View of the Headlands from Strands Beach Dana Point - Only Steps Away.....
Location: Monarch Beach, Dana Point, Orange County, California, USA (Just South of Laguna Beach & North of San Clemente) View Map
Accommodations: Condo, 2 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 2 Baths (Sleeps 4-6)
Keywords: Condominium, Condo, Vacation Rental, Beach House,
STRANDS BEACH DANA POINT (California Beach Retreat - Near Ritz Carlton Laguna Niguel, St. Regis at Monarch Beach and Laguna Beach
LOCATION
As you pull off of Pacific Coast Highway on to our palm lined street, you have the ocean to the right and our condominium complex, Niguel Beach Terrace, on the left. At this point you are "steps" away from the Strands Beach at Salt Creek Beach Park.
This area of Dana Point with it prominent coastal bluffs, is also known as The Headlands and is part of what is referred to as the "Gold Coast" or "California Riviera". With Laguna Beach to the north and San Clemente to the south, our California Beach Retreat is the ideal location for your Southern CA visit. You are central to all of Southern California! 60 miles from Los Angeles International Airport and 60 miles from Sea World in San Diego.
Sixty-eight miles to Universal Studios Hollywood, 33 miles to Disneyland Resort, 25 miles to John Wayne Airport, 5 miles to Laguna Beach, 5 miles to Mission San Juan Capistrano, 80 miles to Tijuana Mexico!
BEACH
The Strands Beach is actually the Southern portion of the Salt Creek Beach Park. It is a highly regarded surfing beach that consistently rates an A+ in water quality. It is common to see dolphins and sea lions while visiting the beach. This is the same beach that guests from the Ritz Carlton Laguna Niguel and The St. Regis at Monarch Beach use.
OUR BEACH HOME
First let me say this, "We Love this Place!" Every time we visit we feel as though we are away on a vacation. That being said, we set out to transform this place into our our ultimate Beach Home. We were fortunate to have a professional designer in the family to assist us. When not on assignment in the Far East or other parts of the world designing corporate HQ's, we were able to get this pro to guide us through an extensive renovation of our Beach House. The end result is a warm, comfortable feel where "coastal elements" abound.
LIVING ROOM
Entering this upper unit you will see floors with a beachwood look throughout, counter-tops with seafoam colored granite, glass tiles with the iridescence of abalone shells. Vaulted ceilings with recessed halogen lighting, plantation shutters give you the ability to control the abundant natural lighting, ceiling fans, an open floor plan integrates the kitchen with the living room.
A large deck adjacent to the kitchen and the master bedroom accommodates the gas barbeque. Adjacent to the living room area is another large deck with a small table and seating. Large sliding patio doors access each deck. Rounding out the living room is a queen size sleeper sofa, a 42" LCD TV, a Wii (yes, a Wii with 2 controllers)and a stereo system. Several DVD titles and some Wii games are provided.
GUEST BEDROOM
Next is the guest bedroom and bathroom. This large room also has vaulted ceilings with recessed lighting, a queen size bed with pillow top mattress, a designer ceiling fan, shutters and very good natural lighting. A large sliding patio door accesses the South facing deck. A TV with a DVD player and a clock radio are provided. The bathroom features a glass tile lined shower, frame-less glass shower door, limestone floors, granite counter-tops and a tumbled marble back splash.
MASTER BEDROOM
The master bedroom has vaulted ceilings, a king size canopy bed, designer fan, recessed lighting, a 32" LCV TV, clock radio, a large sliding patio door with access to the East facing deck. This large room has connected master bathroom with a glass tile lined shower, limestone flooring, granite counter-tops, tumbled marble back splash and a vanity area with seating. We believe this is the largest bathroom in the Niguel Beach Terrace complex.
KITCHEN
The kitchen was designed to integrate with the main living areas. From the kitchen you will be able to view both decks and be fully involved in any conversation taking place in the living room. All new appliances.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer : In Unit - Private
- Dryer : In unit - Private
- Linens Provided : 600 Thread Count
- Covered Parking : Reserved Parking
- Off Street Parking
- Beds
- King Bed : With Pillow Top Mattress
- Queen Bed : With Pillow Top Mattress
- Convertible Bed : Queen Size Bed
- Entertainment
- Shared Hot Tub
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- Video Library
- Video Game Console : Nintendo Wii
- Video Games
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Shared Pool
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Balcony
- Lanai
- Communications
- Telephone
- Free Long Distance
- Broadband Internet
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Kid Friendly
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters : Must be 25 years of age or older
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Parasailing
- Jet Skiing
- Swimming
- Surfing
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Basketball Court
- Live Theatre
- Horseback Riding
- Theme Park (Amusement Park)
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
- Zoo/Wildlife Park
- Restaurants
- Shelling
- Hiking
- Other Activities
- Whale Watching; Tide Pools; Grunion Hunting (in season); Tall Ships Festival; Whale Festival; Doheny Blues Festival; Pageant of the Masters; Orange County Fair (July).
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Late Summer - August 27, 2010 thru Sept 9, 2011 = $1600 wk
Thanksgiving 2011-$1500 wk, Christmas 2011-New Years Eve 2011.... $1800/wk
Spring Season Feb 27, 2010 thru April 16, 2010 = $1600 wk
Low Season-Sept 12, 09 thru Feb 26, 2010 & Apr 17 thru May 14, 2010 = $1300 wk
2012 Mid - May 26 thru June 15 = $1500 wk / June 16 thru June 22 = $1,800 wk
2012 Summer-Peak: June 23 - August 24 = $2,300 wk
$500 Deposit Due at the Time Reservation is Made. Cleaning Fee $150.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Map & Owner's Profile
California Beach Retreat, Laguna , Ritz Carlton, St. Regis
Year Purchased: 1983
Why the Owner Chose Monarch Beach
Again, we bouth this home long before we ever imagined it as a vacation home. As the trend toward vacations homes grew, we saw it as a natural for this location. We have one of the finest beaches, not to mention one of the cleanest, in Southern CA at our steps. Having experienced vacation rentals at the ski slopes and other places and we had a pretty good idea of what not to do. Our vacation home was remodeled from the ground up with the short term guest in mind. Extremely clean, redesigned floor plan to open and connect living space, larger bathroom, extremely comfortable beds, high quality throughout.
The Unique Benefits at this Condo
Quiet, spacious, comfortable, very clean! No discarded/used furnishings from home.Everything was purchased new and is of quality at this vacation home. Going to the beach? We have the towels, cooler, umbrella, boogey boards, sand toys, chairs. Cooking? We have all of the spices, olive oil, quality cookware and utinsels. Large washer & dryer. Games, DVD's, Cable HDTV, internet, and a Nintendo Wii for your evening entertainment. Much More!!
Most direct route to the sand. Restroom at the top and bottom of the steps. Lots of steps but our kids have walked the steps since they were 3.
Weekly membership is available for use of their facilities. You may also schedule private lessons or court time for an extra fee. Facility has a fitness room, exercise room, sauna, steam bath and a po
Moderately priced restuarant with pretty good food. Much better lately than in previous years. Worth trying.
The market is Gelson's. Very good variety, deli, bakery, excellent service.$$$$$. There is also a pharmacy, CVS, and other small food places in the center. Starbucks also.
Visit the sea cave at low tide. Access via the Ocean Institute. Call us for more info.
California Historical Site. Worth seeing if interested in early CA history.
Our Favorite for healthy, low cost groceries. Less selection but much better prices than Ralph's or Gelson's.
Large grocery store. Should have everything you would need. Somewhat expensive, Higher prices than Trader Joe's but less than Gelson's. If shopping there, use the Ralph's "club card" that we provide o
Great place for breakfast, lunch or dinner. Casual, right on the sand. If you want to experience the California lifestyle, this is a must. Call for reservations because the walk-up wait can be long.
Owner's Map of Monarch Beach
Young, fresh out of college, my cousin and I though it would be cool to have a place by the beach. So when the opportunity presented itself, we jumped at it. All the same, the financial committment was quite a strain back then. Fast forward 25+ years and the once sleepy, little beach town is now part of the "Gold Coast", home to the 4 & 5 Star resorts, the Ritz Carlton and the St Regis at Monarch Beach. Additionally, our complex is adjacent to a new billion dollar residential development, The Strand at the Headlands. Who knew?
So in keeping up with the Jones' next door; we have taken our 25 yrs of savings and transformed our 1983 condo into a new, upscale, 5 star quality vacation home.
Be sure to read our guest comments!
Property Photos
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- View of the Headlands from Strands Beach Dana Point - Only Steps Away..... - Dana Point, California Vacation Condo Rental
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- Beachwood Flooring, Recessed Lighting, Vaulted Ceilings, Natural Light - Dana Point, California Vacation Condo Rental
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- Living Room - 42" LCD TV, Nintendo Wii, DVD Library, Queen Size Sleeper Sofa - Dana Point, California Vacation Condo Rental
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- You are always in the conversation with our open kitchen layout
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- Kitchen - Stainless Appliances - Granite - Glass Tiles - Large Refrigerator
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- Master Bedroom - Pillow Top mattress, 37" LCD TV, Recessed Lignting
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- Master Bedroom - Hall View
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- Guest Bedroom - Queen Bed...
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- Master Bathroom - Limestone, Granite, Glass Tiles, Frameless Enclosure
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- Strands Beach Dana Point - Master Bathroom
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- Guest Bath - Limestone Floors, Glass Tile Shower, Frameless Enclosure, Granite
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- Dining Area Seating
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- Community Pool & Spa
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- East Deck w/ Barbeque - We have a 2nd deck on the South side!
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- South Deck
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- Strands Beach Dana Point Living Room - 42" Plasma, Nintendo Wii, Ocean Breeze
Traveler Reviews (39)
Getaway
Guest: Braner
(Pahrump Nevada)
Date of Stay: 10/01/11
Review Submitted: 10/18/11
Is a very nice condo. We had a great time. Condo is a short drive to it all, Disneyland, San Diego Zoo, Knotts Berry Farm, Long Beach Aquarium and much more and short walk to the beach. Condo was beautifully decorated, very comfortable. This condo has it all, nicely stocked kitchen, great beds and linens, all the entertainment electronics, board games and beach equipment. Our expectations were high and we were not disappointed. Thanks
Recommended for:Girls getaway, families with teenagers, adventure seekers, romantic getaway, age 55+, sightseeing, families with young children.
Strands Beach Rocks
Guest: Chris
(Denver)
Date of Stay: 07/09/11
Review Submitted: 08/13/11
My family and I just completed our second visit at Robert and Ernie's Strands Beach Rental. The property is in a fantastic location and our three kids loved it. In fact, for the second year we rented their other unit and brought additional family members with us! We enjoy the condo because it is clean, modern, spacious, and has everything you could need from kitchen supplies to beach toys. Robert has been especially helpful in helping to familiarize us with the area by sending relevant information and taking time on the phone. We recommend this unit to anyone with a family with five or less. It is a walk to the beach and a very short driving distance to many of the popular SoCal attractions (Disney, Sea World, Legoland) Thanks Robert and Ernie!
Recommended for:Girls getaway, families with teenagers, age 55+, sightseeing, families with young children.
Wonderful condo - great location
Guest: bonnie
(manistique)
Date of Stay: 01/10/11
Review Submitted: 02/21/11
My husband, son & I were fortunate enough to rent this condo for a full month. I can not say enough about how nice the condo itself was. It was just as pictured in all the info. It was very clean. The complex was great - very quite, great pool & spas, & great location. Dana Point was very convenient for all activities i.e. beaches, hiking, desert, L.A., San Diego etc. The condo was loaded with maps & local info that we used daily. This was our first experience with an owner rental - and I would definately recommend their condo. Everything was as agreed upon with absolutely no problems. I thank Robert & Ernie for their wonderful rental and overall great experience.
Recommended for:Girls getaway, families with teenagers, adventure seekers, romantic getaway, age 55+, sightseeing, families with young children.
Wonderful condo - great location
Guest: bonnie
(manistique)
Date of Stay: 01/11/10
Review Submitted: 02/21/11
My husband, son & I were fortunate enough to rent this condo for a full month. I can not say enough about how nice the condo itself was. It was just as pictured in all the info. It was very clean. The complex was great - very quite, great pool & spas, & great location. Dana Point was very convenient for all activities i.e. beaches, hiking, desert, L.A., San Diego etc. The condo was loaded with maps & local info that we used daily. This was our first experience with an owner rental - and I would definately recommend their condo. Everything was as agreed upon with absolutely no problems. I thank Robert & Ernie for their wonderful rental and overall great experience.
Recommended for:Girls getaway, families with teenagers, adventure seekers, romantic getaway, age 55+, sightseeing, families with young children.
trsè bel appartement
Guest: Dominique
(Couéron, France)
Date of Stay: 08/26/10
Review Submitted: 08/30/10
Appartement Très propre et Très Bien agence _ situé au sud de Los Angeles de Dans un Endroit tranquille - Moins de 200 mètres à de la Plage, Où les surfeurs aiment à loisir à s'entrainer ! La piscine et le spa complètent CET bel ensemble
Recommended for:Families with young children.
Relax your cares away...
Guest: Corson
(Minnesota )
Date of Stay: 07/03/10
Review Submitted: 08/02/10
What a beautiful condo in picturesque location! My family has stayed at many vacation homes and this is one of the nicest we have stayed at. The owners have thought of everything, from the well stocked kitchen, washer and dryer, board games, Wii and large screen TV to the beach gear to make you comfortable at the beach (many toys, boogie boards, and beach chairs). The owners have remodeled the condo with a very clean modern beach decor. The showers in the calming bathrooms are very relaxing. The beds are marvelous, the linens so soft and the pillow are awesome (we actually had to buy new pillows once we returned home, we were spoiled during the trip). The owners actually called us to make sure we made it to the condo okay and let us know where to watch the fireworks over the 4th and to always remember to wear sunscreen! They really made us feel extremely welcome! I would highly recommend that you stay at the this condo on Strands Beach the next time you visit Orange County. You will be glad that you did!
Recommended for:Girls getaway, families with teenagers, adventure seekers, romantic getaway, age 55+, tourists without a car, sightseeing, families with young children.
home away from home
Guest: Notwillis
(Middletown, CT USA)
Date of Stay: 04/20/10
Review Submitted: 05/28/10
The condo is decorated so tastefully I felt as if I were staying in a posh hotel, with the lovely tilework in the bathrooms and the plush bedding for sweet dreams. Every detail is well thought out so that all your needs for the perfect vacation are provided whether you are empty nesters like ourselves, or traveling with young children. We had a chance to check out some open houses while we were there and none of the other condos could hold a candle to this one. Everything here is new and clean and well-designed. Not only is the beach a stone's throw away, but on the last day we discovered San Clemente with it's quaint downtown...now we're going to have to come back since we only had a chance to sample two of its excellent eateries. I can't recommend this highly enough--not one complaint.
Recommended for:Girls getaway, families with teenagers, adventure seekers, romantic getaway, age 55+, sightseeing, families with young children.
posh hotel
Guest: Notwillis
(Middletown, CT USA)
Date of Stay: 04/20/10
Review Submitted: 05/28/10
The condo is decorated so tastefully I felt as if I were staying in a posh hotel, with the lovely tilework in the bathrooms and the plush bedding for sweet dreams. Every detail is well thought out so that all your needs for the perfect vacation are provided whether you are empty nesters like ourselves, or traveling with young children. We had a chance to check out some open houses while we were there and none of the other condos could hold a candle to this one. Everything here is new and clean and well-designed. Not only is the beach a stone's throw away, but on the last day we discovered San Clemente with it's quaint downtown...now we're going to have to come back since we only had a chance to sample two of its excellent eateries. I can't recommend this highly enough--not one complaint.
Recommended for:Girls getaway, families with teenagers, adventure seekers, romantic getaway, age 55+, sightseeing, families with young children.
Great Beach Condo
Guest: Oklahoma Indians
(Miami, OK USA)
Date of Stay: 05/04/10
Review Submitted: 05/24/10
We recently stayed at the beach condo the first week of May, 2010. It provided a cozy place for my husband, 3 children and I to spend time as a family during my husband's military leave. We could not have picked a better spot!! The comfortable furnishings, great kitchen and wonderful selection of movies made us feel right at home. It was also a great place to come home to after a long day at Disneyland. We loved Dana Point and the beach access was a short walk across the street. Truly made our trip one to remember. Thanks for everything!! Doug, Dolly, Sarah, Elosia and Sophia Miami, Oklahoma
Recommended for:Girls getaway, families with teenagers, romantic getaway, age 55+, sightseeing, families with young children.
Enjoyed Relaxing in your Lovely Home!
Guest: O'Connor
(Fullerton, CA)
Date of Stay: 03/25/10
Review Submitted: 05/19/10
Thank you so much for the wonderful week plus in your condo. Our family loved Dana Point & really enjoyed relaxing in your lovely home & on the beach. Weather was fabulous - we could not have asked for anything better & we used the trails around the area extensively! Looking forward to heading back home to our little dog but will look back at our time in Dana Point very fondly. Thanks again for everything! Wendy O. Chanhassen, Minnesota
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