The Sandcastle Cottage 140 steps to the Beach

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2 bedroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

Dryer
Washer
Barbecue grill
Kitchen
Air conditioning

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Avalon, CA

Catalina Island Visitor Center
‪3 min walk‬
Catalina Island Museum
‪6 min walk‬
Catalina Island Golf Course
‪15 min walk‬
Avalon, CA (AVX-Catalina)
‪23 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Twin Beds

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen

Dining area

About this property

Perfect Cottage for your vacation. Our Cottage has two bedrooms one with King size bed and the second one with two twins. In the living room we have a Queen size sofa sleeper that two more people can sleep in. We welcome families and individuals who enjoy the activities of Catalina Island including bike riding, hiking, boating, beach activities and diving. Our rustic cottage was built in 1912 and retains the charm of early Avalon. Come stay in our home and enjoy the ambiance of a genuine historical setting. Amenities include cable TV, Wi Fi, air conditioning, completely equipped kitchen and washer & dryer.

Property manager

Michael Ponce

Premier Host

Languages

English

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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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

About the neighborhood

Avalon

Located in Avalon, this cottage is in the city center and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lovers Cove and Hamilton Beach, while Catalina Island Museum and Avalon Theater are cultural highlights. Three Palms Avalon Arcade and Nature Center at Avalon Canyon are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and cycling.

Avalon, CA

What's nearby

Catalina Island Visitor Center - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Avalon Port - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
Catalina Island Museum - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
Catalina Casino - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
Catalina Island Golf Course - 15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

Avalon, CA (AVX-Catalina) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

‪Pancake Cottage - ‬2 min walk
‪Descanso Beach Club - ‬15 min walk
‪Bluewater Grill - ‬4 min walk
‪Catalina Island Brew House - ‬3 min walk
‪Catalina Coffee & Cookie Co. - ‬6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Sandcastle Cottage 140 steps to the Beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Sandcastle Cottage 140 steps to the Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Sandcastle Cottage 140 steps to the Beach?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Sandcastle Cottage 140 steps to the Beach located?

Located in the heart of Avalon, this cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of Catalina Island Visitor Center and Catalina Island Golf Course. Avalon Pier and Three Palms Avalon Arcade are also within 5 minutes.

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Joseph C.

Dec 14, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Cottage with excellent service.

We arrived early and our host allowed us to leave our luggage at the Seacrest Inn which was Nextdoor. It was a

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

esther H.

Oct 27, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved the cottage

Quaint and authentic cabin-like cottage seemingly built by a man of the sea. Cool details in all rooms. There were two large bedrooms with a nice usable kitchen with all the amenities. The location is close to the beach, shopping and eateries. Michael was very accommodating, we enjoyed our stay very much.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darlene J.

Jun 28, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Close to harbor

An older property but it was clean and close to everything.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nick D.

Jun 27, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice place

I have a great time Great place to be in

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kahty P.

May 20, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A marvelous local place to stay!

Excellent local charming cottage nestled in Avalon. Wonderful communication with property manager Michael!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin C.

May 8, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

We thought this little island cottage was perfect for our needs. Great character, great location.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

ROBBIE H., Denver, Co

Oct 22, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

Great spot close to everything. Very clean

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Barbara H.

Oct 9, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Historic Cottage

A rather eclectic historic cottage, filled with so many memories from both the past & present. Beds were a bit too firm, but other than a blow dryer, it has all you need. Location is great, close to ferry and downtown. Hotel staff were very kind and accommodating.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa M.

May 31, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cutest house / All the charm!

This house was so dang cute, and had more charm than any house I have ever rented! It was very clean - very close to the pier - close to restaurants - and the host was very responsive! We will definitely book this rental again!

Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

4/10 Poor

Kathy G.

Feb 26, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Good location

Let me begin by saying that the host was extremely responsive, very easy to work with and courteous. Other positives are that the beds were pretty comfortable and you are close to shops and restaurants. The linens in the bathroom and bedroom were nice and we were supplied with an abundance of coffee. There were three nice TVs which as great. That being said, we were unhappy about several things. There are electrical wires all over, some with knob and tube. We felt insecure due to the fact that not every window had a secure way to lock and the locks on the doors did not appear to be very secure and are not very easy to open and close either. We FROZE the entire time we were there. The host did provide us with some little electric heaters but it was not enough to keep the place warm- the bathroom was particularly frigid. The lighting here is inadequate- it was very dark and cold, but I must add that it is a cold time of year. The shower was lined with some type of crusty residue. Several things were in disrepair, like the ceiling fans and some of the desperately needed lights. The place needs a coat of paint. And finally, we wanted to do a load of laundry (asked permission from one of the workers) and refrained from doing so due to the condition of the inside of the machine- full of residue- icky. We believe this is where linens for the property are laundered as workers were there constantly. So that was a turnoff. The house is full of a lot of old stuff and old furniture, etc. I know that some people are into that but to me, it just looked like a bunch of cast-off things. And the street out front has constant, loud traffic noise, something I was trying to get away from. I appreciated the host but most of the rest of the stay was a big disappointment.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Gary T.

Aug 25, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Just the Right Place

I will start with our host Michael, very easy to reach and was very helpful with everything needed, thank Michael. The properties description was spot on and perfect for myself and my 3 teenage grandsons. We had everything we needed and everything from beach to dining were a short walk away. I would have given a 5 star for the property but there was no outdoor seating area like a patio or deck. It is a dated place but also as described so my expectations were met. The question is always "Would you stay there again?" My answer is yes without hesitation.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sean M.

Jul 10, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best place in Catalina

My favorite place to stay - I’ve done it twice and will do it again in the future!

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

James B., Coronado, California

Jun 27, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Getaway

Avalon is just so much fun. Everyone had an outstanding time. Although the unit is dated, that makes it interesting and fun. Lots of memorabilia of times past! Pots and pans could be improved.

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tracy S., Stevenson Ranch

May 16, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Avalon Gem!

Loved the space. Loved the location. Well stocked and comfortable!! Would definitely come and stay again!

Stayed 1 night in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Megan B.

Apr 8, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Prime location, excellent host!

You can’t beat the location of this little house - just far enough off the main drag to be quiet but close to enough to be steps from the action. The house old, but that makes it quaint, and it’s well maintained and clean. Perfect vacation spot!

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julie F.

Dec 6, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Pictures don't do it justice

This house is SO cute. We loved checking out all of the collector signs, the wall that so many visitors tacked up a memory on, the old/antique phone in the kitchen, it was just all so cool. So many sliding doors/windows, almost like a scavenger hunt. We have 3 teens (2 x 16 and 1 18) and us and the size was more than enough. It's larger than the pictures make it out to be the I was a bit concerned about only having one bathroom but it's SO big, didn't matter. I seriously loved the cottage and hope to stay again. Amber was a huge help and so sweet, at check in. She showed us around, helped us understand the TV remotes and how to work the AC, just all around wonderful experience. My family was all very pleased with the house

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Becky A.

Nov 26, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Catalina

We love the house a lot of vintage stuff including the house really cool. We would read this again. Very close to town

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021

8/10 Good

Jennifer T.

Nov 2, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Vintage beach cottage

Great beach cottage getaway! The place has character but was clean, comfortable and simple. The beds were comfortable but the couch pull out - not so much. My daughter ended up just sleeping on the couch. The place is in great location close to town but on a busy street. Ear plugs were provided and I can imagine on a busy weekend they will be needed. This is a classic place - make sure your expectations are in line with the photos. Bathroom shower is standing only and snug.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

josh f.

Oct 5, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Character and convenient

The pics don’t do it justice, the house has unique personality and was comfortable and convenient. We would love to go back

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

David h.

Sep 7, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good times

Had a great time, the property had everything that you could need. There 4 of us, two couples. We were right around the corner from the waterfront.

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Dino K.

Aug 23, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cool vibe

We very much enjoyed our stay. The place was so cool with its traditional old school beach cottage look. It’s the real deal.

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mary R.

Aug 21, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best of everything!

We had a fantastic time in Avalon! The location of this cottage couldn’t be better. The size of the cottage was a lot bigger than expected. Kitchen was equipped with everything needed. The Rooftop BBQ view was amazing. You could see all of Avalon! Micheal our host was very friendly and notified us when cottage was ready and was able to get into it early. I would definitely go back.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

Aug 11, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great old school vibe

Just as described - charming and comfortable!

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mardee C.

Jul 14, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute little place close to everything in Avalon

Very cute, clean and cozy place located just blocks from pretty much everything in Avalon. The only negative I would say was that the WiFi password we were given didn’t work, but we didn’t really need it so it didn’t bother us :)

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Victoria R.

Jul 9, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent location

Location is great! You’re close to everything you want to be close to! Home as the classic Catalina looks.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

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Hosted by Michael Ponce

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2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

Bathroom 1

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