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On The Sand In Capistrano Bay

Beachfront holiday home with kitchen and balcony

Overview
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Location

Wonderful

8 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 20399.5 sq m

Popular amenities

Beach view
Dryer
Washer
Barbecue grill
Fireplace

Place, Doheny State Beach
Place, The Coach House
Place, Dana Point Harbor
Airport, Orange County, CA (SNA-John Wayne)

Rooms & beds

8 bedrooms (sleeps 20)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 6

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 7

1 King Bed

Bedroom 8

1 King Bed

5 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 5

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Balcony

Outdoor play area

Dining area

About this property

On The Sand In Capistrano Bay

Ocean front. No Sunday checkouts and no pets. The house is built on the beach, and has 8 bedrooms and 5 baths in a duplex style three story house. Licensed for twenty guests and seven cars. Sleeping for sixteen with a max of four additional guests. No parties with more than 20 people. The House can be split into the sand level rental (3 bdrs, 2ba) and the Upper Two Floors rental (5bdr, 3 ba). Wake up to the water. The sound of the waves at night, and the views are unforgettable. The house is well appointed, but it’s a beach house and it’s not super luxurious.

Weekly only Saturday to Saturday in the summer.

The house is located in a gate-guarded community on Capistrano Bay, one mile south of Dana Point Harbor. The harbor is an easy walk/bike ride away, and is terrific for restaurants, jet ski rental, fishing trips, whale watching and the catalina express. Dolphin pods frequent the bay in front of the house, and you may be lucky enough to be a part of their day! We are 35 miles south of Disneyland, and 55 miles north of San Diego.

Beach Level Rental:

This rental is on the first floor with three bedrooms, and sleeps 6. Two kings and a full. It has a full Kitchen and Dining Table for six. A fireplace is in the living room, and a there is a deck on the sand with a BBQ. A Washer dryer in the garage and linens provided. City of DP Permit: STR19-0969

Upper Two floors Rental:

This rental is on the second and third floors with a spectacular master suite on the third floor. Open your eyes to breaking waves and endless views. Relax, read, exercise, enjoy. Four bedrooms on the second floor are perfect for two families. Each two bedroom set can be closed off and is ideal for adults with children. City of DP Permit: STR19-0968

Bed Detail:

Sand Level Rental:
Beach Level -- Sleeps 8
* Master Bedroom - King
* King
* Full.
* Living Room
* Kitchen

(Parking for 3 cars)

Upper Two Floor Rental:
5 bdr, Sleeps 12
Second Floor - king, king, queen, twins
Third Floor - Master Suite with King and fireplace
Living Room
Kitchen
Fireplace

(Parking for 4 cars)

Keywords: 8 bedrooms 5 baths On the Beach!

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Amenities

Kitchen

Washing machine

Dryer

Outdoor space

Parking available

Beach view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

No additional guests over 20

Pets

No pets allowed, service animals permitted

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:

Start the dishwasher

Strip any used beds

Remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish

Turn off the lights and lock the doors

Please leave used sheets and towels in a pile in a bathroom, and turn off house fan at the thermostat. Thanks for staying!

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

We do not allow Sunday checkouts as We cannot get cleaners on Sundays. We have seven parking spaces approved by the city

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

Note from host: No additional guests over 20

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

About the area

Dana Point

Located in Capistrano Beach, a neighbourhood in Dana Point, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the beach. Mission San Juan Capistrano is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Doheny State Beach and Crystal Cove State Park. Ocean Institute and Laguna Beach Paddle Boarding are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking/biking trails.

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Dana Point, CA

What's nearby

Capistrano Beach Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
Doheny State Beach - 2 min drive - 2.3 km
The Coach House - 3 min drive - 4.5 km
Dana Point Harbor - 5 min drive - 3.7 km
Salt Creek Beach Park - 7 min drive - 5.6 km

Getting around

San Juan Capistrano Depot - 14 min drive
Orange County, CA (SNA-John Wayne) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

‪Better Buzz - ‬5 min drive
‪Sunsets Bar & Grill - ‬11 min walk
‪Starbucks - ‬5 min drive
‪Rapport Coffee - ‬5 min drive
‪Kawamata Seafood - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is On The Sand In Capistrano Bay pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at On The Sand In Capistrano Bay?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at On The Sand In Capistrano Bay?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is On The Sand In Capistrano Bay located?

Nestled on the beach, this Capistrano Beach holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Poche Beach and Doheny State Beach. South Day Use Beach and Capistrano Beach Park are also within 15 minutes.

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.

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8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Mondai A.

30 September 2025

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

Great location and perfect size home for a quick weekend getaway with friends.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lydia D.

11 September 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

We enjoyed our stay with 20 people comfortably.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine E.

27 August 2025

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

Nice property -- fantastic views of ocean. Great neighborhood, convenient to public beaches. Good parking.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

dana h.

22 August 2025

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

we've stayed at many of the rentals along beach road over the last 5 decades. this listing is comfortable and spacious. there is some older carpet on the second level, but most surfaces have been updated. it is what we expect these beach rentals to be, not perfect but perfectly acceptable. we love this community, being right on the water. it's like no other. lee was easy to work with and very accommodating.

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

cathy l.

13 May 2025

Liked: Location

Disliked: Cleanliness

Beach house

The location is perfect. However, the house needs a deep clean. There seemed to be some communication problems with the host and the gate that made our check-in process a little difficult but it was figured out.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Virginia M.

22 July 2024

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

perfect vacation destination

thr whole family raved about how relaxing and fun the vacation was and asked to do it again in the future

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Penny H.

7 July 2025

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

Family Reunion Week at the Beach

Nothing warms my heart more than getting my whole family together. This property was perfect for us (5 total families). Everything was as expected and Lee was amazing to work with if we had any questions. There were no concerns so we didn’t have to deal with anything like that. The house is split up into two units and we used both because we had our whole family and we needed every bit of the space. It worked out perfectly to gather altogether or in smaller groups because of the different spaces that were available. We did a lot of cooking and everything that we needed was provided. Other reviews mentioned the beach access was 2 lots over, but super easy to get to and convenient. I would definitely recommend this property and hopefully we’ll be able to use it again. Thanks Lee.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brandee P.

20 March 2025

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

House is Outstanding!

The house was absolutely beautiful—pictures didn’t do it justice! I appreciated the little touches like dish soap, trash bags, and dishwasher soap being provided. Just a heads-up to bring your own shampoo, soap, toilet paper (only what’s on the roll is provided), and beach towels. Overall, I highly recommend this place! Also, if you have guests, be sure to inform the host, as every car and driver needs to be registered at the guard shack.

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Vickie P.

21 July 2024

Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy

Disliked: Check-in

Family Beach Vacation

Great Location and alot of room. We couldn't use beach in front of house most of the time, the tide was too high and rocky. The kids loved the ocean and playing in the waves. Alot of parking and very safe feeling in gated community. Great bike and walking paths to explore. Nice large beach just outside of gated communtiy, was great for family.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve I.

25 December 2023

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

Lovely Christmas

We had a wonderful time with family. Perfect way to check-off a family “bucket list” idea for having Christmas on the beach. Lee was amazing responding to questions. Would come back in the summer for sure…

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dana P., Los Gatos, CA

7 December 2023

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

Delight on the Ocean

What a delight! The views are incredible. Communication was excellent. We had an issue that was resolved. Recommend for a relaxing time at the shore.

Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brenda H.

14 April 2024

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

Great for large group

We had so much space, even with a large group. So close to the water and without the large crowds of the larger beaches. Beautiful expanse of the ocean every morning. Fully equipped kitchens with everything we needed as we cooked a lot at the house. if you want relaxing comfort, it’s perfect. Lee was very responsive with advance questions and if we had questions while there too.

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Kathleen G.

12 September 2023

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Disliked: Cleanliness

Great location

The location was great. Right on the beach and plenty of space. The house could use a deep cleaning due to proximity to the water and the defects of the elements. I provided the owner with some details. It was fun to watch the extreme high tide while there, waves were breaking very close to the house.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

John K.

16 July 2024

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

Incredible experience!

We had a group of family from around the country coming in for my mother’s 80th birthday. We had such a great time and it was made that much better with the beautiful, spacious, and comfortable setting provided by this house (we rented the entire house for this occasion but could easily rent either levels for future trips in the area). The house had everything that we needed already but the few times that we needed anything or asked, Lee was very friendly and responsive. We would definitely recommend this place to anyone!

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Michelle G.

27 July 2024

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

Family Reunion

The property is in an excellent location with good access to the beach and easy parking! We rented all three floors and had plenty of room! It was great to have 2 kitchens and comfortable furnishings. We loved roasting s’mores while watching the firework shows in Dana Point and San Clemente! Unfortunately, most of the windows were inoperable or were missing screens, and the carpeted stairs and bedrooms need updating. Overall, it was a great choice for my family and we enjoyed our week at the beach!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

3 October 2023

Liked: Communication, location

Disliked: Cleanliness

Beautiful but needs work

This is a beautiful location with some issues. The view is spectacular but the beach side has an uncomfortably steep drop off. I wouldn't bring kids here.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Nathan C.

20 May 2025

Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in

Disappointing and Stressful Stay

I stayed here with my wedding party during my wedding weekend. When we arrived, we followed the instructions to check in with the security gate, and my friends were not let in. We had to spend a lot of time communicating with the host to figure out how to get people past the gate since the security was not operating the way we expected. Eventually, we got to a point where there were no more issues entering, but then realized the property has not been cleaned at all, seemingly because the maid service has the wrong date. They came last minute and cleaned the house well enough and the owner felt pretty bad about it and refunded half the nights due to the mistake. But in the end there was just a lot of unnecessary stress and worry throughout the beginning of the day that put a damper on the weekend. Great location on the water, though kind of an old property that could use some TLC.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

10 October 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Right on the water

Great location on Beach Road. Limited beach access from the house, but walking distance to nice beaches. Not really appropriate for young children due to safety hazards off back deck and no screens on upstairs windows. Lovely view of the ocean and sound of the waves. Train runs directly behind the house, so nighttime noise was an issue.

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Liesl M.

25 August 2024

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

STUNNING LOCATION and enough space for huge family.

Waves crash onto the patio-you can’t get closer to the ocean. Lovely covered deck below and big deck upstairs. Top unit has a super huge room with gorgeous 180 degree sea view and spacious lounge. No window dressings make for a very early wake up. ;) Lots of parking, granite tops kitchen and big fridges. Bathrooms might need a little attention and definitely consider adding AC at the top, where it gets very hot in summer. Need more glasses, pots and spatulas to make breakfast, in the top unit, especially wine glasses ;) Enjoyed sunset drinks with dolphins frolicking right in front of unit. Beach access was easy enough from empty adjacent plot.Washer&Dryers great and TV’s large enough. Beds were comfortable and furniture good. Loved staying here with 14 family members for a wedding and everyone felt they had enough private space. Wifi was good. Thank you Lee!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Patrick L.

6 January 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Casa Horizonte Sin Fin

Beautiful Property. Unbelievable waterfront home. The master suite (3rd floor) is spectacular. The ocean views are unparalleled. Despite being mid-December we got a wonderful weather window. Sunny days, calm sea, no wind, loads of dolphins and a few whales. Bedrooms were nice, heard no complaints on comfort from any of our large group. Some of the kitchen appliances were new and both kitchens were well stocked with the tools and utensils to keep a large group happy. Large sitting areas inside and out. Fireplaces made for cozy evening and early morning gathering places. Unfortunately we caught them in the middle of some renovations and there were a few issues. One inoperable bathroom, no heat (mid December) on the 2nd floor. House had a 2-car garage but we had no access to use it as it was occupied with owner's vehicles. Felt like the communication could have been better from the owner / property manager regarding the renovation. Despite our minor communication and renovation inconveniences we enjoyed the home immensely. Tried to leave it as good or better than we got it and my only regret is that we did not have more time slotted to enjoy the property. If you have a big group and you want the best possible views of the Pacific Ocean, this place seems "cant miss" to me.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Henry W.

10 October 2025

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

This house was great and the location was phenomenal. We rented both the upper and lower units so we had tons of space and everyone had enough privacy. Having the ocean right off the deck was what sold us on this listing and it did not disappoint. It was very cool to wake up with the sounds of the waves each morning. The owner was very helpful and accommodating and was very good about communicating. The only slight issue we ran into was with the security guards at the gate at first. The owner reacted right away and was able to resolve the issue and then everything was good after that.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly M.

29 September 2025

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

My family and I enjoyed this property so much! My kids and grandkids used the upstairs units. Me, and my husband as well as my mom used the main floor. It was perfect! The house was clean and ready to go! The Host, Lee was awesome, started getting some info a couple weeks out so there was never any confusion. Plenty of parking, it’s a gated community so no traffic to contend with. My only regret was that we couldn’t stay longer!

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Alisa M.

4 August 2025

Liked: Communication, location

Location was great and owner was very responsive!Some general feedback provided to the owner:1. The fans - some worked and some did not and all were/are very dirty - need more fans overall on second and third floors2. Not all windows have screens which is bad for wanting to get air flow without bugs in the house3. Blinds on windows are filthy and most do not work - will not open and close and won’t go up and down4. No window coverings on 3rd floor toilet or shower areas - made guests feel uncomfortable 5. Loose tiles and rotted wood near shower in main level bathroom attached to bedroom 6. Table finish on main level dining table is terrible - everything sticks to it like napkins, paper etc7. Refrigerator handle on main level is held on by electrical tape - should be fixed or replaced 8. Toilet in Jack and Jill bathroom on 2nd level runs continuously9. Check in time was supposed to be 4pm and cleaning people were in the home until well after 5pm10. We were surprised that the true bed count was 16 not 20 - my experience with many stays in VRBO properties do not include blow up mattresses in bed count. Teenagers do not want to share blow up mattresses with each other. Perhaps a few sets of bunk beds would be better11. Kitchen handles/knobs and cabinet fronts were dirty so we wiped everything down with Lysol wipes12. The spare sheets and blankets were dusty because all the closets are dustyThe owner responded in part that 1st fl renovation is coming in winter 2025.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer J.

1 July 2025

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

Fantastic week

We really enjoyed our stay. The home was fun! We loved sitting out on the deck and listening to the waves roll in. There was easy ocean access for my kids to body surf or jump waves. The kitchens were well stocked and the house was clean. Lee was great at communicating when it was needed. Thanks for the awesome, relaxing week!!!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda L.

15 June 2025

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

Excellant home

The owner was prompt to reply to my messages. Second year we have stayed at this home. Been renting homes on beach road for 28 years, best home and owner

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

About the host

Hosted by Lee Maddocks

Grew up in Capistrano Beach. I collect historical photos of the area.

Why they chose this property

A vision of Edward Doheny from the 1920's, these homes are very special. Each custom house has a personality and a history that you can become a part of. Staying on Beach Road is an experience one is likely to never forget.

What makes this property unique

It is very rare to stay on a secluded beach in Southern California that the world almanac describes as the world's best climate. This beach house is very close to the water, and the sights and sounds are stimulating.

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10/10 Excellent

Mondai A.

Mondai A.

10/10 Excellent

Lydia D.

Lydia D.

10/10 Excellent

Catherine E.

Catherine E.

10/10 Excellent

dana h.

dana h.

6/10 Okay

cathy l.

Beach house

cathy l.

10/10 Excellent

Virginia M.

perfect vacation destination

Virginia M.

10/10 Excellent

Penny H.

Family Reunion Week at the Beach

Penny H.

10/10 Excellent

Brandee P.

House is Outstanding!

Brandee P.

8/10 Good