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A California Dream Escape

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Outdoor dining
Living area
Room
Private kitchen
Room

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Costa Mesa, CA
  • Place, Orange County Fair and Events Center
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Upper Newport Bay Nature Preserve
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Orange Coast College
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Orange County, CA (SNA-John Wayne)
    ‪6 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

A California Dream Escape

Nestle in to this enchanted, fully refurbished, 1950s California dream home. Walk to Newport Beach's famous Back Bay, drive just 15 minutes to Disneyland or 3 miles to the best beaches in the area! Enjoy all the perks of a quiet and family friendly neighborhood, dine at one of the many local eateries, and escape into your private, fully fenced yard!
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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 18

Check out before 10:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:

Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3327062vb
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Costa Mesa

East Side Costa Mesa, a neighbourhood in Costa Mesa, is home to this cottage. South Coast Plaza and Fashion Island are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Anaheim Convention Center and Disney California Adventure® Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Angel Stadium of Anaheim or Honda Center. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and ecotours nearby.
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Costa Mesa, CA

What's nearby

  • Orange County Fair and Events Center - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Upper Newport Bay Nature Preserve - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Pacific Amphitheatre - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Costa Mesa Farmers' Market - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Orange Coast College - 4 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Tustin Station - 16 min drive
  • Orange County, CA (SNA-John Wayne) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Salty Horse - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Tonys Place - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Frank's Philadelphia - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Hola Adios Coffeeshop - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is A California Dream Escape pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at A California Dream Escape?

As of 13 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at A California Dream Escape on 31 Aug 2026 start from £184, 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 A California Dream Escape?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A California Dream Escape?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is A California Dream Escape located?

Located in East Side Costa Mesa, this cottage is 1 mi (1.6 km) from Orange County Fair and Events Center and within 3 miles (5 km) of Orange Coast College and Costa Mesa Country Club. Hoag Hospital is 2.9 mi (4.7 km) away.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quaint place. Clean and host was very responsive.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Jim F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was great to work with. Unit was neat & clean. Kitchen was well equipped. Outside area was nice & enclosed which worked well for our small dog. Street parkin was an issue couple of times & required parking block away.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert B.

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

quiet and safe

very nice area to walk and a very cozy place to stay
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Atman B.

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

Cute and comfortable cottage

Great location and beautiful property. Perfect cottage vibe and a true getaway in Costa Mesa. Whole family loved it and we will be back
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stacy S.

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

Perfect trip

This little place was perfect for what we were looking for. The rooms were cozy and the little outdoor area is private so we were easily able to play some board games outside. I will tag this place for future visits!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeff M.

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

Great Cali Stay

It was close to my cousins house so it made it convenient. It was great for our dogs since the yard was fenced off. Kitchen was well stocked. Location was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leslie V.

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

Hidden Gem!

Quiet, private gem of a bungalow! Just lovely!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hayley M.

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

Cute cottage

The cottage was cute and the outside area is great to hangout in. The host is very nice and responds quickly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian B.

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

11/10/24

Nice place
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Morton C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
The cottage was very pretty and set well. Charming, but not comfortable for four adults.One small bathroom, single sink and sunken ceramic tile shower was not safely accessible to most seniors over 65. A mid height toilet would be a plus. Each bedroom had its own negatives. A bed almost on the floor and the other so tight that my 105lb self had to approach the bed sideways. We had a great time being together but wouldn’t consider this property again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy W.

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

Lovely seclusion

This was very central to everything. Near by freeways easy access. Can walk to trails at back bay a mile down. If you have bikes take them and enjoy. Lovely people and lots of awesome Restaurants. Our place was very private and had a nice yard!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Comfortable CA cottage

Lovely stay at this comfortable little cottage. We were here for a few days to move daughter into OCC and the location was perfect. Quiet neighborhood. Beds were comfortable. Kitchen had everything needed. Vintage feel made it unique. For those staying longer a washer/dryer could be a helpful addition.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew V.

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

Enjoyed our stay!

We recently stayed at this charming spot and overall, it was a great experience! While the place has an older vibe, it’s incredibly comfortable, making it feel like a cozy home away from home. The outdoor setting is truly a highlight—perfect for relaxing and enjoying the scenery. The only downside was the lack of a few essential kitchen supplies, which made cooking a bit tricky at times. If they could address that, it would elevate the stay even more. However, I would definitely recommend this place for anyone looking for a peaceful retreat!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Tina T.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Need new furnitures

The chair in the living area broke when we lift it up. One of the patio chair legs were old that when a member in the family sat down it bend all the way to the ground. This person only weight 130s lbs, not 200 lbs. Another outdoor chair had a big hold in the seat already cover up by a cushion. The place could use a good cleaning and check on their furniture’s inside and outside.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Mitchell B.

Liked: Check-in, communication

Could be better. Tired and dated

The coziness of the images is in reality, simply a dark interior with insufficient light. The vines across the top of the cottage entry were dead, also detracting from basic features. The windows and doors do not function as well as would be expected, with a bedroom door that was very difficult to lock once open. Amenities included a coffee maker, but the 1990s coffee maker was actually found in a lower cabinet. No directions on how to use the TVs and no standard cable option. recommendations to the owner - paint the interior a light color. Improve the lighting, remodel the kitchen with new appliances, counter tops and cabinets. Improve the flooring throughout. Improve the yard area, fencing off the back half of the yard that is primarily dead grass and dirt. Upgrade your furniture and fixtures and you will be able to charge significantly more and stay full more often. Make sure toilets function perfectly. don't ever ask a guest to assemble an umbrella you just bought for the outdoor area. Trim and upgrade the landscape. Overall, take advantage of the location and upgrade the property. It will be worth it. Until then, I would not recommend anyone stay there....
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deidre S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

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Hosted by Rosanna Rocker

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