Charming cottage in eclectic Sunset Beach, California. Out the front door and across the street you're on the sand in one of Orange County's finest beaches, celebrated in Beach Boys songs
Perfect for a couple, or a couple with up to two children, the cottage has a queen bed in the bedroom and a sleeper-sofa in the front room. Loveable kitchen fulfills all your cooking needs.
Rare in Sunset Beach, the house has a 20' by 20' outdoor space, grill and outdoor shower.
The house has one reserved parking spot right in front of the house by the front gate. In addition, Sunset Beach has two rows of public parking running the entire mile of the town.
Note: From October 2025 to November 2026 (with a break for Summer 2026), the Sunset Beach Sanitary District will be improving the sewer system under the greenbelt across from the cottage. This does not effect parking or beach access and is largely underground.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill
Fireplace
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Out of deference to full-time neighbors, please understand that smoking marijuana in public is illegal. See Health and Safety Code section 11362.3.
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number STR-2024-0199
We should mention
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Huntington Beach
Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Sunset Beach, a neighbourhood in Huntington Beach. RMS Queen Mary and Medieval Times are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Huntington Beach Pier and Long Beach Cruise Terminal. Check out an event or a game at Long Beach Convention and Entertainment Center, and consider making time for Aquarium of the Pacific, a top attraction not to be missed. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking, scuba diving and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours.
Bolsa Chica Ecological Reserve - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
Getting around
Orange Station - 21 min drive
Long Beach, CA (LGB-Long Beach Municipal) - 21 min drive
Restaurants
SeaLegs at the beach - 11 min walk
Green Cheek Beer Company - 10 min walk
Jack in the Box - 7 min walk
Golden Road Brewing - 19 min walk
Starbucks - 18 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Historic beachside home in charming Sunset Beach pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Historic beachside home in charming Sunset Beach?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Historic beachside home in charming Sunset Beach?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Historic beachside home in charming Sunset Beach located?
Located in Sunset Beach, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Bolsa Chica State Beach, Huntington Beach Beaches and Orange County Coast. Bolsa Chica Ecological Reserve is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) away.
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Cute house in an ideal beach location. The sand is right across a small street. Easy walking distance to restaurants and shops around Sunset Beach and the marina. The hosts are very gracious and easy to communicate with. Absolutely loved it and hope to come back here again!
Want the beach? You’ve got it at this cozy cottage. Loved our stay and will be back. Like coffee shops? We walked down the block to Succulent every morning. September is also the perfect time to visit. The weather was picture perfect.
All went great. My only complaint is the mattress was very soft and felt like a canyon in the middle. Didn’t sleep well at all, but the daughter enjoyed sleeping on the couch other than that the place was very clean very cute and nice.
We enjoyed are stay and will definitely be back. It was the perfect location for us. Close to the beach and the many great locales that I love. We like it quiet and this was exactly our experience.
The cottage is clean and cute, the bed and pillows are comfortable. Access to the beach is easy and VERY close by. You can see the water from the front windows. The beach is not crowded, even on the weekends. The kitchen is well stocked. The toaster oven was a nice touch. I ate at the house most of the time, except for 2 visits to the Calico Fish House on 19th Street. There are many other restaurants in Sunset Beach, but so far Calico is my favorite. An added plus is that it is seed oil free. Seal beach is 7 minutes away with 3 blocks of shopping and eateries. Host Robert is quick to respond to any questions. I will want to stay here again.
My family and I had a wonderful time staying here. The only thing we felt a little disappointed with is the pull out couch is covered due to the arms being broken so my child wasn’t able to use the bed function. Other then that, the house exceeded our expectations, so close to the beach, great neighborhood, and amazing patio.
This little cottage was perfect for me and my husband. The property had everything we needed with functional kitchen, comfortable bed and nice family room area. Best of all is we were walking on the beach in less than one minute!
What an adorable and comfortable home away from home! It was perfect for me, my husband and 2 kiddos (8 & 3). The house was clean and in a perfect location. Would definitely stay here again.
This place was perfect for my wife and I for a get-away weekend.
The location is awesome. Close to beach and great for a walking since it’s near the bike path. Also close to other surrounding beaches, shops, and restaurants.
We would definitely stay here again if in the area.
Adorable bungalow with amazing outdoor space and steps from the beach.
“I love you, little bungalow” -Lucy, 4 years old.
We loved another stay in sunset beach. What a special neighborhood. Robert is a wonderful host and we enjoyed our time immensely.
Came to California for a soccer trip at Silverlakes in Norco. This property was just what we needed to have beach time and enjoy watching our daughter play during the day. The location is the absolute best. We enjoyed morning walks along the beach, after and happy so hour drinks at local spots. So many choices for food and drinks, family friendly ones too! The patio space was amazing to chill and listen to the neighborhood or the best views from the patio when you want some sunshine, a bit of people watching and fun interacting with the neighbors and surf community. Definitely plan to look up the house on our next trip to California, would stay here again for sure!
This VRBO listing is a must stay. This is a perfect place for 2 people. It is a friendly neighborhood, ton of walkable restaurants, nice walking trail down the street that follows the beach and extremely quick beach access right out the front door. Would recommend to everyone!
Joseph A.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
About the host
Hosted by Robert Little
Robert and Shirley live nearby in Sunset Beach and enjoy hosting people seeking a fun, beach trip. We love the nearby restaurants, bars, and shops. But our main love is the ocean, and the quiet cottage across the street from the beach.
Why they chose this property
This house overlooks Sunset Beach's calm greenbelt, where you sit out and watch the people and dogs pass by.
What makes this property unique
A ground-level outdoor space is perfect for reading, sunning, or grilling. The outdoor shower is lovely after an ocean swim or sunbathing on the sand.
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests