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Highlights
On the beach
A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the sand and sea.
Centrally-located
You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
Discover nearby landmarks
Close to Capistrano Beach Park
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8
Popular amenities
On beach
Onsite parking available
Kitchen
Washing machine
Air-conditioning
Barbecue
Explore the area
Dana Point, CA
Poche Beach
Place, Poche Beach
13 min walk
Capistrano Beach Park
Place, Capistrano Beach Park
17 min walk
Pines Park
Place, Pines Park
18 min walk
Orange County, CA (SNA-John Wayne)
Airport, Orange County, CA (SNA-John Wayne)
35 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Single Bunk Bed
Living Room 1
1 Double Sofa Bed
2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Bathroom 2
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 3
Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Office
About this property
The Sandbox - Vintage Beachfront Bungalow - private beach Dana Point STR23-0020
** AVAILABLE FOR 3 NIGHT MINIMUM** DANA POINT PERMIT STR23-0020
PRIVATE BEACH ROAD - CHARMING VINTAGE BEACH BUNGALOW. OCEAN AND SAND AT YOUR FEET. 3 BEDROOMS.
Relaxing beach paradise - this oceanfront, freshly updated 1952 beach bungalow sits directly on the sand. The exclusive community of Beach Road provides privacy and seclusion rarely possible with beachfront property, tucked behind the gates of this exclusive guarded community in Dana Point, CA. The beach and ocean are right here. Unwind on the large deck with your morning coffee, see the dolphins swim by and birds dive into the ocean right in front of the house. Cozy up on the deck by the sand, or in the living room with a fire in the gas fireplace while you watch the waves and hear the sounds of the ocean. At low tide, you have direct access to the beach directly off the giant brand-new deck. At high tide, it's like you are floating on a cruise ship, with waves coming right to the glass. Enjoy incredible sunsets, coastline, Catalina Island, and Dana Point views.
Update: As of October construction continues on the expansion of a neighboring home. Construction activity is intermittent and possible from 7am - 4pm Monday through Saturday.
This is a single-level original 1950s California beach bungalow. The single-family residence features 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, a den with pullout couch, an office, a living room with a gas fireplace, and a full kitchen with ocean views. The expansive deck offers room to spread out, sunbathe or enjoy time with family and friends, with a lower patio area offering room for play, and an outdoor dining area with a Blackstone Grill new in 2025. Umbrellas and beach chairs are at your disposal.
The primary bedroom offers a Sleep Number adjustable King bed and freshly updated master bath, second bedroom features a Queen bed, generous third bedroom holds bunk beds (full and twin), and a cozy Tv room/ den.
The maximum number of guests allowed in the home is up to 6 adults and up to 8 people including children. In front of the property, there is private uncovered driveway parking for up to three standard-sized vehicles.
Beach Front properties face harsh conditions daily from the salt air and king tides. Amtrak trains run daily and at night along the active railroad on the opposite side of Beach Road and Pacific Coast Highway.
No parties/events -- Our home is in a quiet residential area and this property is best for families looking for a quiet beachside retreat. If you are looking to host and entertain, Beach Road is not the best option for your group. No smoking on entire premises --Quiet hours between 10pm-8am.
All guests must be pre-approved by host and entered in advance into guard gate system. Maximum of 14 guests in total including registered daytime visitors allowed, all rules are strictly enforced. Parking is extremely limited on Beach Road, please be aware. Guests outside of 2-3 cars in the driveway will be required to Uber/Lyft.
ABOUT THE AREA Beach Road is located between the San Clemente Pier and the Dana Point Harbor in a one of a kind Southern California Beach Front Community with views and privacy unparalleled in Southern California. The homes allow you to step out on to your own private beach with additional miles of public beach for daily activities and exercise. Here, you can experience Southern California coastal living at its finest. The sun, surf and abundant Southern California vacation activities cannot be matched. Geographically located in an area known as California’s Riviera, “one can expect the best coastal weather in Southern California.” The property is located right on the beach so you can expect to see schools of dolphins, and surfers. The home is near both Doheny and Poche, two of the best surfing spots on the west coast.
Relax in the private enclave of Beach Road, and enjoy comfort and ambiance guaranteed to make you wish you never had to leave.
** no persons other than the registered guests may be on property without prior authorization from host. No parties or events. All guests must be registered in advance with entry gate and host **
At 60 miles south of Los Angeles, and 65 miles north of San Diego, we are just 45 minutes to Disneyland, 25 minutes to Lego Land, 60 minutes to Sea World and within an hour of so many other great attractions Southern California has to offer. You will be centrally located to airports, shopping, theme parks, and fine restaurants. Welcome home!
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The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Lock the doors
Put everything back where you found it. Please leave us a note if anything is broken or not working.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
EVERY guest must be pre-registered with host to get past front gate. Primary guest must provide drivers license/ passport and phone# before check-in
EVERY group must sign and follow the Dana Point "Good Short Term Renter" rules which will be provided by Host
Important information
You need to know
Property Registration Number STR23-0020
Property # 3006740vb
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
About the area
Dana Point
Located on the beach, this holiday home is in Capistrano Beach, a neighbourhood in Dana Point. While the natural beauty of Doheny State Beach and Treasure Island Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Dana Point Harbor.
Ocean Institute and Nature Interpretive Center are also worth visiting.
Is The Sandbox - Vintage Beachfront Bungalow - private beach Dana Point STR23-0020 pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at The Sandbox - Vintage Beachfront Bungalow - private beach Dana Point STR23-0020?
As of 16 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Sandbox - Vintage Beachfront Bungalow - private beach Dana Point STR23-0020 on 17 June 2026 start from NZ$2,829, 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 The Sandbox - Vintage Beachfront Bungalow - private beach Dana Point STR23-0020?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at The Sandbox - Vintage Beachfront Bungalow - private beach Dana Point STR23-0020?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at The Sandbox - Vintage Beachfront Bungalow - private beach Dana Point STR23-0020?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is The Sandbox - Vintage Beachfront Bungalow - private beach Dana Point STR23-0020 located?
Nestled on the beach, this Capistrano Beach holiday home is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Capistrano Beach Park and 2.9 mi (4.6 km) from Dana Point Harbor. South Day Use Beach and North Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).
Reviews
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Gorgeous spot! You can fall asleep to the waves and wake up to the sunshine on the beautiful deck. We had an amazing time. The house was perfectly appointed and very comfortable. We would love to come back!
Great place right on the beach. Clean, well decorated, lots of thoughtful touches and notes to help know where everything is. Beds were comfortable, loved that it had air conditioning. Chris was excellent at communicating and responding to messages. We were unfortunately there during king tides, so we had the wood barriers up and weren’t able to see the view of the ocean from the deck which was a bummer, but Chris showed us how to take down a few of them so we could at least access the beach during the day when the tides were good. And it was actually really awesome watching the show the ocean put on for us at night with the king tides… the last night a few of the wood pieces even broke off the barrier because of how intense the waves were! We saw dolphins and lots of wildlife…. Overall still had a nice time. Thanks Chris!
Sarah C.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 15 June 2026
Sarah, you definitely had the ocean putting on a show! We appreciate your partnership in keeping the house safe during this crazy storm - so glad you had a great time with your family, Come back anytime!
My family had a fantastic time in this beautiful home. The deck and beach access is amazing. We have stayed in several homes there over the years and this was by far the best.
Dana Point is just a beautiful spot on the California coast. Chris & Amy are excellent kind hosts & their home is a perfect place to relax & enjoy the wonderful beach, cute town & magnificent sunsets. We hope to return soon!
pamela p.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 6 December 2024
Pam - thank you for your kind words and for bringing your family to enjoy our beautiful little Sandbox. We are thrilled you had a great time. We’d love to welcome you all back soon
Amazing property! Great location. Beautiful views, right on the ocean. Interior was super clean, modern, and comfortable. The deck is awesome. Great communication from the host. We will definitely stay here again!
S K.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 18 September 2023
Thank you Stewart! We love that you enjoyed it and we work hard to keep the place clean and welcoming. You are welcome back anytime!
Third time staying at the Sandbox and it's truly my favorite place to stay. This is one of those great places that I wouldn't change a single thing. Thanks for sharing your beautiful home, Chris and Amy!
Alicia M.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 28 September 2024
3rd time is a charm! We love that you enjoy this little paradise as much as we do - come back anytime!
Wonderful, welcoming space with all the comforts. Terrific beach access and the fireplace is perfect for cool nights and mornings. A gem!
Tina L.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 7 April 2024
Thank you for your kind words, Tina and we agree sitting by the fireplace and listening to the waves is blissful. Thrilled you had a wonderful time, we’d be honored to host you again!
The perfect home to make great memories! The views are spectacular. The patio was ideal for long relaxing days and listening to the waves. We can’t wait to come back! Chris and Amy were great hosts!
Bryan & Teresa S.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 September 2024
Thank you, Teresa! We’re thrilled you had a wonderful time, and would love to have you back anytime!
We had the absolute best stay... I only wish we could have stayed longer!! The big comfy couches with fire tables right on the beach, the gigantic primary bedroom, every possible kitchen & beach amenity with such cute decor. I love my sleep but found myself getting outside early each morning to enjoy the back area with a cup of coffee and incredible views. There’s not one thing I would change and if anything - we hope to be back next summer. Thank you for everything and being such kind and accommodating hosts!!
Property is perfect for our family getaway! The small desk area in the back bedroom was perfect when some of us needed to be on a work call or a little quiet time on the computer. The kitchen is well stocked with newer appliances. The wall air conditioners are a huge bonus. The deck, cornhole games, outdoor tables and seating and citronella candles set in fire glass created the perfect amount of ambient light. The string lights in the bushes were a nice touch. A great summer beach location and we look forward to coming back!
Super nice tastefully updated mid century modern nestled among McMansions. Makes the absolute best of the beach conditions, which are beach at low tide, nicely done river rock at high tide. Everything works what needs to be new is new.
Thomas M.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 3 October 2024
Thank you for staying with us Thomas, and we’re thrilled you enjoyed our home. We’d love to host you again!
This was the perfect beach house on the sand. We had a wonderful weekend with our grandkids here. They have thought of every detail to make this a memorable stay! The sand box was great for the kids as the tide came in. The sleep number bed so comfortable and the surprise gifts so sweet! We definitely will stay here again.
Scott N Diana D.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 9 August 2023
We are thrilled you had a wonderful stay with your family! Thank you for choosing the Sandbox to make memories with your grandkids. We’d love to have you back anytime!
We loved staying at Chris' beautiful beach house. It was better than in the pictures. He was a lovely host leaving presents for the kids and us. We celebrated a birthday trip here with two family's kids and it was magical. Would definitely stay here again. When you were on the deck you felt like you were floating on the ocean and the sandbox was a huge hit with our kids!
Michelle C.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 9 August 2023
Thank you Michelle for your kind words and we are thrilled you had a great trip making memories with your families. We love our little Sandbox! We picture the house smiling when families come to stay - you are welcome back anytime!
We had an amazing stay at the Sandbox enjoying quality time with local family. The back deck is gorgeous and ocean views are beyond stunning. The privacy is unmatched. The vintage bungalow is well appointed with everything anyone could possibly need. Chris and Amy showed so much kindness to accommodate a late check out when my daughter got sick the last day. We can’t wait to go back!
Jen G.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 28 September 2024
It was our pleasure to host your family, Jen! Come back again anytime!
About the host
Hosted by Chris Rogers
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests