216WC - Budget-friendly Top Victorian Triplex Unit, Roof top Deck + 2 Blocks to
216 Whittley - Unit C - Avalon Apartment Budget-friendly vacation rental Views, views, views!!!
This is the upper and largest unit of this Victorian triplex. Only a couple of blocks up the hill and 26 steps to get to the top, but well worth the climb. Both bedrooms have a queen bed, and there is a double Murphy bed in the living room. This unit boasts lots of sunshine and ocean views from the living area and the large rooftop deck. It offers an open floor plan, fully equipped kitchen, 43-inch flat panel TV with satellite, VCR and DVD players, stereo, BBQ, and a small library of books, games and extras are there for your enjoyment. No smoking. 216WC
Note: Spiral staircase in living room is closed up, to access rooftop deck you must use the stairs outside behind kitchen.
QUIET HOURS: 9:00 p.m. and 8:00 a.m. (use of outdoor areas strictly prohibited).
This vacation home rents on a nightly basis (2 night minimum, holidays and selected dates excepted; 3 night minimum mid-June through Labor Day).
Maximum Occupancy: 6 people / Bedroom 1: Queen Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen | Bedroom 3: Queen Bed | Living Room: Murphy Bed Full
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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
About the neighborhood
Avalon
Located in Avalon, this vacation home is by the sea. Travelers looking for local activities can try Avalon Port and Catalina Island Golf Course, while those looking to experience a bit of culture can stop by Catalina Island Museum. Three Palms Avalon Arcade and Nature Center at Avalon Canyon are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling.
Catalina Island Visitor Center - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
Catalina Casino - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Avalon Port - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
Descanso Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
Getting around
Avalon, CA (AVX-Catalina) - 61 min drive
Restaurants
Catalina Island Brew House - 5 min walk
Pancake Cottage - 7 min walk
Descanso Beach Club - 12 min walk
The Sandtrap - 11 min walk
Bluewater Avalon - 3 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is 216WC - Budget-friendly Top Victorian Triplex Unit, Roof top Deck + 2 Blocks to pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at 216WC - Budget-friendly Top Victorian Triplex Unit, Roof top Deck + 2 Blocks to?
As of Jun 1, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 216WC - Budget-friendly Top Victorian Triplex Unit, Roof top Deck + 2 Blocks to on Aug 28, 2026 start from $462, 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.
What time is check-in at 216WC - Budget-friendly Top Victorian Triplex Unit, Roof top Deck + 2 Blocks to?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at 216WC - Budget-friendly Top Victorian Triplex Unit, Roof top Deck + 2 Blocks to?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is 216WC - Budget-friendly Top Victorian Triplex Unit, Roof top Deck + 2 Blocks to located?
Situated by the sea, this vacation home is within a 5-minute walk of Three Palms Avalon Arcade and Catalina Island Museum. Catalina Island Visitor Center and Avalon Port are also within 15 minutes.
Reviews
8.4
Very Good
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
I saved 700.00 over similar accommodations. Everything was as advertised. Great view of Harbor. Super quiet building considering it overlooks the harbor.
Two new visitors to island. Fabulous house and view. House clean well stocked. Easy walk to town. Geat time would use site again. Happy visitors.
Irene T.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 2, 2025
Thank you for the kind review. We're delighted to hear that you had a wonderful time at our property and that the house met your expectations. We strive to provide a comfortable and well-equipped experience for all our guests. Your feedback is greatly appreciated, and we look forward to welcoming you back in the future.
Verified
8/10 Good
Mike
Sep 13, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Property had a beautiful view but needs updating
Mike
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Response from 216WC - Budget-friendly Top Victorian Triplex Unit, Roof top Deck + 2 Blocks to on Sep 24, 2025
Thank you for your feedback. We appreciate your notice of the view and understand the need for updates. We're working to improve the property and hope to provide an even better experience in the future. Your input is valuable to us.
This was a lovely, comfortable home with an incredible view in the house and on the upstairs porch. It was a nice distance from the town.
Maura R.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified
6/10 Okay
Steve M.
Aug 5, 2025
Liked: Check-in, communication
Check-in easy. Kitchen average, amenities on weak side.Was clean, but broken or not working items.Very steep and narrow stairs leading up to the property.Strange layout of the house with 2 bathrooms next to each other on one side of the house.
I really enjoyed the property. It had all of the amenities that I needed for a comfortable stay. We had a hard time with the TV though. Just be prepared to hike up a kind of steep hill to get there. I really didn't research the street that we were renting on. Other than that we had a great time.
Verified traveler
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified
6/10 Okay
Nightingale
May 13, 2024
Liked: Amenities, communication
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
I really enjoyed staying at the property, everything is great except the one big issue I had was there is a mold growing in the light fixtures and lots of water damage which is allowing the mold to grow. I have bad asthma so I had an asthma attack the same night I stayed and daily until I left on Sunday. They communicate quickly but the mold issue is so bad. Family that was staying at a hotel also mentioned the strong mildew smell upon stepping in the property to see our view. If they took care of the mold issue we would stay again due to the views and space!
Services below any standard, first-night nightmare, horrible host
We arrive at the property on 06/19/2024 evening. We discovered that there were only 4 pillows at the property and 3 blankets for 6 people. One of the legs of a murphy bed was broken. As soon as we discovered issues, we contacted the management company and the host. No response until next morning. My friend had to use two cans of paint found at the property to put under the broken bed to be able to sleep the first night, and we had to use pillows from a sofa to sleep that night.
The next morning somebody showed up, assessed the issues, assured us that they will send somebody to fix the bed, provide 2 pillows, but said that only 3 blankets are standard for this property, one for each bed. On a question how people from different families should sleep under one blanket, there was no response. They dare to decide how we should sleep! The issue with the bed was fixed, they provided two pillows and one blanket eventually, so the 2nd and the 3rd nights were ok. I demanded refund for the first night from the host, but the host refused to take any responsibilities for the first night and to give a partial refund motivating it by the fact the everything was fixed the next day. BTW, the host did not contacted us right after the booking as many other hosts do, introducing themselves and the property, wishing a pleasant stay. The host contacted me only after my demand to issues a partial refund. Stay away from this property and this host.
Had an overall great experience... the rental was clean and spacious.. beautiful views from the main windows all day long. With two bathrooms there was pleanty of space in the smaller one which catered to the men and larger one accommodated the women perfectly. The ceiling fan in the back room wasnt working and maintenance immediately came and put a window fan in to aid in our comfortabilty as it was hot that weekend. The property was quiet and serene. The roof top deck was a great feature for cooling off in the evening and watching the sun set.. just a short up hill walk (which should not be taken lightly was something to get use to and provided some much needed cardio) from the main street with nice restaurants on both corners. Im very satisfied with my choices to stay at this location and will be glad to stay here again in the future .
Very affordable property, comes with two full bathrooms and two bedrooms along with a Murphy bed in the living room and a full size couch.
I went with a group of five men so two of them had to snuggle.
A lot of vacation rentals in Catalina have golf carts. This one did not which would have been a very nice bonus.
The location is excellent. It's close enough to the waterfront to have great views from both inside the unit and the rooftop patio but far enough that it's quiet and you don't get a lot of noise and foot traffic from the tourists.
Highly recommend
The unit is 50 yards or so above the main thoroughfare, so it's very close to everything. The walk is uphill, and another 20+ steps are required to reach the actual front door. If mobility is an issue, this may not the place for you.
It has a full kitchen with full-sized refrigerator, and is appointed with plenty of utensils, plates/bowls, Mr. Coffee machine (not Keurig), coffee filters, spices, and so on. The furniture is fairly basic and a little dated, but met our needs. Some of the blinds do not work, and neither did any of the ceiling fans. The owners immediately provided brand new box fans, but they weren't quite as effective. We opened the windows to let in adequate breezes, so we were fine. Many of the window blinds were broken. You might want to check if the ceiling fans are working if that's important.
The highlight was the rooftop deck, where we spent most of our time when we were at the house. Many of the chairs were already broken when we arrived, but we made do with the 2 or 3 that were usable. The owners really need to remove and replace the old, broken ones. The view of the beach, boardwalk, and cruise ships was fantastic, and it was a perfect place to eat breakfast, watch the sunset AND sunrise, and drink a cup of coffee. It was also a private deck, intended only for our use, though we heard people moving chairs on the roof and talking loudly late on our first night. It only happened that first night.
Overall, I would definitely consider this place again, but reconsider if you have mobility issues. It would be near perfect if they would fix the minor items I mentioned.
Biggest Perks are the Location and Roof Deck with Oceanview
This condo suited our needs and our main requirements of being walkable to downtown Avalon, having an outdoor space with ocean view, clean, and being spacious enough for our family of five. We did appreciate the management company let us know we could check in early. The condo itself is like a 2-star hotel. Furnishings are shabby and the chairs on the roof deck look like they'll give way to the next person to sit down. Toiletries were sparse so bring your own, including soap. At other rentals, I've found a welcome binder of recommended sites and restaurants as well as key contacts - like taxis helpful. This property did not have this. The rental booking was also more time consuming than I've experience because the management company requires signing more contracts and providing copy of your license and credit card (either over unsecure email or at their office). Next time, I think we'll look for a different spot on Catalina.
Amazing view! The property is dated, furniture is old and a hodge podge of random things. There are newer appliances in the kitchen. The location is good but there is a hill to walk up and stairs to access the property. It was fine for our family, but if you are pushing a stroller or have any kind of physical limits/struggles it might be difficult. The 180 degree views are what made this property enjoyable. Our favorite times spent onsite were on the rooftop enjoying the view.
We absolutely loved the location of this place, neighbors were awesome, upstairs outdoor patio was perfect with a gorgeous view. Comfortable beds, even the Murphy bed.
All in all it was great!
Great set up, outdoor patio was incredible and by far the best feature. Only downside was the hill to get up to the property from the main part of town. And apparently there is an easy Whitley as well as a west Whitley so don’t trust google on directions
Renting this property through Vrbo was so easy. Communication with the rental team was great. No problems with a quick response always.
The cottage was just as advertised. We thoroughly enjoyed our visit. Great location with a bit of an uphill walk but that was ok because of the view from the cottage and top patio. Excellent time!!
The overall view is why this review had two stars. Other than that it was old amenities and door knobs that were semi falling off the door. No trash bags to clean nor any soap when cleaning is required. Overall professionalism when checking in is far below par. We were told that we could check in early and when we went to check in we were told we need to wait 4 hours. Customer service was just not there. I will definitely not be using this company again.
Garrett I.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 31, 2020
We are very sorry to hear that your experience with this house was not good. It's obvious that it needs some attention from our team. Thank you so much for alerting us to this important matter.
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