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4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Barbecue
Deck or patio
Internet access
Balcony or patio
Barbecue
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 4
1 Double Bed
Other (See Description)
1 Double Bed
3 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathroom 2
Bathroom 3
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area
About this property
Avalon's Only Waterfront Beach House! Best Location! Best Views! Best Deck!
The GRISHAM HOUSE: AVALON'S ONLY WATERFRONT BEACH HOUSE!
You can throw a stone into the water from our spacious 65 FOOT WIDE wrap around deck with SPECTACULAR, sweeping views across the harbor, the town, the beach and the ocean. This is the ideal place for dining, drinks, entertaining, sunbathing, playing cards or simply watching the world go by. You'll never want to leave!
We are superbly located just steps away from the beaches, shopping, restaurants, bars and all the recreational activities like swimming, snorkeling, scuba diving, fishing, parasailing, basketball, volleyball and the many great sightseeing tours which are available. We are also a very short, 2 minute level walk from the boat dock.
During the day, we are right in the middle of all the activity Avalon has to offer; full of hustle and bustle. And nearly everyone who takes the ferry walks right past our property, so if you enjoy people watching, you'll be in heaven. At night however, after the 'day trippers' go home and the businesses below us close, it is pretty calm and quiet.
Our beloved home is 110 years old, but it is well cared for, comfortable and cozy. It's a classic beach house where couples and families will make lasting memories. BUT if you need a "room service Mariott hotel type experience" then you should go look elsewhere. Our superior location and wonderful and spectacular view decks is what attracts guests to us year after year. Several of our regulars have been coming for more than 20 years. THERE IS NO FINER SPOT FOR A FAMILY VACATION OR A COUPLES GETAWAY.
This unit is located on the middle floor of a 3 story property. THERE IS NO ELEVATOR. This unit is 14 steps up from the ground. On the ground floor are 2 clothing/gift shops, an electric bike rental, a snorkel rental, and a psychic.
This Middle Floor Unit sleeps 8. It consists of: - Bedroom with Queen bed, small TV & private 3/4 bath - Bedroom with Double (full) bed & private 3/4 bath - Bedroom with Queen bed and great harbor view - Bedroom with Queen bed & small TV - There is a 3rd Full Bathroom off the living room & the living room also has a small TV. - Wireless Internet Access - Gas BBQ - Fully stocked kitchen with electric stove, microwave and plates, cups, utensils, blender and basic coffee maker. - Wall Furnace. The is no air conditioning.
As mentioned, our property is 110 years old and sound can travel between floors. Therefore, unless you have rented both units, we have a 'Quiet Time' policy after 10:00 PM and before 8:00 AM, where you must reduce the volume of your TV, music and conversations.
- NO SMOKING and NO PETS ALLOWED.
WHY STAY ANYWHERE ELSE? Our property offers you the BEST location; the BEST beachfront viewing decks in town; and the BEST vacation rental value for your money. We get repeat guests year after year; you'll see why! (Go online to VRBO or CIVR Catalina Island Vacation Rentals to compare our rates with other properties that don't even have views!).
This property is best suited for 2 families; 1 large extended family or 3-4 couples. . There is no air conditioning, although it's not needed very often at the beach. We do have portable fans. Lastly, we do NOT have a golf cart.
Sorry, but this is our family vacation home and it is not our policy to rent out to groups such as bachelor/bachlorette parties; fraternity/sorority parties, 21st birthdays, college spring break, etc. ALSO, if you are part of an even larger group or family reunion, we have restrictions on the number of visitors you are allowed. Minimum age limits apply and young adults renting on their own must be 25 years of age. 2 NIGHT MINIMUM at all times and 3 Night Minimum in High Summer Season. Higher rates apply around special events and major holidays.
**BOOKING IN ADVANCE** We have many regulars that come year after year and we always give them first opportunity to re-book for the following year. Therefore we do NOT book more than about 10 months in advance.**
It is NOT our policy to rent to groups such as bachelor/bachelorette; fraternity/sorority; 21st B-days, etc.
AGE RESTRICTIONS: Single adults on their own must be 25 years of age.
QUIET TIME In consideration of any guests in the top unit, you must reduce all TV, music and conversations to quiet levels between 10:00 PM - 8:00 AM.
Important information
You need to know
Property # 65480vb
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
About the area
Avalon
Located in Avalon, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Catalina Island Museum and Avalon Theater are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Catalina Island Golf Course and Avalon Port. Three Palms Avalon Arcade and Nature Center at Avalon Canyon are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and cycling nearby.
Catalina Island Visitor Center - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
Avalon Port - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Lovers Cove - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Catalina Island Museum - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
Catalina Island Golf Course - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
Getting around
Avalon, CA (AVX-Catalina) - 1 min drive
Restaurants
Catalina Island Brew House - 2 min walk
Pancake Cottage - 1 min walk
Descanso Beach Club - 15 min walk
The Sandtrap - 11 min walk
Bluewater Avalon - 4 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Avalon's Only Waterfront Beach House! Best Location! Best Views! Best Deck! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Avalon's Only Waterfront Beach House! Best Location! Best Views! Best Deck! ?
As of 17 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Avalon's Only Waterfront Beach House! Best Location! Best Views! Best Deck! on 20 May 2026 start from NZ$1,855, 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's Only Waterfront Beach House! Best Location! Best Views! Best Deck! ?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Avalon's Only Waterfront Beach House! Best Location! Best Views! Best Deck! ?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Avalon's Only Waterfront Beach House! Best Location! Best Views! Best Deck! located?
Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Catalina Island Visitor Center and Catalina Island Golf Course. Avalon Pier and Avalon Port are also within 5 minutes.
Reviews
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Our family of 8 rented this great place and the upstairs 1 bedroom unit as well. My husband and I stayed upstairs and our grown kids and their spouses and two grandkids 11,14 stayed here in the bigger unit. Everyone had their own rooms. It worked out perfectly for all of us. The decks are amazing for people watching and the view of the harbor is wonderful both day and night. We used the gas bbq two nights and the store nearby is well stocked and had everything one would need. It’s an easy flat walk from the ferry and to all the restaurants and activities that Avalon has to offer. Close to everything! The beds were comfortable and the place was clean. You could tell it had been in their family a long time and yet bathrooms and kitchens were all updated. My family would all like to return next year! It was great!
Amazing location. Close to everything and great people watching. Things to know: there is one step up to the bathroom in the Queen bedroom with attached bath; the entry to the house is into the bathroom attached to the double bedroom, then you walk through the bedroom to get to the living room (although people can also enter/leave via the sliding glass door to the balcony if left unlocked). Lots of restaurants and fun things to do, we did: kayaking, golf, ropes course, hiking, electric bicycles, jeep tour of the interior (with Bison and Catalina Fox!). When a cruise ship docks for the day there is a lot of activity, then it quiets down just before dinner. I was a lovely week for us!
It was perfect for our family. We have eight from 10-70. Though the kitchen was well-stocked, we mostly ate out and enjoyed the many delights of Avalon.
Everything was perfect about this Catalina beach home - the lovely location right on the waterfront, very neat and clean, the gorgeous view of the harbor, the pier, the Casino, etc. It couldn’t have been better. The owner, Randy, was so very nice, answering any questions we may have had. We so appreciate that he allowed us to stay until 4, since it was raining very hard and our boat was not leaving until 5 PM. Luckily no one was checking in at 3. This beach home is definitely the best that we’ve stayed in while in Avalon. Thank you!
House is amazing. Views are amazing. Patio is amazing. Location is ideal. Owner is beyond responsive and accommodating. Will definitely be back and recommend to anyone considering.
This is the third time my family has stayed in this beautiful house. The location and the view of the pier and casino are unbeatable. The house has a very cozy feeling. The deck is fantastic for having a barbecue and making memories with our family.
Randy is extremely responsive providing detailed information about the location. The place is gorgeous! My husband and I celebrated his 50th birthday with a quick weekend stay!! We couldn’t have asked for a better location!! Thank you Randy!! We hope to be able to stay again soon!
The Grisham house made our whole weekend so much fun! The wrap around deck was EVERYTHING. Our group spent the majority of our time there people watching, playing games and just having a great time. Everything was exactly as listed. The location was amazing and we could walk to everything.
This location is magical. If you’re looking for convenience to everything in Avalon, you found it. We could not have asked for a better place to call our home away from home. Host is wonderful to work with. We’ll be back and can’t wait!
We had an excellent experience. The location was absolutely perfect—close to everything I needed, making my stay incredibly convenient. The owner was fantastic, maintaining great communication throughout the entire process. They went above and beyond and even made accommodations to our stay. I highly recommend this place for a fun, comfortable, and hassle-free stay
The property was AWSOME and everything went as planned Grisham house is in the heart of the island I loved looking out in the harbor every morning thank you for having us we will definitely be back.
We had a wonderful stay at this rental. The location and views are unbeatable! It comes with a little street noise in the evening but it wasn’t obtrusive. We enjoyed the patio and kitchen was well appointed for cooking. We would love to stay here again for our next trip.
We had a wonderful time at this beautiful home. It was comfortable, roomy, and clean. We felt very special to stay at such a great home. The location was fabulous. If you like a beautiful view and accessibility to everything on the island, this is the house!