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🌊WALK TO BEACH, BAY, SHOPS and RESTAURANTS, near DISNEYLAND, CATALINA, AQUARIUM

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Outdoor dining
Living area
Living area
Interior
Beach

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Long Beach, CA
  • Place, City Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Long Beach Waterfront
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Alamitos Bay Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Los Angeles, CA (LAX-Los Angeles Intl.)
    ‪56 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Front room

1 Queen Sofa Bed

Master or “Blue” room

1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

“Palm Sunset” room

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Guest bath - downstairs

Towels provided · Toilet

Main Bath - upstairs

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

🌊WALK TO BEACH, BAY, SHOPS and RESTAURANTS, near DISNEYLAND, CATALINA, AQUARIUM

My 2 story house is 1/2 block from oceanfront beach and 4 blocks from bay which is perfect for children.
There are 3 bedrooms that can sleep 6. There’s a generous sized master with king bed, bedroom with a double and twin bed and den/family room with a queen sofa bed. There is a Japanese floor mattress to sleep one extra (child).
There is one large full bath upstairs with tub and shower and double sinks, and a small 1/2 guest bath downstairs.
The kitchen has all the basic modern appliances and there’s a brand new washer and dryer conveniently located in the master bedroom.
There is central air and heating, a wood burning/gas fireplace in living room. There’s a charcoal barbecue grill on the kitchen patio.

I have a front brick patio with two lounge chairs, a table with four dining chairs and two captain’s chairs.
If you look toward the beach you often see the kite surfers’ colorful kites floating above the ocean.
and Catalina is also often visible.
You can't find a better location to be in the Los Angeles area than where I live. You get a small town feel with the convenience of walking yet with all the amenities of a big city. You are close to all the SoCal attractions like Disneyland, Sports venues and Hollywood, as well as all the best beaches for surfing and other water activities.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed, service animals permitted
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Treat the home as you would your own (better!) For example: Remove shoes and shake out sandy towels, etc before entering the house.
When using heat or air conditioning shut all windows and doors and turn off before leaving. Temperature should be kept around 75 degrees.

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
Property Registration Number NRP23-01168

About the area

Long Beach

Located in Belmont Shore, a neighbourhood in Long Beach, this cottage is near theme parks. RMS Queen Mary and Medieval Times are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Long Beach Cruise Terminal and World Cruise Center. Travelling with kids? Make time for Aquarium of the Pacific, or head to an event or a match at Long Beach Convention and Entertainment Center. Kayaking, parasailing and windsurfing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
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Long Beach, CA

What's nearby

  • City Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Long Beach Waterfront - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Alamitos Bay Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Rosie's Dog Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Naples Island - 17 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Pacific Avenue Station - 8 min drive
  • Santa Ana Regional Transportation Center - 22 min drive
  • Long Beach, CA (LGB-Long Beach Municipal) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Angel's Share Whiskey Lounge and Beer Bar - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Panama Joe's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Legends Restaurant & Sports Bar - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Breakfast Republic - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does 🌊WALK TO BEACH, BAY, SHOPS and RESTAURANTS, near DISNEYLAND, CATALINA, AQUARIUM have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

How much does it cost to stay at 🌊WALK TO BEACH, BAY, SHOPS and RESTAURANTS, near DISNEYLAND, CATALINA, AQUARIUM?

As of 21 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 🌊WALK TO BEACH, BAY, SHOPS and RESTAURANTS, near DISNEYLAND, CATALINA, AQUARIUM on 23 May 2026 start from NZ$697, 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.

Is 🌊WALK TO BEACH, BAY, SHOPS and RESTAURANTS, near DISNEYLAND, CATALINA, AQUARIUM pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at 🌊WALK TO BEACH, BAY, SHOPS and RESTAURANTS, near DISNEYLAND, CATALINA, AQUARIUM?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 🌊WALK TO BEACH, BAY, SHOPS and RESTAURANTS, near DISNEYLAND, CATALINA, AQUARIUM?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 🌊WALK TO BEACH, BAY, SHOPS and RESTAURANTS, near DISNEYLAND, CATALINA, AQUARIUM?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 🌊WALK TO BEACH, BAY, SHOPS and RESTAURANTS, near DISNEYLAND, CATALINA, AQUARIUM located?

Located in the centre of Long Beach, this family-friendly cottage is within a 10-minute walk of City Beach, Rosie's Dog Beach and Alamitos Bay Beach. Mother's Beach and Naples Island are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 11 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Megan V.

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

Charming cottage

Lovely cottage with everything we needed for our stay! Perfect location as well!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jane M.

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

Great cottage in Belmont Shores

Ideally located cottage close to the beach and 2nd street. Had a great time.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James S.

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

Perfect cottage for the Holiday

This beach cottage is beautiful and in the perfect location. Restaurants and shopping on 2nd street is just a few blocks up and the beach is only steps away. We had a wonderful time and would love to stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brett B.

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

Cute house

This house is a great location with close proximity to the beach and also to restaurants and shopping on 2nd.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly M.

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

Family Time

We loved the house. Felt like a home. It was perfect walking distance to the beach and every variety of food in close driving distance.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jayme R.

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

Beachside Paradise

I couldn’t say enough nice things about this rental. It was the perfect escape from the heat with the sea breeze. Only 20 minutes from Disney too so you can enjoy all things SoCal has to offer. I will be back to rental yearly!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

marlo p.

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

Adorable, well furnished

Our family of 5 stayed three nights. We walked to restaurants and coffee. The home was comfy and well stocked including extra linens, games and books. We did not cook in the kitchen but it had a big frig and stove. Beach and restaurants are easy walks. Quiet neighborhood w street parking although full. We were grateful for the single car designated parking in the rear. Host was easy and communicative. Would def stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

sister weekend

My sisters and i had a great stay. Communication with Catherine was outstanding. ... she is very prompt and helpful. She even left us a special treat for the birthday celebration. She made everything to easy and smooth. Lovely home, great set-up. Thank you for a wonderful weekend getaway!!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Archival

8/10 Good

Juergen L.

Great location and property in Long Beach

Catherine has a wonderful property in Long Beach which fit our needs perfectly! We needed a 3 bedroom, 2 bath home for a week long visit to the Long Beach/Seal Beach area for our party of 3 adults and a 4 year old grandson. The house is a cute, very comfortable, two story Cape Cod with an artistic, "beachy" decor. Very well stocked and having all the necessary appliances including a full size washer and dryer more than fulfilled our desires. Another plus was the availability of parking directly in front of the house on most days. One of our favorite places was the front patio with it's French countryside feel. Lush plants, flowers, birds, the friendly local squirrel and a waterfall to soothe the spirit made the relaxing environment complete. Catherine's house is within walking distance of beaches and playgrounds and has easy access to the shopping district, Aquarium and other Long Beach amenities. We found working with Catherine and VRBO to be very straightforward and problem free. This was a most enjoyable stay and will likely be our go-to location next time we're in the Long Beach area.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2016
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Tracy J.

Adorable beach cottage!

We loved our adorable beach cottage! SInce I hate long winded reviews here it is: Charm beyond words - adored the white washed wood floors, perfect for 6 people very comfy beds, we were allowed to bring our 2 small dogs and they loved it too, My favorite part was the fenced in front patio - we ate all our dinner's outside, enjoyed bbq'ing out there, played ball with our dogs, took naps on the two lounge chairs. Parking spot behind the house was clutch! We used to live in Belmont Shore we enjoyed walking to shopping, meals and morning coffee! The only slight downside was the 1 1/2 bath for 6 is tight but the house is a jewel! ENJOY!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2016
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Frank T.

Comfy, cozy, super cute! Very close to beach!

We were lucky enough to stay at Catherine's home for a week. It is located in a part of Belmont Shore where I grew up. I left in the 70's. We were delighted with the house. Super comfy beds, close to the beach. It is filled with beautiful mosaics. Super cute patio and front yard with a potted plant garden. A deck off the master to watch the sunset. It has everything you need. We found the home and the owner delightful! We will definitely return!!!
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2016

About the host

Hosted by Catherine Gamble

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We are Tracy and Catherine …. Tracy is a retired television comedy writer with a 30 year career, with credits including the Golden Girls and Home Improvement and created his own show “8 Simple Rules” with John Ritter.

I am an artist, currently doing stained glass mosaics, but love all sorts of arts and crafts involving wood, metal, ceramics etc, but mostly using repurposed materials.
I was born in Montana, grew up in Midwest until I was 10 (Chicago area) and Tracy was born close by in Santa Monica, and has lived in California all his life.
We have three children - two girls and the youngest a son, all born in Southern California.
We recently bought a home in Vancouver WA - we love green spaces and seasonal weather. We will be back and forth from there to Long Beach to visit family and friends.
We have done a lot of traveling ourselves over the years.

We are proud to have our daughter be property manager and Co-host - she takes great care of our guests!

Why they chose this property

Location, location, location!
We stumbled on this area when looking for colleges for my daughter and fell in love immediately. I love it here for so many reasons - it's what I call "a big small town."
I like the small streets of Belmont Shore where I live, the beach city vibe, easy for walking or biking. The canals of Naples are a must see (on other side of bay and across from Peninsula) and little Seal Beach next door has a beautiful beach for swimming and surfing and a Main St. of it’s own.
The people are friendly and it's a relaxed place to be but for those who want action there's plenty. There's the beach and bay for swimming and other water activities and local attractions like Aquarium of the Pacific, the Laugh Factory, and the Queen Mary and Catalina a 40 minute boat ride away. Disneyland is just a 30 minutes drive on the freeway (that’s with no traffic).
You have the Performing Arts and Convention Centers and various sporting events hosted here like beach volleyball and the Long Beach Grand Prix, and other sporting and music events at larger venues around LA. There’s even an 18 hole El Dorado golf course and Catalina is just a 40 minute boat ride away. In September there’s the Classic Car show on 2nd St and there are various planned activities on the beach during summer, like a Polynesian Festival, boat races and movie nights on the beach.
There are great restaurants everywhere, Pine Ave/downtown, Shoreline Village, Alamitos Bay and in my neighborhood on 2nd St.
Many more SoCal attractions include Hollywood Bowl, Universal Studios

What makes this property unique


Its fantastic location in a beach area that feels like a “big small town” with most things you’d need within walking distance.

Languages:

English, Local (sign language)
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