Athena Aquatic Retreat at Lake Mission Viejo - large pool home

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A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a two-story building with balconies, and a clear blue sky.
A swimming pool area with a covered deck, lounge chairs, and umbrellas.
A balcony with a pool, outdoor furniture, and a view of the neighborhood.
A balcony with two chairs overlooking a swimming pool and a scenic view of a town and mountains.
A modern kitchen with a central island, wooden cabinets, and a large window offering a view of the mountains.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
  • Foosball on-site
    A rare find — the foosball table is waiting for you.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Lake Mission Viejo

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Spa pool on site
  • Private pool
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Internet access

Explore the area

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Mission Viejo, CA
  • Place, Lake Mission Viejo
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, beach near Vista Del Lago Park
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, beach near Marty Russo Youth Athletic Park
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Ontario Intl. Airport (ONT)
    ‪66 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Guest Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Guest Bedroom

2 Single Beds

Guest Bedroom

2 Double Beds

Lower Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Downstairs

Toilet

Hall

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony

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About the area

Mission Viejo

Mission Viejo is home to this holiday home. Pelican Hill Golf Course and Dana Point Harbor are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Orange County Great Park and Crystal Cove State Park. Ready for a night out? Consider Great Park Live and Irvine Improv.
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Mission Viejo, CA

What's nearby

  • Lake Mission Viejo - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • beach near Vista Del Lago Park - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • beach near Marty Russo Youth Athletic Park - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Marty Russo Youth Athletic Park - 4 min drive - 1.9 km
  • beach near Mallorca - 5 min drive - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Laguna Niguel Station - 18 min drive
  • Orange County, CA (SNA-John Wayne) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Aloha Stacks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Athena Aquatic Retreat at Lake Mission Viejo - large pool home pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Athena Aquatic Retreat at Lake Mission Viejo - large pool home?

As of 11 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Athena Aquatic Retreat at Lake Mission Viejo - large pool home on 6 Jan 2027 start from AU$8,155, 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.

How much is parking at Athena Aquatic Retreat at Lake Mission Viejo - large pool home?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Athena Aquatic Retreat at Lake Mission Viejo - large pool home?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Athena Aquatic Retreat at Lake Mission Viejo - large pool home?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Athena Aquatic Retreat at Lake Mission Viejo - large pool home located?

Situated in Mission Viejo, this holiday home is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Lake Mission Viejo and 1.3 mi (2.2 km) from Marguerite Aquatic Complex. Lake Forest Golf and Practice Center and Saddleback Church are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 8 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Athena Aquatic Retreat proved to be a great stay. With such close proximity to Lake Mission Viejo and the Marguerite Aquatic Complex, public trails that are easily accessed from the street, and a great property, my group was extremely pleased. There was enough space for all eight guests. The kitchen was massive and the pool was clean. Both check-in and check-out were extremely easy.
Stayed 12 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Aug 2025
Thank you for staying - Sunset Vacation Rentals welcomes you back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic House!

Absolutely loved our stay! The house is perfect in size and location! We cooked a Thanksgiving meal and they had everything needed in the kitchen, plus great ovens and appliances! The bedrooms were spacious with wonderful bedding and towels! Easy to get to places and get back! We loved loved loved it! Thank you!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nephews wedding

Traveled to West Coast for nephews wedding. The house was close to the wedding venue and other areas of interest. The house was perfect, great kitchen and open floor plan. The pool/spa were great! Easy drive to Laguna and Newport Beach areas. While not great options for direct flights, John Wayner airport is easy in and out.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Tournament lodging

This was an amazing place to stay! The bedrooms were beautiful and the views on the balconies at sunrise are amazing. The pool was huge so it never felt crowded and the hot tub was key for us after coming back from our games. The only small item was that the floors were dirty when we came. My socks were black the first day abe anyone barefoot had to clean their feet before bed. Everything else was wonderful!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Dec 2024
Thank you for staying and sharing your experience. Please return!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great house for a big group

Big, beautiful house that worked well for our multi-generational group (2 seniors, 4 adults, 3 teens, 2 kids). Some things to note - there is a step up and down from the downstairs bedroom and into the family room, which wasn't visible in the pictures of the home. This was difficult for our seniors to navigate, but they were able to walk through the adjoining bathroom on level surface to avoid the step into the bedroom. There is also no gate surrounding the pool, but the doors are all alarmed so we were able to tell when someone opened a door and make sure the kids weren't outside alone. The huge walk-in closet in the master bedroom was a perfect dark sleeping space for the 2 year old in a pack-n-play. The pool and hot tub were great and the heat was programmed through an app. If you need a home in south orange county for a large group of people, this is a good option.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 13 June 2024
Thanks for sharing this. Glad it worked out for your family.
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
PROS - The property manager was responsive and friendly. The location was great for our needs. The neighborhood is very nice with walking trails. The home is spacious and comfortable. The mattresses are on the harder side, which we enjoy.CONS - The house lacked many standard items and comforts to make a vacation enjoyable. Kitchen items were substandard or nonexistent, for example, there was not even a corkscrew and the everyday utensils were very old and dingy. Some kitchen outlets weren't working and the warming drawer did not work (which we wanted for our Thanksgiving food.) The closets had barely any hangers, and what they did have were old, plastic store-style or wire and and many were small children sizes. This rendered the main bedroom closet (which is beautiful and the size of a small room) basically useless.The pool, which was the main draw to this house, was basically never used because it would not heat up to an acceptable temperature. We paid an extra 500 to heat the pool which was never warm enough. The hot tub, although very small, did work, but it was controlled with an app that did not work while away from the home. We could not have it ready after an evening away.There is an alarm in the house which alerts every time an outside door is open or closed - it's loud and not necessary, and we could not turn it off.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Dec 2025
Thank you for your thoughtful feedback. I truly appreciate it, and I am glad to hear you enjoyed the location and comfort of the home. I have addressed the items you raised, and I’m grateful for the opportunity to continue improving the guest experience. A few of the items you mentioned are very easy to fix, and I only wish I had known about them during your stay. You reached out about some issues and I was happy to help, and I would have gladly addressed the others as well. Since your visit, I’ve added new corkscrews, refreshed kitchen utensils, upgraded closet hangers, and scheduled checks on the stove drawer and outlets. For the pool, I began heating it well before your arrival, though winter weather and rain can affect how warm the water stays. I appreciate the note, as it helps set expectations for colder months. The spa is app-controlled, and I was happy to assist during your stay when needed. The door alarm is a pool-safety feature but can be turned off upon request — something I would have been glad to do. Thank you again for your stay and for offering helpful suggestions. Your feedback truly helps me continue improving the guest experience.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 56 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2024
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