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Cottage front Dutch Door entry into charming cozy living room
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Property grounds

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Private garden
    A rare find — relax in the peaceful, private garden space.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Sawdust Art Festival Grounds
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Garage parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue
  • Fenced yard

Explore the area

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Laguna Beach,, CA
  • Place, Laguna Beach Paddle Boarding
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Main Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Main Beach Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Orange County, CA (SNA-John Wayne)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Enchanting Whimsical Cottage by the Sea

BEAUTIFULLY RESTORED Historic Cottage in “the Heart of the Village”! Just steps to the sand at Main Beach!! Unique shops, art galleries, cafes, so much to see and do...NO CAR NEEDED...YOU ARE HERE! 3 large bedrooms, 3 FULL baths, (Two are Master suites w/ comfy Queen beds, luxury bedding, smartTVs and private baths). Third bedroom has 2 twin beds. Cozy living room w/ open beamed ceilings, fireplace, hardwoods, Dutch door w/french doors/ windows throughout. Family room w/ 3rd FULL GUEST BATH!Immaculate fully stocked kitchen w/ no detail overlooked. Front and rear PATIOS w/ ocean view, umbrella table for 6, BBQ and outdoor lighting for gatherings! On-site parking for 3 vehicles. Attached garage serves as laundry w/ new large capacity washer/dryer, extra fridge, tandem bike for 2, kids beach toys, boogie boards, beach towels, chairs, Umbrella plus a wagon to pull it in. Bring the family ! Everything needed for your BEST RESTFUL VACATION EVER!!! VIRTUAL TOUR on YOUTUBE: 410 LEGION ST. LAGUNA BEACH, CA. 92651.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Kids room with board games, TV and Wifi access.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
NO SMOKING on the premises

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4179601
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

About the area

Laguna Beach

Located by the sea, this cottage is in Downtown Laguna Beach, a neighbourhood in Laguna Beach. Pelican Hill Golf Course and Dana Point Harbor are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Irvine Spectrum Center and Fashion Island. Orange County Fair and Events Center and Segerstrom Center for the Arts are not to be missed. Scuba diving and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and cycling nearby.
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Laguna Beach,, CA

What's nearby

  • Laguna Beach Paddle Boarding - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Main Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Main Beach Park - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Festival of Arts and Pageant of the Masters - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Heisler Park - 12 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • San Clemente Pier Station - 22 min drive
  • Orange County, CA (SNA-John Wayne) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Taco Stand - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Cliff - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Finney’s Crafthouse - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Nick's Laguna Beach - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Hennessey's Tavern - ‬8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Enchanting Whimsical Cottage by the Sea pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Enchanting Whimsical Cottage by the Sea?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Enchanting Whimsical Cottage by the Sea?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Enchanting Whimsical Cottage by the Sea?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Enchanting Whimsical Cottage by the Sea located?

Located in Downtown Laguna Beach, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Main Beach, Laguna Beach Paddle Boarding and Main Beach Park. Festival of Arts and Pageant of the Masters and Heisler Park are also within 15 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. 47 out of 59 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 59 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 59 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 59 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erica P.

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

Lovely cottage in Laguna

We enjoyed our stay; the cottage had everything we could need for five adults for a five night stay. The on-site washer/dryer and beach chairs were much appreciated. Loved the convenience of walking to the beach, shops and restaurants. We highly recommend and plan to return next time in Southern California.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael W.

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

The Tree

The outdoor lounge area beneath an amazing old tree is one of the most relaxing spots I’ve ever experienced.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021
Archival

8/10 Good

Vicky R.

Perfect Staycation

We spent a 4 nights at this lovely cottage, for a family vacation. The place looked just like the photos on the website, was very clean, and very nicely furnished.The house has LOTS of good beach towels and equipment ( umbrellas, boogie board, sand toys) and the beach is just a short walk away. It was convenient to everything; we rarely used the car. We hopped on the free bus to get around town and to the Sawdust Festival. Great back yard for BBQ'ing and a fire pit for S'mores! And well-stocked kitchen. Very comfortable beds, nice bathrooms. This house is in a great location, close to everything. I enthusiastically recommend this house, and hope to stay in it again myself. Thanks, Renée, we enjoyed your house!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2016
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr 2020
Victoria was an awesome guest. She treated our cottage as if it were her own. We definitely recommend her to other hosts and would love to have her visit us again.
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Ann S.

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

Don’t stay here!

The place was inaccurately represented. Roof had a plastic tarp. Listing showed air conditioning there wasn’t any. Oven totally unusable. Terrible condition of property. We left 15 days early of a 30 day stay because of the condition. Returned two days later someone else was staying there even though we were still paying. Renter refused to refund us.
Stayed 33 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maggie M.

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

Great Location

We loved this property. Great home. Location was the best part. So easy to get to beach, shopping and restaurants.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donald T.

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

Another stay in the Enchanting Whimsical Ocean Cottage

This is our third stay in this cottage in the last five years, and we are planning to re-up for next year as well. The cottage is comfortable and well-equipped and is only a short walk from everything important to make our stay in Laguna Beach enjoyable: a grocery story, the beach and the walking trail, the restaurants, the shops, and the Farmer's Market. They only thing we needed was a longer stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gretchen H.

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

Excellent location and lovely fun cottage

Easy walk to the beach, downtown, and good restaurants. Off street parking a big bonus.
Stayed 20 nights in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa B.

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

Best Beach Bungalow

Wow! Such a sweet stay, we enjoyed the great location, comfortable beds and the ample space to relax after a day wandering the beaches. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa K.

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

Cute cottage in a wonderful location

This home was very comfortable for my family and the close proximity to the beach as well as to a handful of shops and restaurants was an added bonus. The home was well equipped and very cozy. We also quite enjoyed the backyard setting complete with a bbq grill and a lovely garden.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 3 May 2021
Thank you Lisa, we would love to have you back.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole M.

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

Perfect location!

We had such an amazing time staying at the cottage. It was perfect size for our family and the location was close to town, restaurants, and beach access.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021
Verified

6/10 Okay

Lindsey C.

Liked: Location, listing accuracy

Great location in Laguna Beach

The property is a great location in Laguna Beach. Very walkable to the downtown area and to the beach. Communication regarding check in process was a bit delayed, but owner/manager may have had an off day. Some cons I would say are: - Some toiletries were half used and the rugs had animal hair on it upon check in. Not what you want to be feeling as far as cleanliness during co-vid. Outdoor table in backyard had used/burnt cigarettes on it as well. - House is old and charming, but with that comes windows that don’t lock securely and an overall feeling of not being super secure at night (which made us feel uneasy having two small kids in the house). Additionally, you get the musty smell of an older house which was mitigated with all the windows/doors opened when we got there. - Wish house had a book on how all things worked. We couldn’t figure out how to use tv in the bedroom, but that wasn’t a huge deal.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gyan B.

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

Cute Laguna cottage

I don't have a lot of comparisons because I have not stayed in Laguna previously but this seemed like a nice place for a vacation. Location is excellent - walking distance to basically everything
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katherine E.

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

Great Getaway

The house was cozy and in a perfect location!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anne L.

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

Covid Laguna visit

Great place and very spacious. Nice outdoor sitting. Close to beach and downtown shops. Would highly recommend a stay to anyone!
Verified

8/10 Good

Lori B.

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

Birthday weekend

Excellent location. House was well stocked. Enjoyed walking to restaurants and shops.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

tom t.

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

Fantastic location

I was pleasantly surprised by how great the location of this house was. It’s close to the beach and downtown and not far from the HIP zone. The home is comfortable and well equipped for making meals or going to the beach. We especially enjoyed hanging out in the front yard at night.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy R.

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

Charming cottage in great location!

The location of this cottage was perfect to easily walk to the beach and restaurants. Cottage was spacious, very comfortable beds, and such charming and tastefully done decor. It was very clean and organized. Every detail in place for whatever supplies one would need for beach fun or cooking. Even the laundry space was immaculate! We will return! Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Molly R.

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

Great place

Clean, cute cottage located very near beach. Easy walk to coffee, restaurants, grocery stores.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carol M.

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

A little gem!

I loved my time here. It's the perfect location, with a quick 5 minute walk to shops and restaurants overlooking the ocean! Love this place!!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John T.

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

Great cottage close to everything in town and main beach. Three bathrooms, good for family.

Would come back and stay here again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stacie M.

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

Wonderful Laguna Cottage

Very impressed for aour 2 day stay in beautiful Laguna Beach - Cottage is adorable!!. Beds very comfortable/check in and check out very easy. Recommend to anyone who wants proximity to beach and downtown Laguna Beach shopping district
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

CINDY M.

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

Comfy cottage

This cottage is a gem! It is super clean and stocked, the bedrooms are roomy with really comfy beds, and the location is ideal to everything. My group of girls have already booked again for next year!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cameron E.

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

Excellent SoCal cottage

What good fortune to find and book this property for our Laguna Beach vacation. The location couldn't be better for taking in the Pageant of the Masters, the Sawdust Festival and the shops and restaurants in central LB. The house is just as pictured, and more adorable in person. Three bedrooms and three bathrooms and spacious living and dining areas were perfect for our group of three women, and the kitchen was ample and very cute. The front courtyard is great for sitting and backyard could be fabulous with some fresher landscaping. I highly recommend this property!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Teri G.

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

Charming good location

This house was perfect for 6 adults. It is older which was fine with us but you might not expect it. We had great weather but if it had been hotter it might have been a concern. Not all the windows opened. The location can’t be beat. Plenty of places to sit inside and out. Front porch was a beautiful back drop for our family pictures before we headed out to a wedding.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diane S.

Everything was perfect!

We loved the house and location. Rooms and bathrooms were plenty big and comfortable, while overall the interior seemed small, it’s perfectly designed and beautifully decorated. Plenty of everything provided. Would definite choose it on a future trip!
Stayed 13 nights in Feb 2019

About the host

Hosted by Renee Day

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Retired real estate investor. Hard working mother and daughter who love Laguna!

Why they chose this property

Our Historic cottage is unique with many noteworthy amenities others cannot offer! PRIME LOCATION in "The Heart of the Village" at Main Beach ( where they play volley ball on the court next to the Boardwalk and Lifeguard Tower) where you can relax on a park bench and watch the most spectacular sunrises and sunsets! Stroll a few steps north to our beautiful Hiesler Park with its gardens and Gazebo overlooking the great Pacific! You will quickly realize you're at the MOST BEAUTIFUL BEACH in Southern California!!

What makes this property unique

Unheard of in Laguna Beach is our ON SITE parking for 4 vehicles. We also provide a 'bicycle built for two' for you to cruise around town on and see the sights. Each evening from your bedroom, hear the waves crashing at night. Relax and enjoy. You will simply fall in love with this place!

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