Waterfront 1 Bedroom Penthouse. Incredible Views! Incredible Deck! Read Reviews

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A balcony with a table and chairs overlooking a marina with boats and palm trees.
A kitchen with a bar area, wooden cabinets, and a view through the window.
A marina at night with boats docked and city lights in the background.
A coastal marina with numerous boats docked, a prominent building with a red roof, and a hilly backdrop.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stove, and a large window overlooking a scenic view.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Catalina Museum for Art & History
Sleeps 21 bedroom1 bed

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Laundry room
  • Barbecue
  • Balcony
  • Internet access
  • Balcony or patio

Explore the area

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Avalon, CA
  • Place, Avalon Port
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Catalina Island Visitor Center
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Catalina Museum for Art & History
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Avalon, CA (AVX-Catalina)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Waterfront 1 Bedroom Penthouse. Incredible Views! Incredible Deck! Read Reviews

The GRISHAM HOUSE: AVALON'S ONLY WATERFRONT BEACH HOUSE!

You can throw a stone into the water from our fantastic 60 foot wrap around balcony deck with spectacular and sweeping 270 degree views overlooking the beach, the town, the harbor and the ocean! There is no finer spot to sit and people watch or relax with a glass of wine. 2 night minimum. (3 nt minimum in summer)

You want waterfront with fantastic views; the best location; a great deck and the best value? This is it - look no further! Compare us to ANY other rental (house, condo or hotel) that claims to be waterfront or have an ocean view.

This family owned vacation home offers you the BEST location in town; only steps away from the sand and swimming, shopping, restaurants and bars and all the recreational activities and sightseeing tours. We are also a very short, 2 minute level stroll from where the ferry docks.

Our property is 3 stories, AND THIS UNIT IS ON THE TOP FLOOR AND THERE IS NO ELEVATOR. This is a classic, clean and comfortable 113 year old beach house, but if you need a "room service Marriott hotel type experience"; you should look elsewhere. We do not have air conditioning, although it's not needed as much at the beach and we do have 2 sets of sliders and portable fans. We also do not have a golf cart. They can be rented by the hour 200 feet away.

On the ground floor are a couple retail clothing shops, an electric bike rental, a snorkel rental and a psychic. The middle floor (14 steps up) is our larger vacation rental (vrbo #65480) and this unit is on the top (3rd) floor 14 additional steps up from the middle unit. The stairs leading from the middle to the top floor are 36" wide, in case that is an issue for you.

During the day we are right in the middle of all Avalon has to offer; hustling and bustling with activity. And virtually everyone who takes the ferry walks right past our property, so if you are a people watcher or enjoy seeing all the activity in the harbor; you'll be in heaven. At night however, after the 'day trippers' go home and the businesses close, everything calms down around us.

This unit is like a small 1 bedroom apartment and offers a separate bedroom with queen bed, a remodeled bathroom with stall shower, a remodeled fully stocked kitchen and a small living room with small table & chairs and sofa. The living room has a TV and 2 sets of sliding glass doors that open onto the LARGE WRAPAROUND DECK WITH SPECTACULAR 210 DEGREE VIEWS. There is a gas BBQ on the side deck. BBQ and dine on the deck while you enjoy spectacular views. We also have free wireless internet access.

Our beloved home is 113 years old and sound can travel between floors. Therefore, unless you have rented both floors, we have a quiet time policy with reduced TV, music and talking levels after 10:00 PM and before 8:00 AM.

WHY STAY ANYWHERE ELSE? This property offers you the BEST location; the BEST beachfront view decks in town; and the very BEST vacation rental value for your money. We get many repeat guests year after year; you'll see why!

NO PETS and NO SMOKING. 3 Night MINIMUM in Summer (and 2 nt minimum all other times). Sorry, we do NOT have a golf cart. Minimum age limits apply and young adults renting on their own must be 24 years of age.

**BOOKING IN ADVANCE** We have many regulars that come back 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.**


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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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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
In consideration of any guests on the middle floor, you must reduce levels of TV, music and conversations to quiet levels between 10:00 PM-8:00 AM.

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number 101PB
Property # 66587vb
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Avalon

Located in Avalon, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Travellers looking for local activities can try Avalon Port and Catalina Island Golf Course, while those looking to experience a bit of culture can stop by Catalina Museum for Art & History. 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 cycling and mountain biking nearby.
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Avalon, CA

What's nearby

  • Lovers Cove - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Avalon Port - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Catalina Island Visitor Center - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Catalina Museum for Art & History - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Catalina Casino - 18 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Avalon, CA (AVX-Catalina) - 67 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Descanso Beach Club - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Pancake Cottage - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Bluewater Avalon - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Catalina Coffee & Cookie Co. - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Catalina Island Brew House - ‬8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Waterfront 1 Bedroom Penthouse. Incredible Views! Incredible Deck! Read Reviews pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Waterfront penthouse, wraparound deck?

As of 29 July 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Waterfront penthouse, wraparound deck on 28 August 2026 start from NZ$2,033, 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 Waterfront 1 Bedroom Penthouse. Incredible Views! Incredible Deck! Read Reviews ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Waterfront 1 Bedroom Penthouse. Incredible Views! Incredible Deck! Read Reviews ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Waterfront 1 Bedroom Penthouse. Incredible Views! Incredible Deck! Read Reviews located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Lovers Cove and Avalon Port. Catalina Island Visitor Center and Catalina Museum for Art & History are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 191 out of 200 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 200 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 200 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 200 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 200 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

John P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is the best and only place we will ever stay at Avalon!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ryan G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What an amazing property and location. The views were awesome as well. I highly recommend this establishment.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gary H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super nice and clean one bedroom, one bath with well stocked kitchen, best views and location in town.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wendy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything about this property was perfect! Thanks for sharing.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andy M.

Just is very welcoming. The rental is a perfect location and is
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Glen K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My wife and I have visited Catalina many times over the years, but this VRBO was by far our favorite. The location is about as close as you can get to the pier upon arrival and super close to downtown and all the outfitters Catalina has to offer. Randy, the host, was a great communicator and extremely accommodating. This VRBO would definitely be our first choice on our next visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jenny P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location and convenience unmatched! Add a responsive, helpful owner, and you have the perfect Avalon experience.
Avalon from the Chimes Tower
Friendly local wildlife
Dive Park
Bike Catalina Tour 
Drive to Airport in the Sky and mountain bike back to Avalon
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Helen L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place was a dream!!!! The views from the decks are unbeatable! The kitchen was well stocked, beds and pillows were great, living room furniture very comfortable. Everything felt safe and cozy!!!! Absolutely everything you could want is within walking distance, including a killer coffee stand just across the street. We were there in July and it was very warm outside. Due to natural airflow in the house and house fans, the inside stayed a very comfortable temperature day and night. I never imagined myself as a “tour” type person but absolutely loved the ECO tour and the glass bottom boat tour. 1 min walk to one, 3 minute walk to the other. We saw like 40 bison, some closer than I wanted. There are stairs to enter the unit but they are very sturdy and have hand rails. I’m old and it was no problem at all. We loved this place and would HIGHLY recommend. The downstairs renter has been coming to the house for over 40 yrs, now w their children and grandchildren. Can’t get a better recommendation. They were wonderful people. Great communication w the owner.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous! Can't wait to go back.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ted H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It’s a great location with a nice balcony that overlooks all of the comings and goings of the island. We’ll definitely plan to go back there. It’s much better than any hotel in my opinion and the property manager is really on the ball.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Edmund R.

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

Weekend in Avalon.

Very impressed on condition of the property and overall cleanliness.Great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erik N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Incredible location, 5 minutes walk from everything worth doing in avalon, and beautiful views of the harbor. Randy (host) was wonderful, very friendly and communicative, and the house was perfectly clean and ready for use when we arrived. 10/10 would stay again!!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura F.

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

Best time at Catalina Island

We had the best stay at Catalina Island.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike A.

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

Loved loved loved this place

Perfect spot, beautiful view, location was fantastic and host was extremely hospitable!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sara S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful time! We rented both units. My husband and I stayed up top in the one bedroom. Fully equipped and clean with a beautiful view of the pier, and harbor, town and casino. Our two “kids” and their spouses and two granddaughters 11 and 14 stayed downstairs and they all had their own rooms and three bathrooms were nice. You can’t beat the deck out front. It makes the whole experience wonderful! We were lucky with the weather and it felt very safe to let the girls head off to get ice cream or play volleyball across the street. It is an old house as noted but bathrooms and kitchens are nicely updated. It’s very comfortable. We hope to do it again next year. Super easy from the ferry to get to! Do it!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen B.

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

Best Location in Avalon

We consistently come back to stay at Randy’s house year after year. It is always clean and it comes with gorgeous views of the harbor, plus it is within walking distance to everything. We will be back again soon.
From the balcony of the apartment.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cindy J.

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

Best Views

We were very pleased to stay here!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jamie M.

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

A wonderful Birthday Vacation

We had a great time staying in the penthouse and watching the world go by!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

thach v.

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

Best View and Location in Avalon!

Randy was very responsive and timely with all the details of the stay and communication. Great location within walking distance to everything. The additional amenities like the bikes and basketball was a plus. Will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dave A.

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

Great place

We stayed in both the TOP and MIDDLE. Great views.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel D.

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

Absolutely perfect location!

Perfect location! In walking distance from all of the shops and restaurants! The view from the room is spectacular! Would definitely recommend staying here to anyone!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David A.

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

Awesome location

It was relaxing and exciting.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rich C.

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

35th Anniversary

We come to Catalina every year for our anniversary.We chose this VRBO because of the beautiful view and location in town.We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gabriele H.

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

39th Anniversary stay

Location was perfect. Place clean. Had a very pleasant 4 days
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Romantic Getaway

This was a lovely little cottage just a short walk from the terminal and right on the edge of Avalon. Perfectly located to enjoy our stay on foot. The view was spectacular. The cottage is homey and quaint reminiscent of the old days of Catalina.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

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Hosted by Randy Grisham

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