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HANDS DOWN THE BEST DEAL IN HAMILTON COVE!

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Living area
View of the Front Door as you enter the unit.
Dining
Dining
Dining

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Gym
  • Dryer
  • Pool
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Avalon, Ca
  • Catalina Island Museum
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Catalina Island Visitor Center
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Catalina Island Golf Course
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Avalon, CA (AVX-Catalina)
    ‪57 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

HANDS DOWN THE BEST DEAL IN HAMILTON COVE!

City of Avalon Business License # 009926

Are you ready to step into an island paradise located in Los Angeles county? If so, whether you arrive by air or sea, be prepared to enjoy what has been called “The most charming island get-away in all of North America.”

Mike, the Buffalo overlooks this enchanting home completely renovated to capture the “island vibe.” This home is a spacious 1275 square foot treasure with stunning 180-degree direct ocean views. In the day, you can watch the dolphins, seals, birds and boats while the evening brings the unapparelled view of the southern California coast alit from twenty-three miles across the pacific. Inside the home, vaulted ceilings and open floor plan offer an expansive living space with Ocean Views from three sets of French patio doors. Relax on the 150-inch Sectional Sofa while selecting one of 10,000 movies on hand from Netflix on the massive 65-inch Plasma TV. Read a book from our 'All Things Catalina' library, stream your own music or play what is provided through the blue tooth enabled stereo system. Many choose to BBQ or cook with the ocean breeze while enjoying the professionally decorated unit which incorporates brand top shelf furnishings with rare, antique and indigenous items such as original Catalina Pottery and tiled table.

We have taken great strides to make the home comfortable and hope you enjoy the 500-thread count bedding and designer towels. Stainless steel appliances accompany fine Marble and updated faucets and lighting fixtures throughout the kitchen and both bathrooms. Enjoy the blue Pacific from the game room which is equipped with a table and full selection of board games as well as a Queen bed. Furnishings and bar-b-que sit under tiled deck on the patio. Washer and Dryer are located inside the unit. This home along with unit next door unit take up the entire top of building four so you can rent both units for extended family and friends. In exchange for steps up to building four, these units both have elevated vaulted ceilings and amazing sprawling ocean views making the walk up well worth it! Please reference VRBO ID 497962 to view the neighboring unit.

This home is located in exclusive Hamilton Cove which boasts of a beach area, tennis, croquette, putting and tennis courts. Yet, if you are visiting Catalina, we recommend you get take our superior 2015 Yamaha Limo Cart into town and explore. You will be just minutes from the Descanso Beach Club where you can rent a Cabana or simply enjoy this fully wonderful beach club which offers beach lounge chairs as well as a bar and food. Many folks will hit the beach club after an exciting zip line experience or to simply enjoy an afternoon. We could go on and on about Catalina Island, but we think the Chamber of Commerce said it best in describing our beloved Island, “Catalina Island is a picture-perfect paradise and a world apart from the hustle and bustle of the mainland just 22 miles away. The air is refreshing, the water is clear, the community is casual and friendly, and there’s not one traffic light on the whole Island. From the city of Avalon to the rustic village of Two Harbors, experience the Island for yourself - explore the rugged back country where the buffalo roam, enjoy the most stylish in dining experiences, conquer the rush of thrilling adventures, and relax on the sand with the gentle rhythm of the ocean. When you’re on Island Time, you’re always having the time of your life.”

Please feel free to follow us on Twitter for special offers. @buffalomike_ca. Thank you.

Management is not responsible for association shut downs of pools, spas, fitness centers, etc. Management will try their best to keep you informed of any closures that they are aware of but guest is advised to check Hamilton Cove Website for any closures during their stay.

Please see contract for additional details.

Property manager

Jenny Blaylock
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Hot Tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Gym

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
RENTAL AGREEMENT - A valid Driver's License and signed Short-Term Rental Agreement are due after booking confirmation.

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
Property Registration Number 010109

About the neighborhood

Avalon

Located in Avalon, this condo is on the beach. Catalina Island Golf Course and Avalon Pier are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Three Palms Avalon Arcade and Nature Center at Avalon Canyon. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and rock climbing.
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Avalon, Ca

What's nearby

  • Catalina Island Museum - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Catalina Island Visitor Center - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Catalina Casino - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Avalon Port - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Catalina Island Golf Course - 5 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Avalon, CA (AVX-Catalina) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pancake Cottage - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Descanso Beach Club - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Bluewater Grill - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Catalina Island Brew House - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Catalina Coffee & Cookie Co. - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does HANDS DOWN THE BEST DEAL IN HAMILTON COVE! have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

How much does it cost to stay at HANDS DOWN THE BEST DEAL IN HAMILTON COVE!?

As of Apr 24, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at HANDS DOWN THE BEST DEAL IN HAMILTON COVE! on May 5, 2025 start from $614.88, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is HANDS DOWN THE BEST DEAL IN HAMILTON COVE! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at HANDS DOWN THE BEST DEAL IN HAMILTON COVE!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at HANDS DOWN THE BEST DEAL IN HAMILTON COVE!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is HANDS DOWN THE BEST DEAL IN HAMILTON COVE! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Avalon condo building is within a 15-minute walk of Three Palms Avalon Arcade, Avalon Pier, and Catalina Island Museum. Catalina Island Visitor Center and Avalon Theater are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 116 out of 162 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 24 out of 162 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 14 out of 162 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 162 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 162 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

4.0/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

martin m.

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

Valentines day getaway

Beautiful property. Amzing views
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

yoojeong S.

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

Great family getaway

Was our first time on the island and had a wonderful time at this property! The view from the balcony was exceptional!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lauren G.

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

Relaxing and perfect for us

Beautiful view, comfortable property, well stocked kitchen. Except for groceries, no need to leave the property
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

FRANK C.

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

Amazing property

Just like the description. Great vacation location.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

John F.

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

Great property

Has everything you need.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Justine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great views, house was clean and bed was comfortable. My family loved getting around in the golf cart. Pool was easily accessible.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle H.

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

Great place!

Rented this place for a 50th birthday weekend! The view was amazing! Very spacious. Beds were comfortable...and so was the couch! Really enjoyed it! Pool area was nice. Highly recommended!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Lanie K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Great stay

Avalon is absolutely beautiful and the location of the property makes it even better. This neighborhood is set apart from town making it quiet and peaceful with a beautiful view. There were a few minor issues with plumbing but nothing that ruined our stay. Just be aware the king bedroom with the tub has a very short spout making it difficult to bathe and wash hair. Overall, we had an amazing time and highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Juliette K.

Perfect place to stay

This is an incredible place to stay in Hamilton Cove. We absolutely enjoyed everything about the place. My family and I can't wait to come back and enjoy the beauty!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2018

8/10 Good

Mary D.

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

quiet and comfortable

has numerous amenities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Judy J.

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

Beautiful views from all rooms

Well equipped and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pam V.

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

What a great view

We loved everything, location, amenities, the home, balcony. Definitely staying there again. We also enjoyed The Catalina Wine Mixer.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cindy S.

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

A perfect getaway

Simply beautiful..loved every minute.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Lisa M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

60th bday vacation

Really enjoyed condo at Hamilton Cove. Spacious and comfortable. Beds and couch comfortable. Kitchen cabinets could use a deep cleaning inside and out.Stand alone fans could also use a cleaning. Appreciated filtered water from refrigerator,kitchen amenities, thick beach towels , and beach chairs. Would stay here again. Warm Regards, The Millers
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ovidiu S., Pasadena

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

Great Vacation spot. Amazing views

Great Vacation spot. Amazing views. Everything was great. We didn't want to leave. Thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

maite

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This Condo was perfect for our family vacation. The views are awesome and so relaxing. The whole community is beautiful and we loved the fact that it comes with a golf cart to go around the island. Just be aware that it is at the top of the building and there are 73 stair steps to climb to get to the condo but other than that it was wonderful!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

6/10 Okay

Andre W.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Location, listing accuracy

Too many stairs

Too many stairs, idk how you put up these condos with no access except to climb a lot of stairs. The pictures were not accurate, the second bedroom was so small you couldn’t even put a dresser in there, the washer was filthy,, no shower in the master bathroom. For all The &&$ ,I was disappointed except for the view
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carvel L.

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

HAMILTON COVE A MUST TRY

Love the view and quietness. Safe place. This was my 2nd time staying at Hamilton only downfall is the stairs to get to some of the units. Would definitely stay again. Property clean and comfortable. Pack lite...
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn R.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Birthday Shenanigans

My friends and I had a great time celebrating my boyfriend's birthday. We enjoyed each morning on the balcony taking in the beautiful views. The beds were comfortable and the place was clean. Yes, a lot of stairs, but nothing we couldn't handle. We had a slight issue at check-in, but Chela (prop mgr) was on it! Overall the trip was fantastic and we would totally stay here again. We love Mike (the Buffalo)
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Krista G., Edina

Memorable Vacation in Early November!

This condo has everything! Lots of space for the two of us celebrating birthdays (50 and 61). The kitchen was fully stocked! View was amazing. TV perfect for our Sunday Night Football game showdown (I’m a Packer...hubby is a Patriot!). Golf Cart was the envy of the island. We had a fantastic stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Seve G.

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

Fun

The only issue we had was the TV never worked properly. They did all they could to help but no TV for the whole stay. That was probably a good thing since we spent more time talking but it was frustrating. It was clean, spacious and had all we needed for a great trip. The stairs were a killer and getting our bags up there was a chore.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vincent L.

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

Hamilton Cove!!

The only place to be in Catalina. Gated and quiet community. Picturesque view from the balcony. Spacious and clean. Golf cart provided. Tennis courts.. Just up the hill from everything.. My only complaint was the shared/ communal balcony. The neighbors/renter were super loud and obnoxious on the balcony.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl G.

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

Rancho Relaxo

Rancho Relaxo was just that - very relaxing. The location is a quick 10 minute golf car ride from town. The unit is reached by a number of stairs but you are rewarded with spectacular panoramic views on a long expansive deck. The unit was very clean and had all the amenities one could ask for including a golf cart although the golf cart could use an upgrade. Keep in mind that the master bath has only a tub, no shower. There is a shower in the second bath. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Michele R.

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

Lovely but a few things to know

Well cared for space with nice spaces. We had my 82 yr old mom with us and had no heads up that there were 75 steps up to unit. Yikes. Also there are step downs within the unit that had non operating motion lights. We did have falls as a result. Beautiful unit and view and island. Well appointed for all your needs. Overall a wonderful place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carol L H.

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

What a VIEW!

Room view was phenomenal. Ate outdoors several times with 180 degree ocean view of the deep blue waters full of life, both animals and humans! :) Temperatures were wonderfully balmy, open windows all night long for breezy deep sleep every night. Every kitchen gadget you would ever need, beds were super comfortable, large shower, deep soaking bathtub, mahogany cabinetry was notable. And golf cart available to come and go as you please. It was a perfect stay, the quarters were beautiful and sturdy. We had so much fun. You can't choose a better experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by Jenny Blaylock

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This stunning home is managed by Simplicity Vacation Property Management, but the owners love to come to Catalina Island and partake in the island activities such as snorkeling, zip lining, hiking, etc. BUT they also love to eat! Catalina has some of the best food - be sure to try Big Olaf's ice cream and the Cheese Bread! Enjoy!

Why they chose this property

This unit has been completely remolded and all the furnishings have been purchased very carefully for this home....it shows like a designer model. Our home is very open and comfortable...the way a vacation home should feel. Because it is 1275 square feet, unlike most other two bedrooms that are below 1000 square feet, you have room to unwind when staying with a family.

What makes this property unique

While staying in Hamilton Cove many guests love to snorkel off our private beach as a family. Father and son can play basketball while Mother and daughter enjoy the play ground or look for sea glass at the beach. Please enjoy the pool and spa and mini golfing as a family. Also, feel free to take advantage of the work-out facilities or just relax on the patio while enjoying the spectacular view. If you want to leave, this unit comes with a really nice golf cart that will take you anywhere you need to go on the island.

Languages:

English

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They consistently provide great experiences for their guests