Location: Catalina Island, Avalon, Los Angeles County & Catalina Island, California, USA
Accommodations: Beach House, 4 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 3 Baths (Sleeps 8-10)
The GRISHAM HOUSE: AVALON'S ONLY WATERFRONT BEACH HOUSE!
You can throw a stone into the water from our spacious 65 FOOT WIDE wrap around deck with SPECTACULAR, sweeping views across the harbor, the town, the beach and the ocean. This is the ideal place for dining, drinks, entertaining, sunbathing, playing cards or simply watching the world go by. You'll never want to leave!
We are superbly located just steps away from the beaches, shopping, restaurants, bars and all the recreational activities like swimming, snorkeling, scuba diving, fishing, parasailing, volleyball and the many great sightseeing tours which are available. We are also a very short, level walk from the boat dock.
Although our property is older, in the opinions of numerous repeat guests, our superior location and wonderful, relaxing and spectacular view decks is what attracts them to us year after year. Many of our regulars have been coming for more than 15 straight years.
This unit is located on the middle floor of a 3 story property. On the ground floor are 2 clothing/gift shops, a jet ski rental, an ocean rafting company and a psychic. The top floor contains our separate 1 bedroom vacation rental. Our Middle Floor Unit (14 steps up - No elevator) can sleep up to 10. It consists of:
- Bedroom with Queen bed & private 3/4 bath
- Bedroom with Double (full) bed & private 3/4 bath
- Narrow bedroom with two twin beds
- Bedroom with Queen bed & great harbor view.
- There is a 3rd Full Bathroom off the living room
- Extra Bedding: There is a Queen Sofa Bed in the Living Room
- 2 TV's, iPod Stereo, DVD/VCR Player
- Wireless Internet Access
- Gas BBQ
- Lovely new Kitchen completed in May 2008
WHY STAY ANYWHERE ELSE? Our property offers you the BEST location; the BEST beachfront viewing decks in town; and the BEST vacation rental value for your money. We get repeat guests year after year; you'll see why!
This property is best suited for 2 families; 1 large extended family or 3-4 couples. NOTE: Our Top (3rd) floor rental unit is a 1 bedroom 1 bath that sleeps 4 and has decks with great 270 degree views. See vrbo #66587 . These units can be rented together or separately. For large family vacations, the entire property can accommodate up to 14 people. There is no air conditioning, although it is usually not needed at the beach.
Sorry, but this is our family vacation home and it is not our policy to rent out to groups such as bachelor/bachlorette parties; fraternity/sorority parties, 21st birthdays, etc. Minimum age limits apply. NO SMOKING. NO Pets. 2 NIGHT MINIMUM.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided
- Beds
- Queen Bed
- Double Bed
- Twin/Single Bed
- Convertible Bed
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library
- Stereo System
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- View/Location
- Beach View
- Oceanfront
- Ocean View
- Waterfront, not Lake/Oceanfront. Ask for details
- Communications
- Telephone
- Other Amenities
- iPod Player
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Kid Friendly
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Rafting
- Kayaking
- Boating
- Parasailing
- Jet Skiing
- Swimming
- Snorkeling/Diving
- Biking
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Basketball Court
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
- Miniature golf
- Horseback Riding
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
SEPT 8-OCT 20, 2009 Sun-Thurs: $425/nt Fri-Sat: $475/nt Or $2850/wk
OCT 21-DEC 31, 2009 Sun-Thurs: $395/nt Fri-Sat: $425/nt Or $2600/wk
JAN 3-MARCH 13, 2010 Sun-Thurs: $375/nt Fri-Sat: $400/nt Or $2450/wk
MARCH 14-MAY 15, 2010 Sun-Thurs: $400/nt Fri-Sat: $450/nt Or $2650/wk
MAY 16-JUNE 17, 2010 Sun-Thurs: $425/nt Fri-Sat: $475/nt Or $2850/wk
JUNE 18-SEPT 6, 2010 $475/nt Or $2995/wk
Higher Rates Apply Around Major Holidays. 2 Nt Minimum (Except June-Sept)
Rates do not include 12% Avalon Bed Tax + $110 cleaning & $200-$400 Security
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Property Photos
- You're Not Dreaming - This Is Your Deck and View! - Avalon, California Real Estate
- This Is Your Waterfront Deck! - Avalon, California Real Estate
- Catalina's Only Waterfront Beach House! - Avalon, California Real Estate
- Here's Your View While Eating Or Playing Cards At The Table
- Beautiful Avalon Harbor (We're Located At The Bottom Right)
- Outstanding Views From The Living Room & Kitchen Area
- Queen Bedroom With Private 3/4 Bath
- Avalon's BEST Vacation Rental Value - Compare For Yourself
- Double Bed With Private 3/4 Bath
- New Kitchen in April 2008
- Twin Bedroom
- More Outstanding Views From Our Huge Deck
- Queen bedroom with great harbor view
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The Rush Family , La Mirada, CA
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This home was everything we hoped it would be! There were 5 couples and we fit just perfect. Although we experienced some May & June gloom, we didn't let it stop us from having a fantastic time. Thank you for sharing your home with us.
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One of the most memorable trips in all my 60 years. Great place to celebrate life - relaxed, stress free, wonderful island people and island charm. We'll be back for sure!
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Thank you for opening your house up for us. We loved the location. It was the perfect size for our extended family and we enjoyed eating most of our meals out on the deck with the incredible views. We recommend the kayaks and the glass bottom boat tour. For breakfast we liked Jack's the most.
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This was a great opportunity to explore Catalina Island and being right in the middle of town was great. The views are amazig and the house was cozy. We had some great family time here.
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It was so amazing to stay here. The view- oh my gosh! Our families from San Diego and San Mateo (all 10 of us) had the time of our lives. Thank you so much.
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Thank you for the great home you have created here. We had an incredble time and will never forget the time spent with family and friends.
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Melinda Huntoon , San Diego, CA
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Sheila BAiley , Emerald Hills CA
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What fun! Catalina was fabulous as always and we can't say enough about the accomodations. We will be back for sure. Thank you to the Grisham's and we hope the next lucky group that comes enjoys it as much as we did. By the way, our best meal was at Antonios.