trash bins were completely overfilled making it impossible to even utilize the bins were we to stay. We immediately called customer support for VRBO and for Vacasa, stating the unsanitary conditions of the home, and shared the voluminous photos we took of the cockroaches, stains, and animal waste, then booked a different property in Newport Beach via a different service. Again, we did not stay at the property for longer than 30 minutes though we had booked for a full week. We have asked for an immediate refund to which Vacasa and VRBO have been ignoring our calls, and are taking necessary steps to ensure not only that we are refunded but that this property is delisted until it is safe for people to use.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Casey G., Laguna Niguel

Liked: Cleanliness
Adorable
A very quaint property with a great backyard. The 2nd bedroom is not in the house but located in the garage. Some of the windows don't lock. With that said we loved our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Dana Point Cottage
Great location and the house has good bones but does need some tender loving care. Great backyard and beautiful park across the street for kids and dogs. Backyard is need of a hose with a nozzle to keep the area clean.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Raphaelle C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good but needs updating
The good: excellent water pressure, plenty of parking, huge yard for dogs, plenty of towels, white bedding. The bad: This is NOT a two bathroom house! There is a second bathroom jerry-rigged into the back of the garage. Come on! No one is using that. The place was clean but is in dire need of a deep clean - appliances are very old and need de scaling etc. Plates are chipped, there are strangely no teaspoons. Furniture is mis-matched and very dated/dingy. There is also too much of it and every surface has tchotchkes on it so it's hard to find a place to set your personal items down - less would definitely be more. This place desperately needs a re-fresh. Then it would be fantastic.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ginger E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Location, location, location
Perfect bungalow, perfect backyard, perfect location!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Human/Doggie Heaven!
Loved the location/view. It was just what we needed. Puppies loved the back yard and low windows to look out! Would live here if we could!
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Jennifer A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice clean house.
The house was clean and the bedding was very comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

4/10 Poor

Beth D.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Please read before booking
I unfortunately booked this home before it had any reviews. Note this is an old home with not many upgrades. Listing shows 2 bathrooms. "Accessible off the backyard " but it does not mention that you need to go outside or thru the garage to get to it. Main bathroom shower is hung very low. I'm 5'5" and have to duck under the shower head. Some Kitchen cabinet doors and drawers do not stay closed on it's own. Dishwasher has major lime scale and does not look clean at all. Windows are very old and unpainted. Some doors do not close properly. The mattresses are ok as in comfort, but quite dirty. Only upside to the home is the location. Otherwise we did not feel comfortable or clean staying here. We did not enjoy our stay at all and I do not recommend this home.
Stayed 16 nights in Feb 2022

6/10 Okay

Gail M.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Uncomfortable home
Location was good, home was old and smelled musty. Mattresses were terrible, mildew around tub and shower. Home needs a deep cleaning. Checked out a day early because it was uncomfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021