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Classic California Beach House on Catalina Island

Vacation home near Catalina Island Golf Course in Avalon

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Property grounds
Smart TV, DVD player
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior detail
2 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Avalon, CA
  • Place, Catalina Island Museum
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Catalina Island Visitor Center
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Catalina Island Golf Course
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Avalon, CA (AVX-Catalina)
    ‪27 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Avalon

Close to the beach.Within a 5-minute walk of the vacation home, you'll find Catalina Island Museum and Catalina Island Medical Center. Catalina Island Visitor Center and Avalon Pier are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Catalina Island Museum - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Catalina Island Visitor Center - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Avalon Port - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Catalina Island Golf Course - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Catalina Casino - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Avalon, CA (AVX-Catalina) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Descanso Beach Club - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Pancake Cottage - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Catalina Island Brew House - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Bluewater Avalon - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Luau Larry's - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

Classic California Beach House on Catalina Island

Catalina Island known as the island of romance is the perfect choice for visitors looking to escape and experience the warmth of a small-town in a fun island destination. Catalina has a year-round Mediterranean climate with warm sunny days and cool evening breezes. Fun activities include scuba, diving, snorkeling, kayaking, fishing, horseback riding, golf, parasailing, shopping, or just relaxing on the beach.

Our Catalina home is a wonderfully warm and sunny cottage just 2 blocks from the beach, shops, boating, and other entertainment. It is located on “the flats” in the center of town for an easy walk to all destinations. It has 2 bedrooms, 1.5 baths and sleeps up to 4 people. The home is decorated with a cheerful Catalina/beach theme. The home is available for a two night quick get-away for an extended rejuvenation stay.






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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car not required

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Optional golf privileges
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM

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 are welcome
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 deadbolt lock
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Classic California Beach House on Catalina Island to the airport?

This vacation home is 10.1 mi (24-min drive) away from the Avalon, CA (AVX-Catalina) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Classic California Beach House on Catalina Island have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Classic California Beach House on Catalina Island to the beach?

This vacation home is 1.4 mi (5-min drive) from Hamilton Beach and 6.7 mi (24-min drive) from Bannings Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Classic California Beach House on Catalina Island offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Classic California Beach House on Catalina Island?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home, but Catalina Casino (13-min walk) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Classic California Beach House on Catalina Island?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Classic California Beach House on Catalina Island?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Classic California Beach House on Catalina Island have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Classic California Beach House on Catalina Island have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Classic California Beach House on Catalina Island to downtown Avalon?

This vacation home is 0.2 mi away from Avalon.

Reviews

Classic California Beach House on Catalina Island Reviews

8.2

Very Good

9.0/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 50 out of 93 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 22 out of 93 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 93 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 93 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 93 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Tracie B.

Liked: Cleanliness
House is nice. The back bedroom has a mattress that is as hard as concrete. I mentioned this 2 years ago when we stayed at home and was told mattresses were new. Miscommunication somehow but made for 4 nights of rough sleep. It’s a shame because other than it being warm with no A/C it’s the perfect house for our annual trip
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Darling Cottage that always delivers

Check in was very simple, and there are no complicated checking out requirements. The cottage's owner is instantly responsive to any and all needs, and the house is perfectly situated close to the beach and Von's. We stay here year after year, and are always enchanted with the charm and historical background of the cottage. It is not for the fancy traveler, but it is perfect for someone who wants clean, comfortable and charming housing close to the action but still in the convenient flats of Avalon. The kitchen has all major appliances, and there is laundry.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elyse K.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Rick E.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Catalina Cheap

We wanted something close to the wedding venue and did not realize since we had not been to Catalina for many years it was really close to Main St NOISY Busy streetPROS Cheaper thank most, close to grocery store, owner was quick to answer questions, beach, Catalina express all within 10 min walk. Loved the very old charm of it and it had a History plaque with good info if you like history from the 1912's CONS: NO AC, Got hot midday off a very busy street lots of other VrBO's, so everyone would walk by and totally see inside very very small and different set up for the sleeps at least 4 could be 6 if you had 2 couples. We have 2 couples a baby and a dog. Almost looked like a shotgun house. Bedroom in the back with a full bathroom and a back door so you can if need do your laundry as well and use the back entrance. Otherwise you have to walk thru the bedroom to get to the front areas Most of the lights we not working they had to add lighting. No Fan in the very small living room, NO PREMIUM TV Channels and the internet kept buffering. Hard to understand TV set up with 3 remotes NO outside lite on front porch Light Toilets not cleaned very good rust on the bottom shower had soap ceiling Refrigerator was not very cold Beds were not very comfortable. Bunkbeds on the floor writings of people who were there
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Choncho B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Just like when we were kids

Convenient location. Needs some updating but comfortable
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nadine D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Location

Good value
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Comfy cottage

This was definitely a comfortable place for us to stay. The walkability to Casino Point was pretty easy even when transporting a lot of scuba gear.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristen H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place to stay!

I can’t say enough about this place. It was such a great experience! We were just steps away from everything in Avalon. Steps away from the shops, restaurants, and harbor. I was actually shocked how easy it was to navigate around, and we had a fun time meeting some of the locals. With that being said, if you’re looking for a Ritz Carlton experience this is not the place for you. If you’re looking for an authentic experience in Catalina then I highly recommend this place. It is over 100 years old with a cozy cool beach cottage vibe. Don’t forget to read about the interesting history, which is on the wall of the entrance. It was a great trip, and I hope to come back again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Pat R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Catalina weekend

Very nice, Excellent location!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Ashley V.

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane K., San Diego

Liked: Cleanliness

Girls' Week

The house is just as described and the location is perfect. Everything is within walking distance. We would definitely consider staying here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erick H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Dive into Avalon like a Local

Easy access to all Avalon has to offer. We walked to casino point to scuba dive from shore, walk to the pier to board the dive boat, and then to the marlin club for post dive cocktails.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute beach cottage

It was a perfect size for our stay. It was great to have rooms, a kitchen & living room to hang out in after a day at the beach. Walking distance to just about everything not far from the beach or Grocery store at all.TV was not working for us we ended up renting movies from the library.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Ron M.

little house lots of fun

don"t expect more than what it is.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

reyna r.

Liked: Cleanliness

Birthday relaxation for mom

It is a cute house and the location was great. We are older women and not having air conditioning was a bit hard on us. Even with the open windows and fans it was not cool enough. However, had I been younger I do not think it would have been a big deal. It was nice to have two bathrooms. In the evenings after hiking and shopping around normally we like to watch TV but the house does not offer any streaming services. We could not really figure out how to make it work so that we can have a little bit of Netflix or similar. So we mostly watch regular TV channels. Overall we had a good time and certainly loved the location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Kim B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Historical property

Very close to town. Historical property with a great bit of information on the wall. Great for a family. For the amount of the cleaning deposit I found hair in the shower & dirty floors. I would stay ther
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane` B., Victorville, Ca

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Stay thank you

Bright my mom out for mother's day weekend & enjoyed it. The house was great & perfect Location close to everything Would definitely stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Syd H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful RCM!

The property was great. The location excellent. I would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Mrs Sonia

Very cute cottage. I”m looking forward to be there again
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christopher S., Hawthorne Nv.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing home

Great place for family or 2 couples. Perfect location. Quiet neighborhood.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathy J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute Catalina Cottage

This quirky and darling beach cottage is the perfect location. Close to the beach and near Von’s on Catalina Island. With fans on and windows open we were quite comfortable. We love this home and return to it year after year.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

The best way to do Avalon

This charming house was so perfect for our two night stay. Location is ideal, home was clean and Deborah was extremely kind and accommodating. We look forward to coming back soon.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute, Funky (in a good way!) Beach Cabin

We loved our stay at Catalina Avenue. The house is just as we expected for an older beach cabin. The house was cozy but had plenty of room for us and the owner was very accommodating. The check in was super easy, with a lock box on the front door. They do need to replace the kitchen smoke alarm; it started beeping on the day we were to leave. Also, we could not get the microwave to work. Thank you for making our stay so enjoyable.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

6/10 Okay

Oliver T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Decent place in town

Decent place, small but cozy. The floor in the middle section is slanted a bit strangely giving you an uneasy feeling. Downside is there is no AC. I stayed here during a September heatwave and had to open all the windows, blast the fans and put wet towels on myself to stay cool.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

6/10 Okay

the place church D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Catalina Hot visit

No venation in cabin, electrical outlets were not useful, need extension cord, many of the lights did not work., no bulbs or not plugged in. Nosey, sounded like people were walking on the roof, but they were next store. Good location. Clean, enough room for the three of us.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022