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Guest Favorite | Bayfront Paradise | 5 Star Gem

Beachfront, with hot tub

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Outdoor dining
Outdoor spa tub
Living area
Living area
Living area

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8157.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

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Huntington Beach, CA
  • Place, Sunset Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Bolsa Chica State Beach
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Huntington Beach Beaches
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Long Beach, CA (LGB-Long Beach Municipal)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Garden

About this property

Guest Favorite | Bayfront Paradise | 5 Star Gem

Summary:

***DUFFY BOAT CURRENTLY NOT IN SERVICE***

Experience luxury canal living in this premium Sunset Beach/Huntington Harbor property! Relax in your private hot tub with scenic canal views or cruise waterways in your complimentary 19ft Duffy boat. This 1650sqft vacation rental offers direct water access, steps from PCH beaches, dining, and entertainment. Enjoy steam shower, BBQ, paddleboards, and kayaks, plus Smart TVs throughout. Minutes to Disneyland and Knott's Berry Farm for the ultimate Southern California waterfront escape!



The Space:

***DUFFY BOAT CURRENTLY NOT IN SERVICE***

Luxury Waterfront Accommodation with Complimentary Duffy Boat and Spacious Family-Friendly Sleeping Arrangements

Our premium Sunset Beach vacation rental features three beautifully appointed bedrooms designed for ultimate family comfort:

•Master suite with luxurious king bed and coastal views

•Second bedroom with comfortable queen bed and premium linens

•Children's paradise room with two full bunk beds and additional twin mattress, complete with entertainment center featuring Smart TV, PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch, Wii and extensive family-friendly games collection



Gourmet Kitchen & Premium Amenities

The fully-equipped gourmet kitchen provides everything needed for your Southern California getaway:

•Complete cooking equipment including waffle maker, toaster, Nutri-bullet, blender, juicer, air fryer, electric fryer, slow cooker, and coffee maker

•Luxury bathroom amenities with steam shower

•Private hot tub spa overlooking scenic canal views

•Complimentary water equipment including kayaks, paddleboards, and exclusive 19ft Duffy boat (waiver required)



Prime Huntington Harbor Location

Located in the heart of Sunset Beach with:

•Direct waterfront access with private dock

•Steps to Pacific Coast Highway beaches

•Walking distance to coastal dining and shopping

•Minutes to Disneyland and Knott's Berry Farm

•Perfect home base for Orange County exploration



Guest Information

Check-in: 4:00 PM (early check-in may be available)

Check-out: 10:00 AM (late check-out may be arranged)

Quiet hours: 10:00 PM - 8:00 AM (sound travels over water)

Hot tub guidelines: Shower before use, no sand/salt water/sunscreen

Children's safety: Secure dock gate required at all times

Not included: Garage access, pets not permitted

Note: Property located on Pacific Coast Highway with potential weekend noise



Experience the ultimate Southern California waterfront lifestyle at our luxury Huntington Harbor vacation home – where premium amenities meet unforgettable water adventures!



Guest Access:

2 maybe 3 parking spots directly in front of house. spaces. Directly on PCH and driveway.



Other Things to Note:

Spectacular Sunset Beach Waterfront Experience, Luxury Waterfront Living at Its Finest



Experience the ultimate Southern California coastal lifestyle at our premium Huntington Harbor waterfront property. Begin each morning with serene canal views from your private waterfront patio, savoring the peaceful ambiance with your morning coffee as boats gently drift by.



Endless Recreation & Entertainment

This exclusive Sunset Beach vacation rental offers unparalleled water recreation opportunities:

•Relax in the private jacuzzi overlooking scenic harbor views

•Take a refreshing swim directly from your personal dock

•Explore Huntington Harbor by kayak with complimentary equipment

•Stroll across PCH to the pristine Orange County beaches

•Enjoy Smart TVs in every bedroom for entertainment options



Prime Beachside Location

Perfectly positioned in the heart of Sunset Beach, enjoy:

•Walking distance to coastal dining options

•Local craft breweries and beachfront bars

•Weekend excursions to Bolsa Chica State Beach featuring live music events and beachfront dining

•Minutes to Huntington Beach attractions

•Central location for exploring the best of Orange County



Property Note

This stunning oceanfront property sits directly on Pacific Coast Highway, providing easy access to everything while noting that weekend evenings may experience typical beachtown ambiance and energy.

Discover why our luxury harbor-front rental continues to be a top-rated Orange County vacation destination for discerning travelers seeking the authentic Southern California beach experience!

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Property Registration Number STR-2024-0121
Property # 3659292vb

About the area

Huntington Beach

Located on the beach, this holiday home is in Sunset Beach, a neighbourhood in Huntington Beach. RMS Queen Mary and Medieval Times are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Downtown Disney® District and South Coast Plaza. Aquarium of the Pacific and Knott's Berry Farm are not to be missed.
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Huntington Beach, CA

What's nearby

  • Sunset Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Bolsa Chica State Beach - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Huntington Beach Beaches - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Orange County Coast - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Bolsa Chica Ecological Reserve - 17 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Santa Ana Regional Transportation Center - 21 min drive
  • Long Beach, CA (LGB-Long Beach Municipal) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Green Cheek Beer Company - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪SeaLegs at the beach - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Golden Road Brewing - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Guest Favorite | Bayfront Paradise | 5 Star Gem pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Guest Favorite | Bayfront Paradise | 5 Star Gem?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Guest Favorite | Bayfront Paradise | 5 Star Gem?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Guest Favorite | Bayfront Paradise | 5 Star Gem?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Guest Favorite | Bayfront Paradise | 5 Star Gem located?

Nestled on the beach, this Sunset Beach holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Bolsa Chica State Beach and Huntington Beach Beaches. Bolsa Chica Ecological Reserve and Orange County Coast are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

8.2

Very good

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 11 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 11 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 11 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 11 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 11 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Check-in

7.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jessica G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was clean and had more than enough of everything we needed (towels, kitchen items, water toys). Had a great stay, would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leon M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overall our family really enjoyed our stay at the Duffy boat home. The home was nice. We loved the kitchen, the large glass window that opened fully to the back patio, the patio itself, the master bathroom, the kayaks, and use of the Duffy boat. It had easy access to the beach and highway. We used the Duffy boat a couple of times and enjoyed it. There are some things to be aware of though. Sunset beach had lots of garbage (Huntington beach was a lot nicer and not too far away). There were a few things not fully clean when we arrived. The kayak seats were busted. The patio garbage can and large garbage cans outside were completely full when we arrived.Overall we would recommend this property. It was a great fit and time for our family.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kyle A.

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

Amazing place

Such a great place to stay. Will return again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Annalies D.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
House needs a good cleaning and TLC- the "five star gem" name is almost insulting. Walls have holes, or scuffs and are filthy, fruit flies are coming up through the garbage disposal, furniture is water warped, throw pillows have obvious holes, outside chairs are broken, candy wrappers outside when we arrived, outside glass had what looked like throw up on it. I was pretty embarrassed upon check in that i was bringing my friends into a house that was so dirty. See pictures attached. Parking in the listing states 2-3 spots. There is really only one- if you can fit your car horizontal to the garage. The other one would be on the street, which blocks in the car horizontal to the garage. Neighbors are extremely close, but they were no bother. Across the harbour is an eye-sore of a boat- dirty, run down, which makes the view not great. Overall, i would not stay here again.
throw pillow with holes
filthy walls
filthy walls
water warped furniture
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

James A.

Liked: Location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Communication prior to arrival was good. Upon arriving, we had to reach out to the manager/owner as the door lock was not operational. We were told it was likely a dead battery. The manager told us he possibly could come later to fix it but there were batteries on-site if we wanted to change them. We also discovered batteries were needed for a light remote in a guest bedroom.There ended up being no batteries so we purchased batteries for both and installed. The floors were sticky and had dirt/ sand all over. Had to sweep with a frayed broom and broken dust pan. Had to wipe floors with paper towels to get rid of the stickiness.The couch smelled like urine.The baseboards were caked with dirt and the house could use a deep cleaning.There were towels in the washing machine that had been there for awhile and smelled musty. So we washed those as well.The house did not offer any cleaning supplies. The bath towels were all bleach stained and old.The house looks like it was once in great shape but there has been little done to keep the place in top shape.We reached out to the manager/owner and have yet to hear back.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharyn G.

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

Quiet beach house

Super clean, and quiet. I loved that we could walk to some great places including the beach. Definitely recommend taking the duffy out through the marina. Very peaceful. 10/10
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan N.

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

Relaxing Stay

Great property close too beach access. Home was well maintained. Very clean with plenty of linens. Nice kitchen and bathrooms. Grill can use some maintenance, need to light with matches. Two person kayaks can use some maintaining as well. Overall very pleased with experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Yvette C.

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

Sunset Beach Awesome Location *Location* Location!

With so much to do: from paddle boarding, to kayaking, taking the Duffy boat out for a Sunset cruise (you can dock it for dinner at Captain Jack’s) walking across the street to the beach, sitting in the jacuzzi (looking out to the canal) or just sitting out on one of the decks and enjoying the view, sipping wine or reading your favorite book. Master bathroom is wonderful & open kitchen/family room looking out to canal is so refreshing while cooking a delicious meal! Ocean views from other two bedrooms.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Bryan N.

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

Nice property but dirty and no host communication

The pros: Duffy boat and being across the street from the ocean. The cons: House is dirty with marks on the walls. Not a luxury vacation rental, more like a home that’s used as a vacation home and left for vrbo when not in use. Our biggest issue was the property manager would not respond to messages for 48hrs which is unacceptable for a short term rental. Other than that, it’s an okay rental overall.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gretzeel M.

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

Bay Home Weekend Getaway

My family and I had a wonderful stay. Check-in was easy. The property was just as pictured. The Duffy and kayaks are amazing perks to the home. The only down side I had with this home was parking. You can only park two cars parallel to each other on the drive way. However I wasn’t aware that I had to leave space between the two cars for the side walk. It’s a little hard to distinguish that there was a sidewalk in the drive way. So I got a parking citation for that which was a bit of a bummer. But other than that my family had an awesome time . There are plenty of local restaurants too that are delicious and walking distance. The beach is a couple minutes walk.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Boyd B.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

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