House

Just doors to scenic Heisler Park’s meandering paths and iconic cove beaches.

Just doors to scenic Heisler Park’s meandering paths and iconic cove beaches.

Photo gallery for Just doors to scenic Heisler Park’s meandering paths and iconic cove beaches.

Front deck with sweeping Ocean Views
Living Room w/ wall of glass and access to front deck with Ocean Views!
Living area
Daybed with trundle for the little ones (kids only on these beds please)
Property grounds

Overview of Just doors to scenic Heisler Park’s meandering paths and iconic cove beaches.

Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4700 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Ocean view

Explore the area

Laguna Beach, CA
  • Popular LocationHeisler Park7 min walk
  • Popular LocationMain Beach12 min walk
  • Popular LocationFestival of Arts3 min drive
  • AirportOrange County, CA (SNA-John Wayne)25 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Living Room 1

2 Twin Beds

Romantic Master Bedroom w ocean view

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Just doors to scenic Heisler Park’s meandering paths and iconic cove beaches.

Springtime special, significant reductions off the nightly rate of $495! Incredible opportunity to vacation on prestigious Cliff Dr among 5M-25M single-family homes. This is a quiet, residential area yet close to Laguna Village, Heisler Park and beautiful beaches doors away. Escape the troubles of the modern world and live like the locals, where life is one long holiday. Drop your shoulders, recharge your batteries, fill your senses and your tummy, all just steps away from sand between your toes.

LagunaBeachCharmers offers close-in sweeping ocean views in a premier residential location(without partying renters through out the night), a three minute walk to beaches and a short walk to the Laguna Village, no need for a car. If any of that matters to you, then this is your place! All the other rentals on this site that are lower priced are lower priced for a reason: lessor indoor and outdoor furnishings and amenities, no beach proximity, weak or no ocean views, no convenient walkability, no convenient parking, metered, parking, and no privacy, or no city short term rental permit.

Enjoy our close-in panoramic ocean view personal deck for complete relaxation, reading, or just chillin and gazing. Or within a couple of blocks you might want to try paddleboarding, paddle yoga at Fishermans Cove or Divers Cove, or surfing, kayaking, rent scuba gear, snorkeling gear, get scuba certified, go out on scuba boat, (all available one block away), rent electric bikes, have a massage, hike the neighborhood trails, explore the tide pools, walk a block to Pavillions supermarket (with a Starbucks inside and a very upscale wine shop with amazing prices) for convenient stay-in ocean view deck dining, or shop for adult beverages or healthy indulgences: Husky Boy great burgers, Jan's for super healthy breakfast smoothies and Açaí bowls, and lunch; Reunion Kitchen dining and full bar, Asada Mexican with margaritas; Black Dot Vietnamese coffee (strong) with take out breakfast and lunch, and more, all just doors away.

Besides our sandy beaches you can tour Disneyland and Legoland, we are located between the two. After a long day put the exhausted kiddies to bed and have after-hour cocktails on our deck, enjoy our smart TV in the comfortable living room, or relax in our cozy romantic master bedrm. This 1930s cottage is tastefully furnished in coastal appropriate appointments, no “thrift shop or garage sale finds”, with panoramic ocean views on prestigious Cliff Drive. One queen bedroom with hotel linens, full bath, granite kitchen with all the amenities, and original preserved beautiful trestle beams and hardwood floors throughout. Grand living room with trundle twin beds suitable for minors, Primary bedroom, living room plus personal deck overlook the ocean. All linens provided. We have great WIFI. We provide beach chairs, towels and beach umbrellas

Walk one block to the beach and to the entrance of Heisler Park which is perched along the waves for a breathtaking short walk to the enchanting Laguna Village with restaurants of every category, high end or taco stand, and local shopkeepers. Free daily trolleys can be picked up right across the street on Coast Hwy.

WE ARE 1 of Approx 50 LEGALLY PERMITTED VACATION RENTAL BUILDINGS BY THE CITY OF LAGUNA BEACH. WE GUARANTEE YOU WILL NOT BE SHUT DOWN PRIOR TO OR DURING YOUR STAY AND FORCED TO FIND A LAST MUNUTE HOTEL. We have been a vacation rental since 1997. We book up early and quickly.

We have a strict no smoking policy on the whole property. The City of Laguna Beach also has a strict non-smoking policy everywhere in the city. This includes e-cigarettes, vaping and all other types of smoking.

Sorry we cannot accommodate pets.

We allow four people maximum overnight (2 adults, 2 minors, not suitable for four adults). Our rates are double occupancy. Please check our rates section and rules for details.

WATCH THE AMAZING DRONE VIDEO OF OUR PROPERTY BY CLICKING "VIDEO" AT THE TOP OF THE PHOTO GALLERY

We are not suitable for partying groups. Our mission is to offer a "live like a local" awesome beach vacation while at the same time being located in walk-friendly north Laguna Beach.

Do not be concerned that the property backs up to the iconic Hwy 1. It is not a traditional "highway" . It is the iconic state coastal Highway 1 / 101 that weaves up the Pacific Coast to Canada. In Laguna Beach it is just an ordinary main artery street with stop lights every couple of blocks. There is a garden courtyard buffer between the street and the cottage and the Bedroom and Living Room are on the Cliff Drive side and overlook Cliff Dr and the ocean across the street.

Laguna Beach is consistently among the top 10 beach resorts in the U.S. The Laguna Beach beach-side lifestyle is all around us, not partying groups that are so popular in our neighboring towns, but if you are coming here for a totally quiet experience our place may not for you. LagunaBeachCharmers two vacation rental cottages are for visitors looking for a vibrant beach "live like a local" escape with all the excitement and amenities of a bustling, popular, upscale Southern California beach town. At times there will be trucks, trolleys from the free trolley route we are on, occasional neighborhood construction, barking dogs, or loud motorcycles, exotic car show offs or modified exhaust cars (all whose revved up noise is forbidden in Laguna but they do it occasionally anyway), sirens or more, that pass by our cottages and by our immediate neighborhood of $5M+ homes. More than half of our guests return time and again.

Also, while we have great street parking in front of the building for eight cars, in the hot weekend months those places fill up fast with beachgoers. Please be patient and a place will open up for you usually after 5 PM until about 10 AM. Weekends are the busiest. Once you are at the cottage, unless you are taking day trips, you will rarely have to move your car as we are a "walkability" neighborhood.

Also, unusual for homes in Laguna Beach, we have installed central air-conditioning! We normally have a very mild temperature range but more and more we have occasional heat waves. We also have portable fans and ceiling fans.

If you wish to have an incredible stay and need a two bedroom, please check out our listing 310136. It's perfect for four people or a couple with two older children, but not suitable for children under seven. Or have a great great experience and book both cottages for up to 8 people.

For your safety and health concerns: we offer contactless, keyless entry. Our building is very well configurated for physical distancing. Our 3 cottages are well separated and you do not have to interact with any other guest. Only our laundry room would have 2 other possible cottages share. Our cleaning crew are well trained in sanitizing and take all necessary precautions. All bedding, duvet covers, etc, are washed at a local professional laundry with each new guest. On site we have a brand new LG washer and dryer, state of the art for high-efficiency and sanitation. These are offered complementary along with detergent for our guests.

Keywords: Cottage

Property manager

Gerri
Premier Host
Premier Host

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Ocean view

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
Maximum 2 children. Perfect for young families.

Events

No events allowed
No parties or events allowed on the property.

Pets

No pets allowed
I am sorry we cannot accommodate pets.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking anywhere on the property.
Perfect romantic getaway for two! Person booking must be at least 25 yrs of age. Not suitable for more than 2 adults + 2 minors, not for groups.
Reservation not accepted by owner until adult guests provide photo of govt ID and complete owner's rental agreement to be emailed after booking.
$225 cleaning fee. 12% Laguna bed tax. 3% surcharge on total for international cc bookings.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
Note from host: No parties or events allowed on the property.
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
Property Registration Number 2002-0300, 145450

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Laguna Beach

This cottage is located in North Laguna, a neighborhood in Laguna Beach, and is near theme parks and near the beach. Balboa Pavilion and Mission San Juan Capistrano are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Laguna Beach Paddle Boarding and Sawdust Art Festival Grounds. Ocean Institute and Balboa Fun Zone are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking, scuba diving, and snorkeling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking.

What's nearby

  • Heisler Park - 7 min walk
  • Main Beach - 12 min walk
  • Sawdust Art Festival Grounds - 3 min drive
  • Festival of Arts - 3 min drive
  • Emerald Bay Beach - 16 min drive

Getting around

  • Santa Ana Regional Transportation Center - 23 min drive
  • John Wayne Airport (SNA) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • Urth Caffé-Laguna Beach - 11 min walk
  • Pageant of the Masters - 2 min drive
  • Starbucks - 14 min walk
  • Las Brisas - 11 min walk
  • Cafe Zinc - 20 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Just doors to scenic Heisler Park’s meandering paths and iconic cove beaches. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Just doors to scenic Heisler Park’s meandering paths and iconic cove beaches.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Just doors to scenic Heisler Park’s meandering paths and iconic cove beaches.?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Just doors to scenic Heisler Park’s meandering paths and iconic cove beaches. located?

Located in North Laguna, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Shaws Cove Beach, Heisler Park, and Crescent Bay Beach. Main Beach Park and Laguna Art Museum are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window
Rating 10 - Excellent. 56 out of 57 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 57 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 57 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 57 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 57 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Doug G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
FANTASTIC (ocean view) location !!
walking distance to Main Beach in Laguna along Cliff Dr (ocen view/beach cove access); 1 block from grocery and restaurants
Stayed 50 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming Cottage - Great Location
This vacation was a dream come true for us. We researched many properties before choosing this one and were not disappointed - comfy, cozy, well equipped, clean, amazing views and sounds of the ocean from the deck and bedroom. The location is exceptional. Lovely, quiet neighborhood. Easy walk to beaches, Heisler Park walkway, downtown Laguna, restaurants, grocery store, etc. The owners were lovely to work with and quick to respond to questions. We will be back!
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful cottage with the best views
We love visiting Laguna Beach & feel this cottage is perfect for our family of 4. It has everything you need. Beautiful views & a great location. Walking distance to the beach, restaurants & shops. Hope to stay here again soon!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best vacation!!
This was our favorite family vacation yet! The house has everything you need to enjoy your time. Some of the best beaches are a walk away. Communication was easy with the owners.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

David B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed our stay
Small but very well furnished with a great view
Stayed 17 nights in Mar 2023

About the host

Hosted by Gerri

Host profile image
We (Art and Gerri) have lovingly restored our 1920s LagunaBeachCharmers, both our one bdrm cottage and our two bdrm cottage. Our two cottages are always a work in progress. We love to restore older homes and have done so in our home towns of Glendale and Pasadena, CA, as an avocation as well as a business. It is our mission to preserve the Southern California architecture of the past. Here in Laguna Beach we are constantly restoring one of the last remaining original beach cottages on Cliff Dr. Gerri is a graduate of UCLA and a former elementary school teacher. For the past 48 years, I have been a real estate broker with my own boutique real estate company and Art is our property manager and manages our investments, as well as working on his hobby, restoring 1950s vintage cars. Art has worn many hats as he is retired from the LAPD and also a retired General Contractor. Along with our four adult children, four grandchildren and our friends, we have enjoyed many days at our beach house and feel very fortunate to have such a special vacation home. For our many guests, new and returning, we enjoy providing a special vacation escape away from home.

Thank you
Check out our family business
LagunaBeachCharmers
our Laguna Beach vacation rental since 1997
Art and Gerri Cragnotti

Why they chose this property

We were fortunate to find a fantastic coastal vacation home location on the renowned California Riviera. We have specactular close in, panoramic ocean views combined with adjacent beach access as well as walkability to the charming Laguna Village. We have traveled to many coastal areas throughout the world including southern Spain, a dozen visits to Italy, Sicily, Gibraltar, Croatia, French Riviera, South American Atlantic and north Africa, Western Spain and France along the Atlantic as well as up and down the California Coast, Oregon Coast, East Coast and Mexican Riviera. Whenever we are home here in our vacation spot of Laguna Beach, we marvel how this is one of the most spectacular vistas we have seen in the world, if not THE MOST SPECTACULAR place on earth. Yet, Laguna Beach remains a small beach town...but with sophisticated restaurants and amenities. One can relax in quiet serenity or find stimulating activity and entertainment all just minutes away.

What makes this property unique

We have operated our two vacation rentals since 1997. We have a city permit in good standing with the city since 2003. Be aware that unpermitted short term lodgings are being vigorously pursued by the City of Laguna Beach to stop operating. With us, your “LagunaBeachCharmers” vacation rental is guaranteed to be available when you arrive.

Our LagunaBeachCharmers offer awesome sweeping close-in ocean views as well as a premier location surrounded by private upscale Laguna Beach $5-25M coastal residences. We are an easy walk past about 10 homes to three spectacular sandy cove beaches, as well as a seven block walk to the charming Laguna Village. A short 8-door stroll to Heisler Park provides awesome vistas along meandering pathways above the beaches of the Pacific below. Heisler Park takes you to town, Las Brisas restaurant patio overlooking the Pacific...enjoy yummy chips and appetizers, and, if you so desire, a myriad of enticing margaritas...and then you have just a short walk home!
Our cottages are fantastic and convenient in a serene ocean view setting. We are a stones throw to a burger stand, a block to a supermarket, UPS store, gourmet dinner house, magnificent authentic tacos and Mexican food, great pizza, coffee houses, gym for day pass, and other. Located a 3 min drive north to Crystal Cove State Park, Newport Coast (Mastros, Trader Joe’s, Javier’s, The Beachcomber), Newport Beach and Pelican Hill, one can experience many delights of being surrounded by some of the most expensive real estate in the world. Hotel rooms in nearby hotels range from $500-1000+ per nite, and are one room. Our cottages are half those prices and are 3-4 rooms each, like a small house. Combined with nice furnishings appropriate to the cottage style, not cast offs /garage sale pick ups common to many vacation rentals. We provide an alternate to dining out each meal by providing upscale granite kitchens w/ al fresco dining patios (the “best table” in LB!) for stay-in.

Premier Host

Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
Tell us how we can improve our siteShare feedback

More Vacation Rentals ideas

People also search for