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Cottage by the Harbor

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, fireplace, books
Outdoor dining
Smart TV, fireplace, books
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroom

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

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

Cottage by the Harbor

This is a new listing with VRBO. I have been in operation since 2011 and am very experienced with vacation rentals. Your cozy getaway awaits in Dana Point at this marvelous cottage. With 2 bedrooms featuring a queen bed, a soothing bathroom with a shower, and a lovely living room with a comfy sofa bed, this retreat is perfect for small groups or families. Enjoy amenities like WiFi, AC, and a washing machine during your stay. Experience what Dana Point has to offer with a stay at our cottage. A 5 minute walk finds you at the nearby town center and new downtown area where you can find restaurants, nightclubs and shopping. Down the street is Dana Point Harbor/marina and the famous Doheny Beach surfing and park, Go to the Marina for a fun get-away to Catalina Island or whale watching! The Cottage is a great pet friendly alternative to the overpriced resort hotels.

Property manager

Dix Wright

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 23 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • In-room accessibility
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Single level property
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycles
  • Boat
  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Pickleball
  • Tennis
  • Water park
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park 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)

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycles
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Recycling
  • Towels (changed on request)

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Policies

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 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 allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 23 kg per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that 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
Property Registration Number 025320

About the area

Map
Dana Point, CA

What's nearby

  • Baby Beach - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Salt Creek Beach Park - 13 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Dana Point Harbor - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Doheny State Beach - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • The Coach House - 4 min drive - 2.8 miles

Getting around

  • San Juan Capistrano Depot - 15 min drive
  • Orange County, CA (SNA-John Wayne) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Del Taco - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Bear Coast Coffee - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Cottage by the Harbor pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

Where is Cottage by the Harbor located?

Located in Lantern District, this cottage is within 1 mile (2 km) of Dana Point Preserve, Dana Point Harbor and Doheny State Beach. Lantern Bay County Park and Salt Creek Beach Park are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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Cottage by the Harbor Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Archie C.

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

Travel oasis

From this lovely oasis in Dana Point we could walk literally everywhere and the house has been kept totally up to date.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan R.

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

Delight of Dana Point

Located within blocks of the large business district. Easy to walk to those amenities and the cliff overview of the marina. The cottage is charming with and spacious. 2 bedroom, 1 large bath with nice kitchen and large living and dining space. Totally covered and private back patio was heavenly. We appriciated the off street parking off the alley.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025