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Castle By The Sea - Dana Point - Permit #16-0537

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Exterior
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a granite countertop.
A spacious living room with a fireplace, dining area, and a large TV screen displaying a beach scene.
A spacious living area with a staircase, a dining area, and a view of the outdoors.
A spacious living area with a dining table, a sofa, and a TV displaying a beach scene.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Doheny State Beach
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Balcony

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Living Room 1

1 King Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Number of living rooms
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Castle By The Sea - Dana Point - Permit #16-0537

Castle By The Sea is a highly rated vacation home rental in beautiful Dana Point, CA at the southern terminus of Pacific Coast Highway midway between Los Angeles and San Diego. A few miles South of Laguna Beach and 3 miles from Historic Mission San Juan Capistrano. It is close to the beach with great views, restaurants, parks, arts and festivals, dana point harbor, resorts and many wedding venues. You’ll enjoy your stay because of the location, the view, the peace and quiet and the homes’ comfort. My place is good for couples, business travelers, and families and many stay for weddings held locally due to it’s venue and beach close location. Dana Point Permit #16-0537
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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Jacuzzi on property is not included in rental 2 car limit Street cleaning in the morning on Tuesday and Wednesday AM Text upon departure
Two-Night Minimum Stay

Important information

You need to know

Property # 953002
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the neighborhood

Dana Point

Located in Lantern District, a neighborhood in Dana Point, this vacation home is near theme parks and by the sea. 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 Treasure Island Beach. Ocean Institute and Laguna Beach Paddle Boarding are also worth visiting. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking nearby.
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Dana Point, CA

What's nearby

  • Lantern Bay County Park - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Doheny State Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Dana Point Harbor - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Baby Beach - 3 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Salt Creek Beach Park - 4 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Laguna Niguel Station - 12 min drive
  • John Wayne Airport (SNA) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Doho Cafe - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Lantern's Edge - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪A's Burgers - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Castle By The Sea - Dana Point - Permit #16-0537 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Castle By The Sea - Dana Point - Permit #16-0537?

As of Aug 5, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Castle By The Sea - Dana Point - Permit #16-0537 on Aug 26, 2026 start from $538, 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 Castle By The Sea - Dana Point - Permit #16-0537?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Castle By The Sea - Dana Point - Permit #16-0537?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Castle By The Sea - Dana Point - Permit #16-0537 located?

Located in Lantern District, this vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Lantern Bay County Park and Doheny State Beach. Dana Point Harbor and South Day Use Beach are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 159 out of 170 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 170 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 170 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 170 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 170 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dustin P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fourth time staying. We love the property and the close proximity to Doheny Beach. So many great memories. Great amenities. Wonderful home.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sharline M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This home was exactly as the description stated. It was perfect for our family with easy proximity to the area.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alfredo G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a wonderful quiet beautiful house Enjoyed the stay and would recommend it
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location within easy distance to restaurants, shops and the beach. The house was well kept, nicely designed and clean. Cary was a considerate host, checking in with us about our arrival time and available to assist. The kitchen and bathrooms were well stocked with items you might need. Really appreciated the quality of toiletries.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Teri R.

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

Great Stay!

The home is beautiful and very comfortable. We all really enjoyed our stay in Dana Point.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Peter E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good location neat vibe
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Trevor K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house in a great area
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Louis M.

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

Great weekend stay

Clean house in a great location
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dustin P.

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

Amazing

Fantastic property in an incredible location. We have stayed here multiple times!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very cool property with an awesome location! The beach gear and towels were a lifesaver
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kevin M.

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

Great place for family

Cary was very accommodating, location to everything in Dana Point was incredible. Great views from the top of the castle!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia K.

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

Lantern District Weekend

Property is spacious and well equipped and the location is great!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Patricia F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cary was an excellent communicator and responded very quickly to all questions.
Stayed 28 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

R R.

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

Great house and awesome location!

We loved this home. Great layout and short walk to the beach. Enjoyed sitting outside and relaxing. Highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Steve G.

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

Quick getaway

We enjoyed our stay
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jamie B.

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

Great spot in Dana Point

We had a great stay at Castle by the Sea. The property was great, location was excellent - close to the beach, harbour, shops, and restaurants. We would definitely return here next time we visit!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gary J.

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

California getaway

Great place to stay in Dana Point/LA area. Cary was great and the house was too! Would definitely stay there again!!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christopher G.

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

Great location and house

The house was terrific, location was great, and we really enjoyed our stay. Would return.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Scott D.

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

Family get away

Great location- loved being able to walk to beach , parks and marina. Cary was a wonderful host/ property manager. If we are lucky enough to return to Dana Point would definitely try to rent this home again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed here for my daughter’s wedding and it was perfect. Nice sized rooms, kitchen well stocked and lots of balconies to hangout in. The location was great. It was close to the beach and venue. There are lots of stairs which we were fine with but did get a workout. Our host was also very responsive when I had questions.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Mary R.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location in a residential setting for accessing the beauty and commercial resources of Dana Point. Very quiet for sleep and home time. Host easy to reach and attentive. Beds comfortable and upstairs shower nicely updated. Kitchen well-stocked. A lesser drawback feom our perspective was that the House needs a thorough cleaning,including floors, window spiders, carpet shampoo needed, rugs in bathroom (washed ourselves), some dirty pans in cupboard. Overall, we enjoyed our stay and would be pleased to have the opportunity to rent the location again.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Savanah M.

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

Excellent Stay

We book the Castle by the Sea home for our Executive team's accommodation every year in conjunction with a local conference. Always wonderful to work with Cary, amazing home, location, and host!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Beautiful

Great communication with the host, beautiful house, and great location!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kris R.

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

Excellent facility

We really enjoyed our stay in Dana Point. Cary did a great job of communicating.
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brendan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property for a family vacation! Starting with the couch in the family room, so comfy! Kitchen has everything you need and my wife loved the fridge! Spacious bedrooms and bathrooms are great! And finally, our son loved the putting green! 5 min drive from the beach and great restaurants all around! Weill definitely come back again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

About the host

Hosted by Cary Short

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I am a father, digital media professional and love to share the Dana Point experience with others as a host

Why they chose this property

Perfect Southern California location to experience Dana Point and other Orange County coastal cities

What makes this property unique

Fully stocked home that has hosted many groups for weddings, family vacations and business travelers looking for a roomy, comfortable, clean home in a quiet location in Dana Point

Premier Host

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