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A California Dream Escape

Cottage near South Coast Plaza in Costa Mesa

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Terrace/patio
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
TV, fireplace

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace
  • Pet friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Costa Mesa, CA
  • Place, Upper Newport Bay Nature Preserve
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Orange County Fairgrounds
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Orange Coast College
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Orange County, CA (SNA-John Wayne)
    ‪5 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Costa Mesa

East Side Costa Mesa stay.Your stay at this East Side Costa Mesa cottage places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Orange County Fairgrounds and Orange Coast College. The LAB Antimall and Lyon Air Museum are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • College Hospital Costa Mesa - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Upper Newport Bay Nature Preserve - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Orange County Fairgrounds - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Costa Mesa Farmers' Market - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Orange Coast College - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • Tustin Station - 16 min drive
  • John Wayne Airport (SNA) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Salty Horse - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Hola Adios Coffeeshop - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Frank's Philadelphia - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬16 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.

A California Dream Escape

Nestle in to this enchanted, fully refurbished, 1950s California dream home. Walk to Newport Beach's famous Back Bay, drive just 15 minutes to Disneyland or 3 miles to the best beaches in the area! Enjoy all the perks of a quiet and family friendly neighborhood, dine at one of the many local eateries, and escape into your private, fully fenced yard!

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Internet access

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
  • 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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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.

Frequently asked questions

How close is A California Dream Escape to the airport?

This cottage is 5.3 mi (11-min drive) away from the John Wayne Airport (SNA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does A California Dream Escape have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cottage.

How close is A California Dream Escape to the beach?

This cottage is 3.7 mi (15-min drive) from Balboa Peninsula Beaches and 4.4 mi (16-min drive) from Mother’s Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does A California Dream Escape offer free breakfast?

This cottage does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at A California Dream Escape?

No, there is no casino at this cottage.

What time is check-in at A California Dream Escape?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at A California Dream Escape?

Free parking is not available at this cottage.

Does A California Dream Escape have a pool?

This cottage does not have a pool.

Does A California Dream Escape have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cottage.

How close is A California Dream Escape to downtown Costa Mesa?

This cottage is 1.3 mi away from Costa Mesa.

Reviews

A California Dream Escape Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.2/10

Cleanliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 15 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 15 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 15 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 15 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Jim F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Host was great to work with. Unit was neat & clean. Kitchen was well equipped. Outside area was nice & enclosed which worked well for our small dog. Street parkin was an issue couple of times & required parking block away.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Morton C.

Liked: Cleanliness
The cottage was very pretty and set well. Charming, but not comfortable for four adults.One small bathroom, single sink and sunken ceramic tile shower was not safely accessible to most seniors over 65. A mid height toilet would be a plus. Each bedroom had its own negatives. A bed almost on the floor and the other so tight that my 105lb self had to approach the bed sideways. We had a great time being together but wouldn’t consider this property again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deidre S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian B.

Liked: Cleanliness

11/10/24

Nice place
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Enjoyed our stay!

We recently stayed at this charming spot and overall, it was a great experience! While the place has an older vibe, it’s incredibly comfortable, making it feel like a cozy home away from home. The outdoor setting is truly a highlight—perfect for relaxing and enjoying the scenery. The only downside was the lack of a few essential kitchen supplies, which made cooking a bit tricky at times. If they could address that, it would elevate the stay even more. However, I would definitely recommend this place for anyone looking for a peaceful retreat!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Cali Stay

It was close to my cousins house so it made it convenient. It was great for our dogs since the yard was fenced off. Kitchen was well stocked. Location was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Comfortable CA cottage

Lovely stay at this comfortable little cottage. We were here for a few days to move daughter into OCC and the location was perfect. Quiet neighborhood. Beds were comfortable. Kitchen had everything needed. Vintage feel made it unique. For those staying longer a washer/dryer could be a helpful addition.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacy S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect trip

This little place was perfect for what we were looking for. The rooms were cozy and the little outdoor area is private so we were easily able to play some board games outside. I will tag this place for future visits!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leslie V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Hidden Gem!

Quiet, private gem of a bungalow! Just lovely!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely seclusion

This was very central to everything. Near by freeways easy access. Can walk to trails at back bay a mile down. If you have bikes take them and enjoy. Lovely people and lots of awesome Restaurants. Our place was very private and had a nice yard!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Tina T.

Need new furnitures

The chair in the living area broke when we lift it up. One of the patio chair legs were old that when a member in the family sat down it bend all the way to the ground. This person only weight 130s lbs, not 200 lbs. Another outdoor chair had a big hold in the seat already cover up by a cushion. The place could use a good cleaning and check on their furniture’s inside and outside.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert B., Pacific Grove

Liked: Cleanliness

quiet and safe

very nice area to walk and a very cozy place to stay
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Atman B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute and comfortable cottage

Great location and beautiful property. Perfect cottage vibe and a true getaway in Costa Mesa. Whole family loved it and we will be back
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hayley M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute cottage

The cottage was cute and the outside area is great to hangout in. The host is very nice and responds quickly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Mitchell B.

Could be better. Tired and dated

The coziness of the images is in reality, simply a dark interior with insufficient light. The vines across the top of the cottage entry were dead, also detracting from basic features. The windows and doors do not function as well as would be expected, with a bedroom door that was very difficult to lock once open. Amenities included a coffee maker, but the 1990s coffee maker was actually found in a lower cabinet. No directions on how to use the TVs and no standard cable option. recommendations to the owner - paint the interior a light color. Improve the lighting, remodel the kitchen with new appliances, counter tops and cabinets. Improve the flooring throughout. Improve the yard area, fencing off the back half of the yard that is primarily dead grass and dirt. Upgrade your furniture and fixtures and you will be able to charge significantly more and stay full more often. Make sure toilets function perfectly. don't ever ask a guest to assemble an umbrella you just bought for the outdoor area. Trim and upgrade the landscape. Overall, take advantage of the location and upgrade the property. It will be worth it. Until then, I would not recommend anyone stay there....