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A two-story house with a balcony, a barbecue grill, and blue chairs in the front yard.
A bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, a toilet, and a sink with a mirror.
Upstairs bathroom
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a microwave, a gas stove, and a refrigerator.
A staircase with a blue wall, white railing, and a blue vase with dried plants on the landing.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Highlights

  • Top rated beach location
    Discover paradise at this top rated beach location.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Catalina Museum for Art & History
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue
  • Deck or patio
  • Fireplace
  • Balcony or patio

Explore the area

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Avalon, CA
  • Place, Catalina Museum for Art & History
    ‪3 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

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 2 upstairs

2 Single Beds and 1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Convertible bed(s)

1 Queen Bed

Master

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Catalina Island Dream Homes

Update as of May 2024: The home has been completely painted inside and out. All new LED lights installed. New outside lights for your safety. Deep cleaning throughout including carpets and sofa. New mattresses and box springs where needed. New blinds where needed. We spent7 weeks on the home insuring everything is throughly cleaned and nice for your vacation! Perfect family getaway within walking distance to all Avalon has to offer! Whether going to the beach, going to one of Avalon's great eateries, shopping, golfing, boating, snorkeling/diving, parasailing, or just sightseeing, this is the vacation home for you!

A beautiful mediterranean style home, with a warm and modern beach style interior. The master bedroom has a Cal King bed, fireplace, and deck.

The second bedroom upstairs has two twins and a full.
There is a full bathroom in between the bedrooms. The washer and dryer are also on this level.

The first floor bedroom is a queen with an additional full bath. There is also a queen sofa sleeper with a new Cool Comfort mattress as of 7/2021.

The living room, kitchen, and dining area are open and great for entertaining. There is another fireplace on this floor.

The kitchen is fully stocked and the barbecue is located right out the sliding doors.

We provide all linens and towels. Guests always seem to leave behind beach chairs but, bring your beach towels!

The home has Directv with the new Genie system. There are televisions in each bedroom, as well as the living room.
Please note, this home does have central heat but does not have A/C! My rates would reflect that!
At this time, we do not have WIFI. Until it is mastered, I will not provide it.

This is a great home and well cared for, owner run. No hill climbing and centrally located. We do not provide a golf cart for this home.

When you rent this home, you deal with the owner directly if you have any concerns. A 4th generation Islander who cares about your stay! Thanks for checking out our listing and thank you to our guests that return time and time again!
Keywords: Duplex/family home/perfect for large gatherings/centrally located

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

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 to complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 125066vb
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
Parties and events are allowed on site
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 deadlock
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 in the city centre and by the sea. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lovers Cove and Hamilton Beach, while Catalina Museum for Art & History and Avalon Theater are cultural highlights. Three Palms Avalon Arcade and Nature Center at Avalon Canyon are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and hunting.
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Avalon, CA

What's nearby

  • Catalina Museum for Art & History - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Catalina Island Visitor Center - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Avalon Port - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Catalina Casino - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Catalina Island Golf Course - 13 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Avalon, CA (AVX-Catalina) - 63 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Descanso Beach Club - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Pancake Cottage - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Bluewater Avalon - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Catalina Coffee & Cookie Co. - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Catalina Island Brew House - ‬6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Catalina Island Dream Homes pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Catalina Island Dream Homes?

As of 5 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Catalina Island Dream Homes on 30 Aug 2026 start from AU$1,973, 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 Catalina Island Dream Homes?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Catalina Island Dream Homes?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Catalina Island Dream Homes located?

Located in the heart of Avalon, this holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Catalina Island Medical Center and Catalina Museum for Art & History. Catalina Island Visitor Center and Catalina Island Golf Course are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 76 out of 119 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 23 out of 119 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 119 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 119 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 119 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Morgen R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sweet house, owners were responsive, can’t ask for much more.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 16 July 2026
Thank you so much, Morgen! I sincerely appreciate you taking the time to write a review. I’m glad you enjoyed your stay and I look forward to hosting you in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tami C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amy was great to work with very communicative. The locations was a 7-10 min to the main boardwalk straight down Sumner Rd and 4-5 min to Von’s grocery store and the location where you meet a lot of the land excursions offered on the island. We had a great time.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 13 July 2026
Thank you! That was so nice to see! I’m so glad you enjoyed your stay. You were incredible guests as well, and I do hope you come back again and are able to enjoy some new amenities. I appreciate your thoughtfulness.
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Dawn S.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
No WiFi and not very clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 11 June 2026
Well, I don’t advertise that the house has WiFi. I allowed your belongings to be brought in at 2 and, we were obviously still working on the house’s. I personally spent two days in that house on my hands and knees scrubbing floors, cleaning windows and blinds. I also wiped down all the walls and baseboards, ect. The only thing I didn’t get to was the ceiling fan, lol. Hope you still enjoyed the island.
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Anthony G.

Liked: Communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Perfect location very walkable. House was a little dirty. Downstairs tile was sticky in spots. There were dirty dishes in the dishwasher and no clean sponge to wash dishes. Spiders everywhere in both bathrooms. There were only 4 towels 2 downstairs and 2 upstairs for 5 adults and 2 children. The Direct TV did not work.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 4 June 2026
I apologize if the house was not as clean as you expected. I will say that the island is quite a dirty place considering so little of it is built up. Spiders show up overnight, not much I can do there. I apologize about the dirty dishes in the dishwasher, I let the cleaning staff know. Sponges are being restocked as we speak. I do recall that Eric assisted you with the towel situation advising you as to where the extras were. As far as the Directv goes, I had that checked today and all are operational. You had mine and Eric’s number during your stay and you never mentioned a problem with the TV’s. I allowed an early check in and, I would have appreciated a call with your concerns rather than giving me a low review. I hope you and your family were still able to enjoy the island.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kristi

Liked: Cleanliness, communication
Great place to stay. Nice bedrooms and bathrooms.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lilit G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host made sure we were taken care of and any issues/questions that came up were resolved. Great location, about 10 min walk to the coast and shops.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Shawna B.

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

Great quick stay in Catalina

Great property, easy to get around. Plenty of room for everyone.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Patricia B.

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

Family weekend

Owner was lovely to work with and we had a very pleasant stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Dec 2024
Thank you, Patty! I sincerely appreciate you taking the time to write a review. I look forward to accommodating your family again. ❤️
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Alvin H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice property but no wifi or netflix capability. Also lacking basics like shampoo and liquid handsoap was so watered down is was just bascially water coming out of the soap dispensers.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joseph H.

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

Avalon Trip

Perfect stay with an easy check in! Great spot with plenty of room for our family. Loved the little kitchen and grill.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 31 May 2024
Awe! Thank you! I’m so glad you had a nice time!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jill C.

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

Great place

Had a very nice time here. Good location. Clean and spacious. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Igor B.

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

Cute condo, great location

Had a wonderful time with my kids on Easter weekend. Walking distance to everything, without having to climb any of the surrounding hills. Condo had all the necessities, and Amy was super accomodating with check in/out times, much appreciated!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Apr 2025
Thank you so much, Igor! Glad you had a great time!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lacee

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Communication with the host was incredibly easy. House was also in a great location!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Carolyn J F.

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

Catalina weekend

We had a good time
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karyn M.

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

Fantastic Catalina getaway

The house was centrally located in Avalon. Easy access to Vons and front street. The accommodations were very nice. The host responded quickly to my questions. This is a GREAT place to rent for a weekend in Avalon. I highly recommend this rental on VRBO.👍
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Wendy G.

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

Very comfortable- great location

Clean and comfortable. Property manager Eric was very helpful and accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Nov 2021
Thank you so much! I’m glad you enjoyed your stay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ben I.

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

Great House

We really enjoyed our stay at this property. It was really clean, which is very important to us. We have nothing negative to add only good things to say. Thank you for everything. 😁👍
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Dec 2024
Thank you, Ben!!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joseph P.

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

Great base for Avalon outings

We enjoyed this house, and it was a great location for us to get down to the beach, rent a motor boat to enjoy the ocean around the city, take a golf cart tour on a route throughout Avalon, and get in and enjoy the cool, clear blue water at the beach. The house was in walkable distance for many fine restaurants and Vons for snacks and necessities, and the weather was perfect for our visit. Amy and Eric were very helpful in communication and providing assistance when needed, and we all enjoyed our time in Avalon!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The house is decorated very well and is pleasant to stay in. The location is superb and fun to walk a few blocks to the main drag. It is very clean and well appointed. I do agree with some other people that a new couch would be good! But, everything else is awesome and the owner is super nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Beth C.

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

Convenient to town

Overall I did like the location of this property. It was close to Vons and to the town and since we had a one year old with us that was very convenient. It is a little bit noisy being on a main street however we dealt with that using our white noise. It was a bit hot inside since we were there in August but it was manageable. We would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Patrick T.

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

Reunion

We enjoyed our stay but here are some general observations and opportunities for improving the site: Property needs WiFi Property had no paper towels Property had no soap for showering Unpleasant Smell coming from kitchen sink Some countertops need replacing Stairwell needs paint touch up or cleaning
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Oct 2024
Hi Patrick, Thank you for the review. As I mentioned to you during your stay, the company that provides WiFi on the island is not reliable, at all! We are looking into installing Starlink this next Spring. We do provide paper towels and I let my crew know that you didn’t have any. I apologize about that. We do not provide shampoo, conditioner, or body soap. And, I don’t advertise that we do. I have sent someone over to look at the sink. I’m not sure what you are referring to as far as the counters? Ah, the staircase, one of my biggest headaches every time I go over there. People just aren’t careful. The home was completely repainted in May and I’m going over in a couple weeks to address that dreaded task. Thank you again for your review.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The home was clean and well maintained. It's not a huge home but it was more than ample for 6 adults. Everything worked without exception. The kitchen had everything needed for any type of meal. Vons is just a block away and the board walk just a couple more blocks. The owner Amy is congenial and helpful. For the cost we believe it's the best deal in town.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Edison R.

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

Nice location and comfortable stay

We had a delightful stay at this charming house, ideally located within a leisurely stroll from the beach and conveniently close to Von’s grocery store—perfect for our culinary adventures during our visit. The kitchen was impressively well-equipped, catering to all our cooking needs, although a refresh of appliances could enhance the experience even further. While the washer could benefit from a bit more attention, it was a minor detail in what was an overall clean and welcoming environment. Our stay was made even more pleasant by the responsive and helpful nature of our host and caretaker, who promptly addressed our inquiries and requests. We truly enjoyed our time here and look forward to future visits!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Lore R.

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

357 Sumner

Enjoyed our stay. House was bright & clean. For owner information: Towels were a little rough. Being a house for 8 it was hard not having enough space at a table for meals or games. The shower upstairs does not drain… and trash bin was completely full. But again overall was a fantastic week. Thank you!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 9 July 2023
Thank you so much for your review! We are going to address the dining situation and install a booth type seating. Towels will be replaced and, thank you for letting me know about the shower! The trash situation has already been addressed. The company simply missed our pick up. I am so glad you enjoyed your stay.
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Megan S.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
I’m not even sure where to begin. When we arrived the house was so dirty we cleaned and mopped before unpacking. There was blood on a comforter and door frame, empty beer cans in a dresser, and we didn’t take our shoes off the whole stay because of the filth. In addition to that, there weren’t any supplies- no WiFi, no beach towels, no hand soap, not enough coffee cups for the number of people, one wine glass, no opener, the dishes in the cabinet were dirty. I really can’t believe the state the house was in and that we actually paid for that.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

About the host

Hosted by Amy Gagnier

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Born and raised on the island, 4th generation.

What makes this property unique

We keep our properties clean and fair priced. Having been born and raised on the island, we want families to enjoy a beautiful home with no stress and come back for years. I have guests that return every year for two decades.
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