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359CA: Charming Family Home, 3 Blocks to Beach, Restaurants and Shops

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue grill
  • Balcony
  • Massages in spa
  • Internet access

Explore the area

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Avalon, CA
  • Place, Catalina Island Museum
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Catalina Island Visitor Center
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Avalon Port
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Avalon, CA (AVX-Catalina)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

4 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Living Room/Sofa Bed

1 Double Sofa Bed

Second Ensuite Bedroom

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Primary Ensuite Bathroom

Second Ensuite Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area

About this property

359CA: Charming Family Home, 3 Blocks to Beach, Restaurants and Shops

This charming, historic Catalina home was recently refreshed and is ready for your family to kick back, relax and enjoy island life. It has a great corner lot location on upper Catalina Avenue, which means it's just a quick walk to the golf course and Country Club or three short blocks to shopping, restaurants and the beach. If offers indoor dining with French doors to the side patio where you can barbecue or enjoy sitting outdoors. Three bedrooms (Q, twins with trundles, double & twin) and the 3/4 bath are upstairs, and one bedroom (Q) and the full bath with a tub and unique "semi-outdoor" shower are located downstairs. This is a perfect vacation home for a large or extended family or two small families that want to share! A total of 1494 SQ Feet. 359CA | | | This vacation home rents on a nightly basis (2 night minimum, holidays and selected dates excepted; 3 night minimum mid-June through Labor Day). QUIET HOURS: 9:00 p.m. and 8:00 a.m. (use of outdoor areas strictly prohibited). ***There is construction going nearby that will affect the access to the patio during from April - December 2025. There will still be access to use the BBQ.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 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

Important information

You need to know

Property # 985008vb
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 and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Avalon

Located in Avalon, this holiday home is by the sea. Catalina Island Museum and Avalon Theater are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Three Palms Avalon Arcade and Nature Center at Avalon Canyon. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking/biking trails.
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Avalon, CA

What's nearby

  • Catalina Island Museum - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Catalina Island Visitor Center - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Avalon Port - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Catalina Island Golf Course - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Catalina Casino - 13 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Avalon, CA (AVX-Catalina) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Catalina Island Brew House - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Pancake Cottage - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Descanso Beach Club - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪The Sandtrap - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Bluewater Avalon - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is 359CA: Charming Family Home, 3 Blocks to Beach, Restaurants and Shops pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 359CA: Charming Family Home, 3 Blocks to Beach, Restaurants and Shops?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 359CA: Charming Family Home, 3 Blocks to Beach, Restaurants and Shops?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 359CA: Charming Family Home, 3 Blocks to Beach, Restaurants and Shops located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Catalina Island Medical Center, Catalina Island Visitor Center and Catalina Island Museum. Avalon Pier and Three Palms Avalon Arcade are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 47 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 47 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 47 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 47 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 47 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

6/10 Okay

Jack H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Amazing location and history in this house.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Sept, 2025
Thank you for your kind words. We're delighted you appreciated the location and history. We look forward to welcoming you back.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Monica H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cool Catalina house! 6 adults, 4 kids fit comfortably. We had a great stay. Location was perfect for access to all things. Grocery store was a block away. Communication was great - we appreciated an early check in and late check out since we were there for a lacrosse tournament that ended later in the day.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James S.

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

Birthday stay

Great place with a lot of history. Would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Mar, 2025
Thank you for the positive review! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed your stay and found the historical significance of the property to be meaningful. Your feedback is greatly appreciated, and we look forward to welcoming you back in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jon Hervi C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It's an old house which we don't mind and has plenty of history in it. We have never been to any rental house that has the owners photos and it shows how proud they are with their family. The space is just right for 7 adults and 2kids. Property manager is responsive too.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Gisella W. T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
we had a problem with the dishwasher and were not able to wash dishes. fortunately the property had lots of table and dishware that it didnt create a problem.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stacy A.

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

Great island getaway.

Safe location, great house with tons of character. Would definitely stay there again. Lots of room for a big group.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Arnulfo M.

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

Our Stay

Excellent location, close to business area, easy access to port, beach, and night life. Enjoyed our stay, house was comfortable, clean, and roomy.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rob W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a great time and good location down the street from the main part of town. We have stayed closer, but it gets noisy during the later hours, especially on the weekends. This was close enough and quiet enough to enjoy all the amenities. Check in and check out was a breeze. Thanks for having us!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was an amazing stay , house very comfortable but could use more wash clothes, very comfy & only 2 blocks from the beach from town , around the corner is Vons , the house was clean and had everything we needed, pots pans dishes , water toys. Chairs for the beach
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lyn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The house and views exceeded our expectations.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lauren S.

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

Family Reunion

Perfect house for our group of cousins. So easy to access and quiet part of Avalon. Loved all the fun family memorabilia!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Doug B.

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

Island Cottage

Lots of space with 6 beds, more than enough for 6 adults. Decor was homey and comfortable. Gas fireplace was a plus!! Having a golf cart would have made it ideal, but the walk to town was easy. Vons supermarket at the end of the block was also great.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laurence S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Loved the home

Perfect setup for us. My daughter and her husband loved the “outside” shower and private downstairs room and the upstairs for us was perfect. Clean and nice!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nazo S.

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

Weekday Getaway!

This Catalina beach home was perfect for our family, with plenty of space for both group activities and alone time. The home is close to the market (Vons), restaurants, bars, donuts and ice cream! What more can you ask for?
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Kimberly T.

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

Catalina house

We had a marvelous time . The house was clean and had a beautiful patio perfect for our size group (6). The neighbors were very loud in the late evening though.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jenna M.

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

Amazing Catalina weekend trip!!!

We absolutely loved staying in this quaint bungalow that had a cozy feel but plenty of space for our group of friends. The house location was perfect, close to Vons and walkable to everything. Inside was very clean and all amenities worked great. We will definitely be back and recommend this rental to anyone looking for a fun Catalina getaway. Cheers!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019
Verified

6/10 Okay

Carol J.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Needs cleaning

The cabinets and carpet were extremely dirty. This property needs a good cleaning.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

GREG T.

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

Decent

Sofa needs upgrading. More info on the shower downstairs. We didn’t find it until the 3rd night.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Somjai C.

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

Great house!

This house is in a great location. It’s on the flat ground, no walking uphill from the port and is close to Vons grocery store. The description of the house setting & amenities are as described. We have 8 people in our group & the house is big enough and we feel comfortable to share our space. The kitchen is fully stock. One evening we got to use the BBQ grill & had dinner on the patio. We consider to stay here again when we visit Avalon.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donna H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great for Families

This house was perfect for our family. Our two sons and their families joined us for a milestone celebration. We had six adults and four children. As most places in Catalina, it is an older home and the entire structure is somewhat rickety. We were able to make breakfast and dinner with a relatively large kitchen - with all he kitchen tools you would need. Best of all, the patio table and indoor table fit all of us. For the price, it's an excellent choice.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Frank D.

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

Vacation

Such a great house and picturesque. Everything we needed and all of the features we wanted. Liked the house, tvs and of course the fully equipped kitchen. Super close to Vons and more quiet than being close to the beach, even though it’s still close…Don’t think about it. Just book it! Catalina is awesome. Btw, loved all the decorations and pictures inside the house. Such a rich history!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jane K.

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

What a delight!

Avalon was a wonderful experience and our home away from home was perfect. we had four adults and one granddaughter (8) and me (84), grand mom staying. we all loved our beautiful home. The flower bower front and side was a lovely plus, we could sit and read and watch the passing scene from the side patio surrounded by golden yellow hibiscus! .We had lots of dining space, the kitchen VERY well appointed with every imaginable cooking tool,and spices galore, beds very comfy, baths very modern and attractive, I could go on...but in short an ideal spot to spend a week in and enjoy its convenient location, walking distance to Vons a great grocery...just like home and all the local attractions and there are so many things to see and do on the island!!!
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Abel R.

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

Help I need toilet paper

The property was just as expected except for the zero toilet paper @ the house . And after traveling for 4 + hours the ladies in our group were agitated . I had to walk to the vons store for TP .
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

heather h.

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

Fantastic Catalina

We enjoyed our 2nd year at Catalina Island. This house was great, big kitchen, nice patio with good BBQ. We enjoyed all the historical and family photos around the house.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Larry N.

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

Nice family vacation house

Overall nice stay, only one shower was a challenge the downstairs bathroom has a tub. Also be sure to buy a couple of bars of soap if you stay more than 1 day because the micro-soap provided only lasts a day. Buy toilet paper too because you only get the roll on the holder in each bathroom, same with paper towel, 1 roll so if you stay for a few days and have kids, better stick up too on that. Upstairs very hot if the weather is over 75 during the day outside.. fans only do so much. Very noisy from very busy street corner, trash truck, street sweeper, golf carts and fire trucks/ambulances all pass by (so close to firehouse and city yard). Our family is easy going so all this was overlooked when we just enjoy each other on vacation.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

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