The Sandcastle Cottage 140 steps to the Beach

About this cottage rental

Nestled in Avalon, this attractive cottage for $405 per night is a fantastic option for your next break. Perfect Cottage for your vacation. Our Cottage has two bedrooms one with King size bed and the second one with two twins. In the living room we have a Queen size sofa sleeper that two more people can sleep in. We welcome families and individuals who enjoy the activities of Catalina Island including bike riding, hiking, boating, beach activities and diving. Our rustic cottage was built in 1912 and retains the charm of early Avalon. Come stay in our home and enjoy the ambiance of a genuine historical setting. Amenities include cable TV, Wi Fi, air conditioning, completely equipped kitchen and washer & dryer.

Amenities

Air conditioner

Kitchen / Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Laundry

Dishwasher

Map of Avalon, CA

Nearby attractions

Aquarium of the Pacific

29.96 miles

Inspiration Point

31.35 miles

ShoreLine Aquatic Park

29.84 miles

Cabrillo Marine Aquarium

25.59 miles

The Sandcastle Cottage 140 steps to the Beach

4.8

Outstanding(47 Reviews)

Cottage in Avalon, CA

6 guests · 2 bedrooms · 1 bath

Reasons to book

People love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind

Includes essentialsKitchen / Kitchenette, Air conditioner, Internet / Wifi and more

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About this cottage rental

Amenities

Air conditioner

Kitchen / Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Laundry

Dishwasher

Map of Avalon, CA

Nearby attractions

Aquarium of the Pacific

29.96 miles

Inspiration Point

31.35 miles

ShoreLine Aquatic Park

29.84 miles

Cabrillo Marine Aquarium

25.59 miles

Reviews

4.8/5.0

Outstanding(47 Reviews)

5.0

Oct 2023

Great spot close to everything. Very clean

4.0

Oct 2023

A rather eclectic historic cottage, filled with so many memories from both the past & present. Beds were a bit too firm, but other than a blow dryer, it has all you need. Location is great, close to ferry and downtown. Hotel staff were very kind and accommodating.

5.0

May 2023

This house was so dang cute, and had more charm than any house I have ever rented! It was very clean - very close to the pier - close to restaurants - and the host was very responsive! We will definitely book this rental again!

2.0

Feb 2023

Let me begin by saying that the host was extremely responsive, very easy to work with and courteous. Other positives are that the beds were pretty comfortable and you are close to shops and restaurants. The linens in the bathroom and bedroom were nice and we were supplied with an abundance of coffee. There were three nice TVs which as great. That being said, we were unhappy about several things. There are electrical wires all over, some with knob and tube. We felt insecure due to the fact that not every window had a secure way to lock and the locks on the doors did not appear to be very secure and are not very easy to open and close either. We FROZE the entire time we were there. The host did provide us with some little electric heaters but it was not enough to keep the place warm- the bathroom was particularly frigid. The lighting here is inadequate- it was very dark and cold, but I must add that it is a cold time of year. The shower was lined with some type of crusty residue. Several things were in disrepair, like the ceiling fans and some of the desperately needed lights. The place needs a coat of paint. And finally, we wanted to do a load of laundry (asked permission from one of the workers) and refrained from doing so due to the condition of the inside of the machine- full of residue- icky. We believe this is where linens for the property are laundered as workers were there constantly. So that was a turnoff. The house is full of a lot of old stuff and old furniture, etc. I know that some people are into that but to me, it just looked like a bunch of cast-off things. And the street out front has constant, loud traffic noise, something I was trying to get away from. I appreciated the host but most of the rest of the stay was a big disappointment.

4.0

Aug 2022

I will start with our host Michael, very easy to reach and was very helpful with everything needed, thank Michael. The properties description was spot on and perfect for myself and my 3 teenage grandsons. We had everything we needed and everything from beach to dining were a short walk away. I would have given a 5 star for the property but there was no outdoor seating area like a patio or deck. It is a dated place but also as described so my expectations were met. The question is always "Would you stay there again?" My answer is yes without hesitation.

5.0

Jul 2022

Best place in Catalina

Best place in Catalina

My favorite place to stay - I’ve done it twice and will do it again in the future!

5.0

Jun 2022

Great Getaway

Great Getaway

Avalon is just so much fun. Everyone had an outstanding time. Although the unit is dated, that makes it interesting and fun. Lots of memorabilia of times past! Pots and pans could be improved.

5.0

May 2022

Loved the space. Loved the location. Well stocked and comfortable!! Would definitely come and stay again!

5.0

May 2022

Avalon Gem!

Avalon Gem!

Loved the space. Loved the location. Well stocked and comfortable!! Would definitely come and stay again!

5.0

Apr 2022

Prime location, excellent host!

Prime location, excellent host!

You can’t beat the location of this little house - just far enough off the main drag to be quiet but close to enough to be steps from the action. The house old, but that makes it quaint, and it’s well maintained and clean. Perfect vacation spot!

5.0

Dec 2021

Pictures don't do it justice

Pictures don't do it justice

This house is SO cute. We loved checking out all of the collector signs, the wall that so many visitors tacked up a memory on, the old/antique phone in the kitchen, it was just all so cool. So many sliding doors/windows, almost like a scavenger hunt. We have 3 teens (2 x 16 and 1 18) and us and the size was more than enough. It's larger than the pictures make it out to be the I was a bit concerned about only having one bathroom but it's SO big, didn't matter. I seriously loved the cottage and hope to stay again. Amber was a huge help and so sweet, at check in. She showed us around, helped us understand the TV remotes and how to work the AC, just all around wonderful experience. My family was all very pleased with the house

5.0

Nov 2021

Catalina

Catalina

We love the house a lot of vintage stuff including the house really cool. We would read this again. Very close to town

4.0

Nov 2021

Great beach cottage getaway! The place has character but was clean, comfortable and simple. The beds were comfortable but the couch pull out - not so much. My daughter ended up just sleeping on the couch. The place is in great location close to town but on a busy street. Ear plugs were provided and I can imagine on a busy weekend they will be needed. This is a classic place - make sure your expectations are in line with the photos. Bathroom shower is standing only and snug.

4.0

Nov 2021

Vintage beach cottage

Vintage beach cottage

5.0

Oct 2021

The pics don’t do it justice, the house has unique personality and was comfortable and convenient. We would love to go back

5.0

Oct 2021

Character and convenient

Character and convenient

The pics don’t do it justice, the house has unique personality and was comfortable and convenient. We would love to go back

5.0

Sep 2021

Good times

Good times

Had a great time, the property had everything that you could need. There 4 of us, two couples. We were right around the corner from the waterfront.

5.0

Aug 2021

We very much enjoyed our stay. The place was so cool with its traditional old school beach cottage look. It’s the real deal.

5.0

Aug 2021

Cool vibe

Cool vibe

We very much enjoyed our stay. The place was so cool with its traditional old school beach cottage look. It’s the real deal.

5.0

Aug 2021

Best of everything!

Best of everything!

We had a fantastic time in Avalon! The location of this cottage couldn’t be better. The size of the cottage was a lot bigger than expected. Kitchen was equipped with everything needed. The Rooftop BBQ view was amazing. You could see all of Avalon! Micheal our host was very friendly and notified us when cottage was ready and was able to get into it early. I would definitely go back.

5.0

Aug 2021

Just as described - charming and comfortable!

5.0

Aug 2021

Great old school vibe

Great old school vibe

Just as described - charming and comfortable!

5.0

Jul 2021

Very cute, clean and cozy place located just blocks from pretty much everything in Avalon. The only negative I would say was that the WiFi password we were given didn’t work, but we didn’t really need it so it didn’t bother us :)

5.0

Jul 2021

Cute little place close to everything in Avalon

Cute little place close to everything in Avalon

5.0

Jul 2021

Location is great! You’re close to everything you want to be close to! Home as the classic Catalina looks.

5.0

Jul 2021

Excellent location

Excellent location

Location is great! You’re close to everything you want to be close to! Home as the classic Catalina looks.

5.0

Jun 2021

Wonderful

5.0

Jun 2021

Love the place plan on coming back soon!

5.0

Jun 2021

Stay

Stay

Wonderful

5.0

Jun 2021

After this past year we needed a getaway. The cottage was clean cute and comfortable! Oh! And close to everything! We will definitely be back and I will definitely refer! Thank you!

5.0

Jun 2021

Perfect for a short getaway

Perfect for a short getaway

Check-in was simple and easy. The property manager was nice and efficient. We were also able to securely store our luggage before checking in and after checking out. The cottage was clean and spacious - perfect for our family. We would recommend staying here!

5.0

Jun 2021

A step back in time

A step back in time

Love the place plan on coming back soon!

5.0

Jun 2021

Best getaway!

Best getaway!

After this past year we needed a getaway. The cottage was clean cute and comfortable! Oh! And close to everything! We will definitely be back and I will definitely refer! Thank you!

5.0

Apr 2021

OUR LOVELY STAY!

OUR LOVELY STAY!

My family and I loved the stay at your place. Everything was clean and it was bigger than we had expected. We felt like we were HOME! Thank you for your wonderful service. We are already planning our next trip to Catalina😉

5.0

Apr 2021

Relaxing Beach Cottage

Relaxing Beach Cottage

This property was very quaint and was clean and tidy. It is so close to everything that you want/need to do: shopping, dining, beach and the grocery store. Check in/out was super easy too!

5.0

Apr 2021

Darling cottage!

Darling cottage!

Roomy, darling cottage, fun amenities, convenient location, helpful host!

5.0

Nov 2020

Adorable beach cottage

Adorable beach cottage

It was bigger and cuter than the images showed. The pics don't do it justice. We enjoyed BBQing in the rooftop patio. The cottage is very adaptable, allowing you to open it up or make it more into separate rooms. We would definitely recommend the,sandcastle

5.0

Oct 2020

Great location

Great location

Very comfortable

5.0

Sep 2020

Everything was great.

Everything was great.

Everything was great. Very nice accommodation.

5.0

Sep 2020

Exactly as described

Exactly as described

The whole experience was really great. The cottage was exactly as described. It was very comfortable, clean, and in a great location. Everyone I interacted with was very kind and professional.

FAQs

How much does this cottage cost compared to others in Avalon?

The average price for a rental in Avalon is $460 per night. This rental is $55 less expensive than the average.

Is parking included with this cottage?

Parking is not specified as an available amenity at The Sandcastle Cottage 140 steps to the Beach. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this cottage?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this cottage. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is The Sandcastle Cottage 140 steps to the Beach pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this cottage is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at The Sandcastle Cottage 140 steps to the Beach?

We found 6 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, laundry, and dishwasher.

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The Sandcastle Cottage 140 steps to the Beach

Cottage in Avalon, CA

Reasons to book

About this cottage rental

Amenities

Map of Avalon, CA

Nearby attractions

Reviews

FAQs

How much does this cottage cost compared to others in Avalon?

Is parking included with this cottage?

Is there a pool at this cottage?

Is The Sandcastle Cottage 140 steps to the Beach pet friendly?

What amenities are available at The Sandcastle Cottage 140 steps to the Beach?

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