10/10 Excellent
Mark G.
Jan 31, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful beach getaway for the Holidays
Mark G.
Stayed 30 nights in Dec 2024
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Blue Tide Cottage: Ocean Views, Steps to the Beach, Dining, Shopping + More!
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Reviews
1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire condo
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61300 sq ft
Popular amenities
- Pool
- Hot Tub
- Dryer
- Barbecue grill
- Washer
Explore the area
Dana Point, CA
- Salt Creek Beach ParkPlace, Salt Creek Beach Park1 min walk
- Salt Creek BeachPlace, Salt Creek Beach8 min walk
- Dana Point HarborPlace, Dana Point Harbor4 min drive
- Orange County, CA (SNA-John Wayne)Airport, Orange County, CA (SNA-John Wayne)28 min drive
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About the neighborhood
Dana Point
With a stay at this condo in Dana Point (Monarch Beach), you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Mission San Juan Capistrano and San Clemente Pier. .This family-friendly condo is 11.3 mi (18.2 km) from Crystal Cove State Park and 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Salt Creek Beach Park.
What's nearby
- Salt Creek Beach Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
- Salt Creek Beach - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
- Ocean Institute - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
- Monarch Beach Golf Links - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
- Dana Point Harbor - 4 min drive - 1.2 miles
Getting around
- San Juan Capistrano Depot - 16 min drive
- John Wayne Airport (SNA) - 37 min drive
Restaurants
- Truly Pizza - 11 min walk
- Bear Coast Coffee - 14 min walk
- Hennessey's Tavern - 16 min walk
- Dana Point Ale House - 12 min walk
- Taco Bell - 11 min walk
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Blue Tide Cottage: Ocean Views, Steps to the Beach, Dining, Shopping + More!
Welcome to Blue Tide Cottage! Catch the sunset dipping behind Catalina Island and the horizon with ocean views from every room, from the front porch or from the boardwalk at Strands beach which is just steps away from the front door. Walking distance to all Dana Point has to offer and driving distance to explore all of Southern California.
The Blue Tide Cottage is a condo at Niguel Beach Terrace just across the street from Strands Beach and Strands View Park. The property is completely renovated and comes fully ready for you to enjoy.
Cooking up a meal? Our kitchen is fully stocked and the grill ready to be fired up. Doing the dishes has never been easier with both a dishwasher and an ocean view from the sink. Rinsing off the saltwater and sand from Strands beach? Our bathrooms are both fully stocked with linens for your stay.
Every bedroom if also stocked with fresh sheets and an ocean view. Enjoy high-speed internet and two 4k Smart TVs ready for your to stream, Zoom, download, upload and everything in between.
Stepping out the front door, you are walking distance to all that Dana Point has to offer!
• 2 mins — Dive into the heated pool and relax in the hot tub
• 5 mins — Dip your toes in the Pacific at Strands Beach
• 6 mins — Hike around Dana Point Headlands Conservation Area
• 7 mins — Take in the 360 views at Hilltop Conservation Park
• 10 mins — Shop and grab a bite at one of the amazing restaurants in the Lantern District of Dana Point
• 20 mins — Enjoy the sights at the Ritz Carlton and Salt Creek Beach
• 30 mins — Explore all Dana Point harbor as to offer
A short drive away, you can explore the art scene in Laguna Beach, discover the history of San Juan Capistrano, rent a boat from Balboa Island and so much more that South Orange County has to offer. Dana Point is situated between Los Angeles and San Diego which are both about 60 miles away and perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway.
Keywords: Ocean View from every room and or patio, 3 bedroom, two bath with three patios on one level, Special Monthly Rate.
The Blue Tide Cottage is a condo at Niguel Beach Terrace just across the street from Strands Beach and Strands View Park. The property is completely renovated and comes fully ready for you to enjoy.
Cooking up a meal? Our kitchen is fully stocked and the grill ready to be fired up. Doing the dishes has never been easier with both a dishwasher and an ocean view from the sink. Rinsing off the saltwater and sand from Strands beach? Our bathrooms are both fully stocked with linens for your stay.
Every bedroom if also stocked with fresh sheets and an ocean view. Enjoy high-speed internet and two 4k Smart TVs ready for your to stream, Zoom, download, upload and everything in between.
Stepping out the front door, you are walking distance to all that Dana Point has to offer!
• 2 mins — Dive into the heated pool and relax in the hot tub
• 5 mins — Dip your toes in the Pacific at Strands Beach
• 6 mins — Hike around Dana Point Headlands Conservation Area
• 7 mins — Take in the 360 views at Hilltop Conservation Park
• 10 mins — Shop and grab a bite at one of the amazing restaurants in the Lantern District of Dana Point
• 20 mins — Enjoy the sights at the Ritz Carlton and Salt Creek Beach
• 30 mins — Explore all Dana Point harbor as to offer
A short drive away, you can explore the art scene in Laguna Beach, discover the history of San Juan Capistrano, rent a boat from Balboa Island and so much more that South Orange County has to offer. Dana Point is situated between Los Angeles and San Diego which are both about 60 miles away and perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway.
Keywords: Ocean View from every room and or patio, 3 bedroom, two bath with three patios on one level, Special Monthly Rate.
Make yourself comfortable in this condo, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private balcony or patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected.
Be sure to enjoy recreational amenities including a water park and a hot tub.
Guests will find features like internet access, onsite parking, and a car charging station.
Property amenities
Beach
- Beach nearby
- Beach loungers
- Beach towels
Pool/Spa
- Fenced private pool
- Heated pool
- Hot tub
Internet
- Available in the condo: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
- Electric car charging station on site
- Car recommended
- Parking on site
Kitchen
- Blender
- Coffee grinder
- Coffee/tea maker
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Dishwasher
- Electric kettle
- Ice maker
- Lobster/crab pot
- Microwave
- Oven
- Paper towels
- Refrigerator
- Spices
- Stovetop
- Toaster
Dining
- Dining table
Bedrooms
- 3 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- 2 bathrooms
- Bathtub
- Bathtub or shower
- Hair dryer
- Shampoo
- Shower
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided
Living spaces
- Dining table
- Fireplace
- Living room
Entertainment
- Games
- Smart TV
- Video games
Outdoor areas
- Barbecue grill
- Fenced yard
- Outdoor furniture
- Patio
- Terrace
Laundry
- Laundry facilities
- Washing machine
Work spaces
- Desk
- Desk chair
- Office
Comfort
- Heating
Pets
- No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
- If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
- Wheelchair accessibility
- Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
- Housekeeping (on request)
- Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
- Near a health/beauty spa
- Near a hospital
- Near a zoo
- Near an outlet shopping mall
- Near the marina
- Near the sea
Things to do
- Golf
- Heated pool
- Water park
- Water sports equipment
- Basketball nearby
- Birdwatching nearby
- Casino nearby
- Ecotours nearby
- Fishing nearby
- Golfing nearby
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
- Horseback riding nearby
- Jet skiing nearby
- Kayaking nearby
- Motor boating nearby
- Mountain biking nearby
- Mountain climbing nearby
- Parasailing nearby
- Rafting nearby
- Rock climbing nearby
- Sailing nearby
- Scuba diving nearby
- Snorkeling nearby
- Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
- Swimming nearby
- Theme park nearby
- Water skiing nearby
- Water tubing nearby
- Whale watching nearby
- Wildlife walks nearby
- Windsurfing nearby
- Winery tours nearby
Safety features
- Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
- Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
- First aid kit
- Fire extinguisher
- Deadbolt lock
General
- Electric car charging station
- Housekeeping (on request)
- Unit size: 1,300 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
Cashless transactions are available
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
We should mention
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property
Blue Tide Cottage: Ocean Views, Steps to the Beach, Dining, Shopping + More! Reviews
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Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Jeanne R.
Mar 5, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Location Location Location
Well kept and well equipped property across the street from a park and the beach. The owner was helpful and attentive. Three bedrooms are a plus.
We stayed for about three weeks and enjoyed our time.
Jeanne R.
Stayed 30 nights in Jan 2024
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveler
Sep 7, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Gem in Dana Point
Location - Location. Ocean views from front windows. Sunsets from living room, front porch & vista. Unit is very clean, updated, well maintained & equipped. Hosts Vida & Kourash are very welcoming & eager to accommodate any needs or concerns. We hope to come back next year.
Verified traveler
Stayed 31 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Dana L.
Aug 17, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Vacation
The property upon arrival was very clean, had everything we could ever need, and the host had left us some tasty treats! We were impressed the moment we walked in. The view, ocean breezes and proximity to the ocean were added highlights for us. We enjoyed our time immensely and have never had a more responsive, and kind host. Our host was wonderful. We hope to enjoy many more vacations here.
Dana L.
Stayed 30 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Rike P., Denver, Colorado
Sep 30, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Best VRBO Property Ever
We have stayed at VRBO properties all over the US and Vida’s property is by far the best we have ever stayed at. The property is better than what was advertised. The location is perfect right across from the park with panoramic ocean views and is within easy walking distance to all of our favorite restaurants in the Lantern District in Dana Point. The property is immaculate and has everything that you need. The kitchen is completely equipped, there are great linens on the beds and plenty of quality towels and beach towels. There are beach chairs, beach umbrellas and beach toys for enjoying the beach that is only a few minute walk away. The community is quiet and well maintained and there is plenty of convenient off street parking. Vida is a great host and has thought of everything to make a stay at the beach comfortable and relaxing. I would highly recommend this property and we will definitely return for another stay!
Rike P.
Stayed 91 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Dean T., Kansas City, MO
Dec 7, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
A Wonderful Stay!
We certainly enjoyed our month long stay at The Sea & Sun at Strands Beach. The ocean views from everywhere in the home are unmatched, and the sunsets are breathtaking. It is a comfortable and well-equipped vacation home with all the amenities. Vida was a wonderful host and provided everything we needed during our stay.
Dean T.
Stayed 30 nights in Nov 2021
10/10 Excellent
Steve V.
Sep 30, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Dana Point Apartment
My wife and I really enjoyed our time in Dana Point. Not only was Vida incredibly nice and hospitable, but the apartment was a delightful and centrally located place to spend time in SoCal. Steps from the beach and walking distance to great restaurants the apartment allowed us to easily spend time in LA, SD and many great locations in SoCal. We can’t wait to visit again.
Steve V.
Stayed 46 nights in Aug 2021
10/10 Excellent
Vineeta M.
Aug 3, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice house, great location
We had a great time staying at the house as a family. Vida was very responsive and nice. The house came fully stocked with many plates and bowls as well as a blender and other appliances. The host generously shared beach toys, towels, and even boogie boards to use. The highlights were the sunset view and short walk to the beach. Thanks, Vida!
Vineeta M.
Stayed 31 nights in Jul 2021