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4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, WiFi
TV, fireplace
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10139 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

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Avalon, CA
  • Place, Catalina Island Museum
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Catalina Island Visitor Center
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Catalina Island Golf Course
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Avalon, CA (AVX-Catalina)
    ‪30 min drive‬

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About this property

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

359CA: Charming Family Home, 3 Blocks to Beach, Restaurants and Shops

This charming, historic Catalina home was recently refreshed and is ready for your family to kick back, relax and enjoy island life. It has a great corner lot location on upper Catalina Avenue, which means it's just a quick walk to the golf course and Country Club or three short blocks to shopping, restaurants and the beach. If offers indoor dining with French doors to the side patio where you can barbecue or enjoy sitting outdoors. Three bedrooms (Q, twins with trundles, double & twin) and the 3/4 bath are upstairs, and one bedroom (Q) and the full bath with a tub and unique "semi-outdoor" shower are located downstairs. This is a perfect vacation home for a large or extended family or two small families that want to share! A total of 1494 SQ Feet. 359CA | | | This vacation home rents on a nightly basis (2 night minimum, holidays and selected dates excepted; 3 night minimum mid-June through Labor Day). ***There is construction going nearby that will affect the access to the patio during from April - December 2025. There will still be access to use the BBQ.
During your stay at this holiday home, you're just a quick walk from Catalina Island Medical Center. Laundry facilities are available. A kitchen and 2 bathrooms are available in the holiday home.
  • The holiday home offers a kitchen, a washing machine and 2 bathrooms
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • On-site recreation includes a playground
  • Just a 4-minute walk from Catalina Island Medical Center and 5 minutes on foot from Catalina Island Visitor Center
359CA: Charming Family Home, 3 Blocks to Beach, Restaurants and Shops offers its guests barbecue grills and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Massage

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 1,494 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking. An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Property is also known as

Charming Family Home 3 Blocks to Beach Restaurants Shops Wifi
Charming Family Home 3 Blocks Beach Restaurants Shops Wifi House
Charming Family Home 3 Blocks Beach Restaurants Shops Wifi
Charming Family Home 3 Blocks to Beach Restaurants Shops Wifi
Charming Family Home 3 Blocks Beach Restaurants Shops Wifi House
Charming Family Home 3 Blocks Beach Restaurants Shops Wifi House
Charming Family Home 3 Blocks Beach Restaurants Shops Wifi
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Charming Family Home 3 Blocks to Beach Restaurants Shops Wifi

Reviews

359CA: Charming Family Home, 3 Blocks to Beach, Restaurants and Shops Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 37 out of 44 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 44 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 44 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 44 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 44 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rob W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Had a great time and good location down the street from the main part of town. We have stayed closer, but it gets noisy during the later hours, especially on the weekends. This was close enough and quiet enough to enjoy all the amenities. Check in and check out was a breeze. Thanks for having us!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Jack H.

Amazing location and history in this house.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth S.

Liked: Cleanliness
It was an amazing stay , house very comfortable but could use more wash clothes, very comfy & only 2 blocks from the beach from town , around the corner is Vons , the house was clean and had everything we needed, pots pans dishes , water toys. Chairs for the beach
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

James S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Birthday stay

Great place with a lot of history. Would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jane K.

Liked: Cleanliness

What a delight!

Avalon was a wonderful experience and our home away from home was perfect. we had four adults and one granddaughter (8) and me (84), grand mom staying. we all loved our beautiful home. The flower bower front and side was a lovely plus, we could sit and read and watch the passing scene from the side patio surrounded by golden yellow hibiscus! .We had lots of dining space, the kitchen VERY well appointed with every imaginable cooking tool,and spices galore, beds very comfy, baths very modern and attractive, I could go on...but in short an ideal spot to spend a week in and enjoy its convenient location, walking distance to Vons a great grocery...just like home and all the local attractions and there are so many things to see and do on the island!!!
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

GREG T., Napa California

Liked: Cleanliness

Decent

Sofa needs upgrading. More info on the shower downstairs. We didn’t find it until the 3rd night.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna H., Carlsbad

Great for Families

This house was perfect for our family. Our two sons and their families joined us for a milestone celebration. We had six adults and four children. As most places in Catalina, it is an older home and the entire structure is somewhat rickety. We were able to make breakfast and dinner with a relatively large kitchen - with all he kitchen tools you would need. Best of all, the patio table and indoor table fit all of us. For the price, it's an excellent choice.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Carol J., Mission Viejo, Ca

Disliked: Cleanliness

Needs cleaning

The cabinets and carpet were extremely dirty. This property needs a good cleaning.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Somjai C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great house!

This house is in a great location. It’s on the flat ground, no walking uphill from the port and is close to Vons grocery store. The description of the house setting & amenities are as described. We have 8 people in our group & the house is big enough and we feel comfortable to share our space. The kitchen is fully stock. One evening we got to use the BBQ grill & had dinner on the patio. We consider to stay here again when we visit Avalon.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laurence S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Loved the home

Perfect setup for us. My daughter and her husband loved the “outside” shower and private downstairs room and the upstairs for us was perfect. Clean and nice!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Doug B., Modesto, CA, USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Island Cottage

Lots of space with 6 beds, more than enough for 6 adults. Decor was homey and comfortable. Gas fireplace was a plus!! Having a golf cart would have made it ideal, but the walk to town was easy. Vons supermarket at the end of the block was also great.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lyn

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The house and views exceeded our expectations.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alfareza

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lauren S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Reunion

Perfect house for our group of cousins. So easy to access and quiet part of Avalon. Loved all the fun family memorabilia!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Kimberly T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Catalina house

We had a marvelous time . The house was clean and had a beautiful patio perfect for our size group (6). The neighbors were very loud in the late evening though.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Frank D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Vacation

Such a great house and picturesque. Everything we needed and all of the features we wanted. Liked the house, tvs and of course the fully equipped kitchen. Super close to Vons and more quiet than being close to the beach, even though it’s still close…Don’t think about it. Just book it! Catalina is awesome. Btw, loved all the decorations and pictures inside the house. Such a rich history!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Abel R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Help I need toilet paper

The property was just as expected except for the zero toilet paper @ the house . And after traveling for 4 + hours the ladies in our group were agitated . I had to walk to the vons store for TP .
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nazo S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Weekday Getaway!

This Catalina beach home was perfect for our family, with plenty of space for both group activities and alone time. The home is close to the market (Vons), restaurants, bars, donuts and ice cream! What more can you ask for?
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Arnulfo M., CANYON LAKE

Liked: Cleanliness

Our Stay

Excellent location, close to business area, easy access to port, beach, and night life. Enjoyed our stay, house was comfortable, clean, and roomy.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stacy A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great island getaway.

Safe location, great house with tons of character. Would definitely stay there again. Lots of room for a big group.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

heather h.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic Catalina

We enjoyed our 2nd year at Catalina Island. This house was great, big kitchen, nice patio with good BBQ. We enjoyed all the historical and family photos around the house.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Larry N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice family vacation house

Overall nice stay, only one shower was a challenge the downstairs bathroom has a tub. Also be sure to buy a couple of bars of soap if you stay more than 1 day because the micro-soap provided only lasts a day. Buy toilet paper too because you only get the roll on the holder in each bathroom, same with paper towel, 1 roll so if you stay for a few days and have kids, better stick up too on that. Upstairs very hot if the weather is over 75 during the day outside.. fans only do so much. Very noisy from very busy street corner, trash truck, street sweeper, golf carts and fire trucks/ambulances all pass by (so close to firehouse and city yard). Our family is easy going so all this was overlooked when we just enjoy each other on vacation.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Charming Family Cottage

We thoroughly enjoyed staying at the Johnson Family cottage on Catalina. There is a lot of history in this house that we appreciated and tried to respect. Reading the binder about the cottage and it’s occupants really made us feel as if we became apart of its history. We especially liked the outside shower attached to the downstairs bathroom, ample sleeping quarters, and the proximity to the grocery store and other Avalon businesses. If you are a light sleeper, you might want to choose one of bedrooms in the back of the house to avoid the noise of golf cart traffic. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karen D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Loved staying here

We had a great experience here. We arrived early on Friday and was told the house was ready and we could go in now. Wonderful news for us with all our luggage. The house is really cute with lots of family photos all over and sits on the end of the street so there is a patio to sit outside and watch all the carts of people passing by. A little loud but very nice to sit outside. It’s an old house so some of the dresser drawers were broken and we had an issue with the garbage disposal but over all a great place to stay. Checkout morning we were all running behind and was able to get a later check out. Again awesome news!!! We didn’t have to carry all of our stuff around all day and some were able to sleep in. We had 7 adults and 2 children and had plenty of room for all.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Janae R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Spacious and Charming-Highly recommend

We rented 2 houses for 14 people for the weekend…we had plenty of room to bbq and play card games at the huge dining table and patio area. The location was perfect- close to everything it not so close that we couldn’t have some quiet time too. The house has so much history and was so cozy…we enjoyed figuring out from the book they have and all the pictures that a beautiful captain and his family must have lived there. It felt like we got to stay at our grandparents family home. Kitchen was the best stocked kitchen we ever have rented and the heater and fireplace worked great There we’re plenty of clean towels, blankets, games, movie and music cd’s. We’ve rented many house over the years in Catalina and this was by far the best house yet. We definitely will be renting this house again when we have a large party because the house was very spacious and accommodating for our group and our 2 handicapped veterans as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022