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Wow location, near beaches/Harbor, shopping, restaurants, close to Ohana grounds

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A dining area with a white table set for four, a sofa, and a view of the street.
A marina filled with numerous boats, surrounded by residential buildings and a mountain in the background.
A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, a ceiling fan, and artwork on the walls.
A modern living room with a grey sofa, a white coffee table, and a ceiling fan. There is a painting of sailboats on the wall and a mirror with a woven frame.
A modern living room with a grey sofa, white coffee table, and a painting of sailboats.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Arcade/game room
    A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade/game room.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Doheny State Beach

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Dog-friendly
  • Arcade/game room
  • Barbecue grill
  • Refrigerator
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Dana Point, CA
  • Place, Lantern Bay County Park
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Doheny State Beach
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Dana Point Harbor
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, Orange County, CA (SNA-John Wayne)
    ‪36 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Twin Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

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About the neighborhood

Dana Point

Lantern District, a neighborhood in Dana Point, is home to this cottage. Dana Point Harbor and Pelican Hill Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Doheny State Beach and Crystal Cove State Park. Ready for a night out? Consider Knolls Restaurant and La Ventura Event Center. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and ecotours.
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Dana Point, CA

What's nearby

  • Lantern Bay County Park - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Doheny State Beach - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Dana Point Harbor - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Baby Beach - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Salt Creek Beach Park - 4 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • San Juan Capistrano Depot - 13 min drive
  • John Wayne Airport (SNA) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Truly Pizza - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Lantern's Edge - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Wow location, near beaches/Harbor, shopping, restaurants, close to Ohana grounds pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Wow location, near beaches/Harbor, shopping, restaurants, close to Ohana grounds?

As of Oct 24, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Wow location, near beaches/Harbor, shopping, restaurants, close to Ohana grounds on Jan 31, 2027 start from $504, 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.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Wow location, near beaches/Harbor, shopping, restaurants, close to Ohana grounds?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Wow location, near beaches/Harbor, shopping, restaurants, close to Ohana grounds?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Wow location, near beaches/Harbor, shopping, restaurants, close to Ohana grounds located?

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

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 35 out of 46 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 46 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 46 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 46 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 46 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Enjoyable stay

Well stocked and good location. We enjoyed our stay and would stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 9, 2021
We were delighted hosting you. Please return anytime.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Very cute and well maintained cottage wit easy access to many great beaches,shops and restaurants.

We had a great time , really enjoy the quaint and peaceful cottage while being able to enjoy the many attractions and natural beauty of this area.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2017
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 17, 2020
You left the house in great condition. Thank you very much. It will be a privilege and a pleasure to welcome you back. Regards, Alex
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect location!

Enjoyed our stay for a family wedding! This cute cottage was close to the harbor, beaches and hotel resorts.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 28, 2021
Thank you for staying at our house. Please come back anytime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location. Great communication. Comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 29, 2025
Thank you very much for staying with us. You are a perfect guest. Please return to beautiful Dana Point.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Ohana

Great spot. Great location to everything. Great clean home. Loved it.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 27, 2024
Thank you for your 5 star review. Please return soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Dana Point Stay

Absolutely a gem! Quiet neighborhood,very clean,great restaurants near by. Would definitely be interested in coming back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 17, 2020
It was a pleasure to host you and your family. Please return!
Archival

8/10 Good

Great Cottage in an excellent location!

We enjoyed our stay. The home is on a quiet street in an excellent location. Thanks for having us! The only item I’d correct is the Home needs a/c for hot afternoons.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2017
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 17, 2020
It is always great to know that our guests enjoyed their stay. In the description of the house it is clear that there is no a/c but the house has many windows and fans in every room. When the windows are open and the fans are blowing the Pacific ocean breeze is exhilarating. Considering the rate, proximity to the water, the long driveway and a yard in the back the house represents a superb value. We are striving for 5 stars every time and will do our best to achieve it.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little cottage convenient to everything in Dana Point. Very clean, very comfortable beds, most of what you need in the kitchen. Took advantage of the back patio to read in the afternoon, very private. The neighborhood is very quiet. Walkable to restaurants, and everything in the Lantern district. Great communication from the host. Definitely looking forward to staying here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 1, 2025
Thank you for your 5-star review. Please come back soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location! Great house!

Alex was very easy to communicate with and a wonderful host. The house was very clean, it is in a quiet neighborhood with easy access to restaurants, coffee shops, the harbor and the beaches. San Juan Capistrano is so vibrant now with great downtown happenings and this house is so close. Thank you for a great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 26, 2020
If I am a wonderful host you are a wonderful guest. It was a please hosting you. San Juan Capistrano is indeed minutes away and is heavenly for the Mexican food lovers. Please come back anytime. Thank you.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Charming beach cottage

This home has a fantastic central location in a quiet neighborhood. The house had plenty of parking and garage . We had everything we needed and felt at home. Alexander was a pleasure to work with and we would highly recommend this Home. We hope to return again soon.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2018
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 17, 2020
It was a pleasure to host you. We are looking forward to your return. Alex
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Dana Point vacation

Pros Great location in Dana Point Very clean and quiet Room for one car in driveway, possibly 2 small cars. Cons Description says it will sleep 6, we booked for 5 and paid the extra charge. However there were only 4 bath towels and minimal bedding - luckily 3 of our party couldn’t make it - I don’t think it would have worked for 5. It was fine for two. Very bare bones amenities in terms of toiletries and some of the nice touches of home, however the kitchen was well stocked with cooking utensils The outside areas could use some attention
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 26, 2022
The driveway next to the house is quite long. 2 big cars can easily fit in. Visually it may look shorter than it is but in reality it is long. Once the porch is passed 2 more cars can fit in. There is a queen size bed in the master bedroom (for 2 guests), in the second bedroom a bed unfolds into 2 twins and in the living room 2 futons that can be unfolded as well. Since everybody is different and we cannot possibly guess the usage of toiletries. Therefore, it is stated in our home page that we provide the starter kits. In the outside area we have a table and an umbrella for 6. Glad you enjoyed the location and proximity to the water/Harbor. Thank you for the 4-star review. Please come back. You can rest assured that next time around will do our best to earn a 5-star review from you.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Summer stay

My little family stayed at this place for a week during July. It is in a great location at Dana point and close to doheney beach. The place was very clean, back patio was nice and there was even beach chairs, umbrella and a few toys for the beach. Having a washer and dryer was very nice. We did have to use fans at night to keep the temperature down and the one time we were there during the day time it did get quiet hot in the house. We were there during one of the hottest times of the year. I recommend this place for those wanting a close beach experience and a nice quiet neiborhood. We did end up driving to the beach due to having so much to carry.
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 17, 2020
Thank you very much for staying at the cottage. Dana Point is currently undergoing a major renovation. If it is a great place now in the future it will even be better. It would be a privilege to welcoming you again.
Verified review

8/10 Good

A lovely little home base

This humble cottage is located on a quiet street and within walking distance to the Dana Point waterfront. I enjoyed watching 4th of July fireworks from the park overlooking the waterfront. The home was stocked with many basic necessities and if I needed anything, I need only ask and was quickly accommodated. For the heat intolerant, there is no AC. The breeze through the open windows were adequate enough due to the low humidity. We did have what I believe to be record temperatures on one day of my stay where my phone thermometer 🌡 registered 105. On that day, we hid in the shade of the small palm tree out back, with cold drinks and ice compresses. That was NOT typical weather for Dana Point. I only mention this at all for people with medical issues who may need to consider this. If I could make a request for this VRBO, I would request steak knives for the kitchen and a small container kept in the garage that someone might use to soak their feet on a hot day. Unfortunately, I missed the opportunity to sail. I’m hoping to return to this VRBO. It felt like Home.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2018
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 17, 2020
It was a pleasure meeting your needs at our beach house. We get mostly 5 stars and occasionally 4. Please rest assured that on your next stay with us you will find the steak knives. We will do our best to get your highest rating. Thank you.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Thanksgiving in Dana Point

We drove out to visit our son who is stationed at Camp Pendleton. The house was perfect for our Thanksgiving with my wife, our daughter, son, and the family dog.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Dec 5, 2021
You and your family are great. Please thank your son for his service. Please come back anytime. Merry Xmas to you and your family.
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
Disliked: Location, listing accuracy

If you don't mind staying in a dump this is the place for you.

Our stay here was awful.I don’t suggest bringing a pet since the yard is not enclosed. This place is basically an old dumpy place but it was clean. There is no air conditioning so it was unbelievably hot. I would not recommend staying here.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Dec 6, 2021
When I related complaints from the neighbors about excessive dog barking the guests became very angry and agitated. Ohh...well...
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Good

Replace the shower curtain rod. Lengthen the string for the light in. The closet
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 13, 2021
Thank you for staying at our house. Please come back.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A fabulous beach cottage!

Easy to find, sparkling clean, well appointed, and very convenient to everything in the area. A nice safe and quiet neighborhood. We loved the home! We will come again! Alex was great to communicate with. We felt at home! Lovely!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on May 20, 2021
Thank you, the house is indeed beautiful in a spectacular location. Please return!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location

Great spot with everything we needed. Host was quick at answering any questions I had.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on May 20, 2021
It was a pleasure hosting you. Please do not book this house again. Thank you.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Location convenient

Excellent location in Dana Point.
Stayed 21 nights in Sep 2020
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 28, 2020
It was a pleasure hosting you. Glad we could meet your expectations.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Attention Owner

1. Could not chg bulb in bdrm. Fixture hardware too tight. 2. Kitchen faucet stuck non movable All else was nice and no problwms.. Bobby Salber
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2020
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 5, 2020
Thank you Bob!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Stay Dana Point

The beach cottage was as advertised. Older property in a quiet neighborhood. Quite small, very clean. All that I require. Walking distance to the harbor. Met my family there for coffee in the mornings. Easy drive, easy walk. Steps protrude into the driveway. One car fits easily, two if small. Thank you for making this property available. Joyce
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 7, 2020
Thank you for staying with us. Please come back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place in Dana Point

The property was great and exactly what we needed for our family of three and our dog. Close to everything and cozy!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 17, 2020
Thank you. Please come back soon! You and your family are very special!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Clean and comfortable cottage

The cottage was very clean and comfortable In a very nice neighborhood right off of PCH. Convenient to stores and restaurants. A bit of a distance to the harbor but lovely views for most of the walk. I’m always grateful when owners are open to allowing dogs since they are furry family. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2019
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 7, 2020
You are welcome to return anytime. Thank you for booking and staying at our house.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Dana Point Cottage

We really enjoyed this property. It was cute and comfortable and the perfect distance from so many things. The patio was awesome and a great way to unwind after the day. The only things we didn't have were wash clothes and dish towels. The only improvement I could suggest was maybe some weather stripping on the exterior doors - you could see light on all sides. Definitely would stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 17, 2020
It was a pleasure to host you in beautiful Dana Point. We are glad you liked the private patio, home location and it’s proximity to the beach, Marina, stores and restaurants. We will do our best to receive the top rating. Thank you. Alex
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Beach House in Dana Point

Our VRBO stay in Dana Point was a wonderful vacation for our family. So close to the harbor and beach and an unexpected bonus that the Whale and Dolphin Festival fell exactly the time we were there. The beach house was very comfortable and clean. Everything we needed was there except a stool to reach the tall cupboards in the kitchen. A handicap for us short people. We casually looked for one but did not find it. Perhaps next time we will gift one to the house. Definitely will consider this property again.
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 17, 2020
Thank you for staying at our beach house. We are doing our utmost to provide our guests with the best possible beach experience.
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