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Castle By The Sea - Dana Point - Permit #16-0537

Holiday home with kitchen, near Doheny State Beach

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Exterior
Main Living Room
Dining Table
Master Bedroom
Kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6192.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Living Room 1

1 King Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Castle By The Sea - Dana Point - Permit #16-0537

At the southern terminus of Pacific Coast Highway midway between Los Angeles and San Diego. A few miles South of Laguna Beach and 3 miles from Historic Mission San Juan Capistrano. My place is close to the beach with great views, restaurants and dining, parks, arts and culture, dana point harbor, many resorts and golf. You’ll love my place because of the location, the view, the peace and quiet and comfort. My place is good for couples, business travelers, and families (with older children). Dana Point Permit #16-0537

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 35
Check out before 11:00 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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Jacuzzi on property is not included in rental 2 car limit Street cleaning in the morning on Tuesday and Wednesday AM Text upon departure
Two-Night Minimum Stay

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Dana Point

Located in Lantern District, a neighbourhood in Dana Point, this holiday home is near theme parks and by the sea. Dana Point Harbor and Pelican Hill Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Doheny State Beach and Crystal Cove State Park. Ocean Institute and Laguna Beach Paddle Boarding are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Map
Dana Point, CA

What's nearby

  • Doheny State Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Dana Point Harbor - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Salt Creek Beach Park - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • The Coach House - 4 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Mission San Juan Capistrano - 6 min drive - 7.1 km

Getting around

  • Laguna Niguel Station - 12 min drive
  • Orange County, CA (SNA-John Wayne) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Doho Cafe - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Denny's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪A's Burgers - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Del Taco - ‬5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Castle By The Sea - Dana Point - Permit #16-0537 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Castle By The Sea - Dana Point - Permit #16-0537?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Castle By The Sea - Dana Point - Permit #16-0537?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Castle By The Sea - Dana Point - Permit #16-0537 located?

Located in Lantern District, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Lantern Bay County Park and Doheny State Beach. Dana Point Harbor and Dana Point Preserve are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 153 out of 163 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 163 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 163 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 163 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 163 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Teri R.

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

Great Stay!

The home is beautiful and very comfortable. We all really enjoyed our stay in Dana Point.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very cool property with an awesome location! The beach gear and towels were a lifesaver
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dustin P.

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

Amazing

Fantastic property in an incredible location. We have stayed here multiple times!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brendan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property for a family vacation! Starting with the couch in the family room, so comfy! Kitchen has everything you need and my wife loved the fridge! Spacious bedrooms and bathrooms are great! And finally, our son loved the putting green! 5 min drive from the beach and great restaurants all around! Weill definitely come back again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas L.

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

Weekend Review

Property was exactly what we needed for the weekend. The location was peaceful and welcoming, and the beach being a walk away was convenient. Communication was smooth and responsive. Would recommend for anyone looking to rent!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve G.

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

Quick getaway

We enjoyed our stay
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eugene M.

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

Great Experience

This was our family's first experience using VRBO and based on the quality of the property and owners assistance and courtesy will not be the last. Thanks Cary for a great experience at your beautiful home. :-).
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Louise W.

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

Wedding trip

Our stay was wonderful and home is very clean and very nice location. 2 bedrooms are pretty small with too big of dressers and hard to manu er with suitcase. Also need an extra chair in dining room for table. Otherwise everything else was excellent and enjoyed having beach chairs and umbrellas and towels for the beach!! I would highly recommend this place!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawn H.

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

Wedding Weekend

Lovely well appointed home in a great location.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Ken H.

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

Our first VRBO rental

Well taken care of property. Good location. Had all the little things you need
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Savanah M.

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

Annual Stay in Dana Point

For the past four years, we have chosen Cary's home in Dana Point for our business team accommodations. Cary has consistently been an exceptional host, and we anticipate booking with him again in the future. 10/10 stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dustin P.

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

Amazing

This was our second time staying at this property. The neighborhood is amazing and scenic. It's a walk to Doheny Beach and shops. The house itself is incredible. We will be staying again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Krista L., Pittsburgh, PA

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

Perfection!

Absolutely beautiful property in amazing location!! Home was more than we could have even imagined! Everything was perfect!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alicia S.

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

Wedding stay

Location was perfect. Decks are wonderful. Excellent communication. Spacious, clean, well stocked with coffee. Very quiet neighborhood.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Belinda W.

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

Pleasant

Very nice and clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura K.

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

Great for weekend away

It’s winter which is one the best times to visit the area. Fewer crowds. Everyone is happy. And the castle house was perfect. Close to Laguna. Lovely house and wonderful for family time eating dinner in, playing games and watching movies. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Leighann K., Raleigh, NC

Castle by the Sea says it all

We very much enjoyed our stay at the Castle by the Sea! The home was in excellent condition with beautiful decor, exactly as represented in the photos. The location was perfect -- close to the beach and restaurants, and only a quick drive away from other main attractions in the area. During our stay, we spent time in Laguna Beach and Newport Beach, but Dana Point was by far our favorite — more scenic, less crowded. The owner Cary was very accommodating and responsive. We wouldn’t hesitate to stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2017

10/10 Excellent

Andrew G.

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

Dana Castle by the Sea was Excellent!

My adult family and I stayed at the property in Jun/Jul 2023. We found the owner, Cary, to be really helpful and accommodating. He provided easy instructions to access the property before and when we first arrived. He also dealt with any issues during our stay really quickly, which all added to how much we enjoyed our holiday. The property was clean, spacious and comfortable and we would not hesitate to stay again in the future.
Stayed 13 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessalyn S.

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

Beautiful Home with Everything You Need!

Cary was an incredible host! The Castle by the Sea was such an incredible place to stay. The nautical touches made this stay even more enjoyable. Our group spent time cooking and the kitchen was very well equiped. The living room couch was such a comfy place to hang out! We really enjoyed the balconies for a quiet way to enjoy the mornings. You can really see all of the thought that went into this lovely home, and I know you will love your stay! We sure did! Cary was great to work with! 10/10 would recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Christine J.

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

Interesting house. Lots of stairs though.

It was a nice house, though the shower window in the master needs a curtain. Some of the doors don't stay latched. Better lighting needed in bathrooms. Whoever cleans needs to do a better job sweeping under the couch. I was thrilled to see lots of books and DVDs to choose from. I would stay there again though. It was well worth it. Host was very nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Castle by the Sea in Dana Point was a perfect choice for our family group of 5 while attending a wedding in San Juan Capistrano. The neighborhood is super charming, each house makes full use of their steep lots and the result is a series of decks ascending up the hill behind the houses. We had a lot of fun trying them all out. The house had everything we needed for a comfortable stay, including a nicely kitted out kitchen. The decor I would describe as "favorite great uncle's house" with big dark comfy furniture, antique lithographs of steamships on the Mississippi River, some old family photos nicely framed, and a cupboard fully of history books. Cary was an excellent host. We encountered one issue during our stay when the speaker system started playing country music although none of us was connected. He was by in under 5 minutes to turn it off. Thanks for sharing your house, we enjoyed it immensely.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alfredo G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a wonderful quiet beautiful house Enjoyed the stay and would recommend it
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patti B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome kitchen, fully stocked. Would not recommend for small children unless you bring gates for the many areas with stairs, but other than that, the home was tremendous! The owner, Cary, went way out of his way to deliver a bag we had left behind with my husband's medicine and hearing-aid charger. Items he desperately needed. Cary is our hero.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed here for my daughter’s wedding and it was perfect. Nice sized rooms, kitchen well stocked and lots of balconies to hangout in. The location was great. It was close to the beach and venue. There are lots of stairs which we were fine with but did get a workout. Our host was also very responsive when I had questions.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Peter E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good location neat vibe
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

About the host

Hosted by Cary Short

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I am a father, digital media professional and love to share the Dana Point experience with others as a host

Why they chose this property

Perfect Southern California location to experience Dana Point and other Orange County coastal cities

What makes this property unique

Fully stocked home that has hosted many groups for weddings, family vacations and business travelers looking for a roomy, comfortable, clean home in a quiet location in Dana Point

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