Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
Private garden
A rare find — relax in the peaceful, private garden space.
Walkable and wonderful
Guests love the walkable location for its easy access on foot.
Discover nearby landmarks
Near Catalina Island Museum
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washer/dryer
Barbecue
Garden
Fireplace
Barbecue
Explore the area
Avalon, CA
Catalina Island Museum
Place, Catalina Island Museum
5 min walk
Catalina Island Visitor Center
Place, Catalina Island Visitor Center
5 min walk
Avalon Port
Place, Avalon Port
10 min walk
Avalon, CA (AVX-Catalina)
Airport, Avalon, CA (AVX-Catalina)
21 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
2 bathrooms
Full Bathroom
Full Bathroom
Spaces
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
About this property
Avalon Escape: Everything Within Walking Distance!
Set sail for Catalina Island and spend your time perusing the island while staying at this cozy 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home in Avalon! Located a short walk or golf cart ride from the island's best beaches, shops, and restaurants, this home provides guests with a delightful escape from the real world. Live on island time while spending days at Avalon Beach, hitting the links at Catalina Island Golf Course, or strolling around Wrigley Botanic Garden before returning for a meal at this homey abode.
Perfect for an escape from reality, this home’s central location and welcoming atmosphere are ideal for group getaways, couples' retreats, and those looking to make the most of their time off the mainland
Bedroom 1: Queen Bed | Bedroom 2: Full Bed | Bedroom 3: Queen Bed | Additional Sleeping: Queen Air Mattress
INTERIOR FEATURES: Vintage decor, hardwood floors/ceramic tiles, exposed wood beams, cable TV, DVD player, book collection, laptop-friendly workspace KITCHEN: Fully equipped w/ granite countertops, gas range, oven, dishwasher, refrigerator, drip coffeemaker, blender, cooking essentials, dishware & flatware, toaster, kitchen island w/ seating for 4, dining table w/ seating for 6 GENERAL: Towels/linens, ceiling fan, beach umbrella, beach towels, hair dryer, iron/board FAQ: No central heat or A/C PARKING: No parking as no cars are allowed on the island. Golf cart rentals available
-- THE LOCATION --
OUTDOOR FUN: Avalon Beach (walking distance), Golf Gardens (0.2 miles), Wrigley Stage Avalon Vista (0.2 miles), Machine Gun Park (0.4 miles), Step Beach (0.4 miles) ATTRACTIONS: Catalina Island Museum (0.2 miles), Catalina Island Visitor Center (0.2 miles), Catalina Island Undersea Expedition (0.3 miles), Diving Catalina (0.3 miles), Snorkeling Catalina (0.4 miles), Parasail Catalina (0.4 miles), Catalina Adventure Tours (0.5 miles), Zip Line Eco Tour (0.9 miles), Wrigley Botanical Garden (1.5 miles) GOOD EATS: The Lobster Trap (0.2 miles), The Sandtrap (0.2 miles), Maggie’s Blue Rose Mexican (0.2 miles), Bluewater Avalon (0.3 miles) AIRPORT: Catalina Airport- Private Planes Only (10.1 miles)
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-- POLICIES --
- No smoking - No pets allowed - No events, parties or large gatherings - Additional fees and taxes may apply - Photo ID may be required upon check-in - NOTE: The property does not have air conditioning - NOTE: The property sleeps 6 guests in 3 beds, with room for 8 total using the queen air mattress
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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
About the area
Avalon
Located in Avalon, this holiday home is near the beach. Travellers looking for local activities can try Avalon Port and Catalina Island Golf Course, while those looking to experience a bit of culture can stop by Catalina Island Museum. Three Palms Avalon Arcade and Nature Center at Avalon Canyon are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails.
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) - 64 min drive
Restaurants
Descanso Beach Club - 18 min walk
Pancake Cottage - 6 min walk
Bluewater Avalon - 7 min walk
Catalina Coffee & Cookie Co. - 8 min walk
Catalina Island Brew House - 6 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Avalon Escape: Everything Within Walking Distance! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Avalon Escape: walk to beach, dining?
As of 9 July 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Avalon Escape: walk to beach, dining on 10 Aug 2026 start from AU$855, 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 Avalon Escape: Everything Within Walking Distance!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Avalon Escape: Everything Within Walking Distance!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Avalon Escape: Everything Within Walking Distance! located?
Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Catalina Island Medical Center, Catalina Island Museum and Avalon Port. Catalina Island Visitor Center and Catalina Island Golf Course are also within 15 minutes.
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
A nice place in a wonderful location. Very prompt in responding to any potential issues and problem.
Me, my wife, and friends stayed here for the Catalina Marathon. It was an ideal location with everything literally in walking distance. We would stay here again, for sure.
It was very comfortable and within walking distance to all Avalon activities. The kitchen was well stocked with all of the needed cookware and dishware. Layout of the house was perfect.
Very enjoyable home! The beds were so comfortable and very complete kitchen. Easy walk to grocery and other stores. We all agreed we would stay here again! Very charming home!
Laudis J.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Reginald
17 May 2024
Great experience
Had a wonderful time at Catilina Island. Distance of property was good walking distance from everything. Perfect for my family of six.
Reginald
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Bruce
7 July 2023
Catalina Marathon weekend
The place was just as nice as advertised, and perfect for our group of 6 that were running that weekend. The location was perfect and in proximity to everything in Avalon, especially the start and finish.
My son and his family live in Costa Mesa. We flew in for his 40th birthday and scheduled a few days on Catalina Island. It was perfect!! Beautiful place, Beautiful weather, Beautiful people!!!!
Robbi T.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified
6/10 Okay
Verified traveller
4 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Adequate for our family
Photos were accurate. BBQ grill was not usable. No beach chairs, except for rusty ones outside. TV hard to figure out. It met our basic needs. Location good.
Verified traveller
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified
6/10 Okay
Kendra Y.
3 Aug 2025
Liked: Location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
very outdated decor, and also not very clean. not recommended. No blow dryer, very old dirty floors and bedding (pillows/bedspread) very old. Needs a major upgrade. I will stay somewhere else next time
Kendra Y.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Aug 2025
From the Owner: "We’re sorry to hear that our home did not meet your expectations. We strive to maintain the charm of our 100-year-old home while keeping it updated and comfortable for guests. The living room and all bedrooms still feature the original hardwood floors, which were recently refinished, and the rest of the home has tile flooring. The kitchen has been updated with granite countertops, and all of this is accurately reflected in the listing photos.All bedding was replaced last fall, and the hair dryer, located in the large bathroom vanity drawers, is in working order. Regarding your comment about the floors, the entire house is swept and mopped before every arrival. It’s possible the natural patina of the dark hardwood floors was mistaken for dirt.Many guests have shared how much they appreciate the unique ambiance of the home, and we’re proud to offer a space that reflects its historic character while providing modern comforts."
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Yvonne
31 May 2025
Yrodeo11
This home has everything you need. Close to town. Very walkable and far enough away to be quiet at night. We walked everywhere, to and from even from the passenger ferry. I would suggest taking an extension cord. Outlets are not in convenient locations (100 yr old house). Also not all doors close/lock. Not an issue for us, but could be for some. Overall we (5 adults) enjoyed our stay very much.
We chose this place because of the fireplace. We were disappointed when we got there and realized the fireplace didn’t work. In the photos it showed a working fireplace. The beds were not very comfortable. The carpet didn’t look like it had been cleaned in quite a while. The location was fabulous and the check-in was very simple. One big plus was a very well-stocked kitchen. Having two bathrooms was also an asset.
Most allowed us to check in earlyWhich was nice. My only complaint is that the door knobs kept coming loose especially the one to the restroom. I was locked in there and couldn’t get out until my husband came with some tools to try and fix the doorknob to let me out. The room door knobs had the same issue. The property said it was water friendly to preserve water but the toilet kept running non stop. One of the showers was hard to use because when you turn the knobs no water came out. Location is decent and close to town.
Nancy S.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Sept 2025
From the owner: "We’re glad this guest appreciated the early check-in and convenient location. We were not aware of the issues mentioned during their stay, but we have a maintenance team available to resolve problems promptly once reported. The toilet has since been serviced, and we continue to keep the home well-maintained so guests can enjoy a comfortable experience."
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Norman
7 Apr 2025
Avalon
Location was great, home was comfortable and clean. The only 2 issues on the listing is that there was no mention of the fireplace not working as pilot light was not lit and that you would have had to buy wood and starter to warm the place up. The other issue was there was nothing on the listing that said the barbecue was not propane and one would have to buy briquettes and starter fluid.Veronica the contact was very responsive to my texts if we had questions.
Norman
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Glenn/Roberta
17 May 2025
Anniversary
Nice house inside. Bathrooms very nice! Kitchen great, but dishwasher handle missing so very dangerous to turn on and off! Lamp in living room didn’t’ Work, so couldn’t read. Overheads were like flashlights in your eyes. Nice variety of cooking utensils, but no pancake griddle. Outdoor BBQ was very old and grill couldn’t be cleaned. Bench, planters, shrubs all needed care and weeding. Broken door in the laundry room. Very comfortable and spacious bedrooms, dining room , and island!
House was perfect! Cozy and quaint, 3 spacious bedrooms and 2 bathrooms made this the perfect fit for 3 adult couples. Didn’t need to bring a single kitchen item as this house is fully stocked. Great location and close to the grocery store for any items. Close proximity to everything fun. Highly recommend this house.
Christie C.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
Verified
6/10 Okay
Milan M.
7 Nov 2022
Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Location, listing accuracy
Short stay at this place
All was well except the carpet in living room and beds.
Carpet in the livingroom is very dirty that my baby’s outfit got so dirty while playing in livingroom. My baby even got sick. Even we adults walking in there without shoes n socks our feet got so dirty. Carpet needs to be replaced.
Livingroom is not as big as shown in picture on the site.
Beds were small and not cozy.
Besides, everything was nice.