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Steps to Beach & Bites: Catalina Island Retreat!

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Dates

June 2025

July 2025

Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker

2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, internet, bed sheets

Overview
Amenities
Policies
Location
Host

Very good

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6800 sq ft

Popular amenities

Dryer
Washer
Kitchen

Explore the area

Avalon, California

Catalina Island Museum
‪3 min walk‬
Catalina Island Visitor Center
‪5 min walk‬
Catalina Island Golf Course
‪12 min walk‬
Avalon, CA (AVX-Catalina)
‪27 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Avalon

This vacation home places you within a 5-minute walk of Catalina Island Museum and Catalina Island Medical Center. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a sofa bed, and a dining area.

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What's nearby

Catalina Island Museum - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
Catalina Island Visitor Center - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
Avalon Port - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
Catalina Island Golf Course - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
Catalina Casino - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

Avalon, CA (AVX-Catalina) - 63 min drive

Restaurants

‪Pancake Cottage - ‬6 min walk
‪Descanso Beach Club - ‬16 min walk
‪Bluewater Grill - ‬5 min walk
‪Catalina Island Brew House - ‬5 min walk
‪Catalina Coffee & Cookie Co. - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Steps to Beach & Bites: Catalina Island Retreat!

1912 Beach House | Walk to Green Pleasure Pier | Coastal Décor | Open Floor Plan

Looking for the perfect summer escape with family? Avalon on Catalina Island is calling! Stay in this charming 2-bedroom, 1.5-bath vacation rental, just a short stroll from the shore. Spend the day at Avalon’s public beach or embark on exciting tours like Catalina Adventure Tours and the Zip Line Eco Tour — both less than a mile away! After a day of coastal adventures, retreat to your cozy home away from home!

-- THE PROPERTY --

SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS
- Bedroom 1: 1 queen bed
- Bedroom 2: 2 twin beds
- Living Room: 1 sleeper sofa

MAIN FEATURES
- Cable TVs
- Hardwood floors
- Offered ceilings
- Barn door
- Side dining table
- Spacious living room

KITCHEN
- Cooking basics & spices
- Stove/oven, microwave, refrigerator
- Drip coffee maker, blender

GENERAL
- Towels & linens
- Complimentary toiletries
- Ceiling fans
- Wall furnace (living room)

FAQ
- No A/C

ACCESSIBILITY
- Single-story home, stairs to enter

PARKING
- Free street parking (first-come, first-served)

ADDT’L ACCOMMODATIONS
- An additional property is available on-site with a separate nightly rate. If you would like to reserve both rentals, please inquire for more information prior to booking

-- THE LOCATION --

OUTDOOR FUN: Avalon Beach (walking distance), Golf Gardens (0.1 miles), Wrigley Stage Avalon Vista (0.2 miles), Machine Gun Park (0.4 miles), Step Beach (0.4 miles)
ATTRACTIONS: Catalina Island Museum (0.2 miles), Catalina Island Visitor Center (0.2 miles), Catalina Island Undersea Expedition (0.3 miles), Diving Catalina (0.3 miles), Snorkeling Catalina (0.4 miles), Parasail Catalina (0.4 miles), Catalina Adventure Tours (0.5 miles), Zip Line Eco Tour (0.9 miles), Wrigley Botanical Garden (1.5 miles)
RESTAURANTS: The Lobster Trap (0.2 miles), The Sandtrap (0.2 miles), Maggie’s Blue Rose Mexican (0.2 miles), Bluewater Avalon (0.3 miles)
AIRPORT: Catalina Airport - AVX (13.0 miles)

-- REST EASY WITH US --

Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.

-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- This single-story property requires steps to enter
- Another vacation rental unit is on-site, in the upper unit of the home, and other travelers may be present during your stay
- The property has ceiling fans but does not offer air conditioning
- There is a wall furnace in the living room but no heat in the bedrooms. Portable heaters are not provided

The vacation home features a kitchen and 1.5 bathrooms, and there's space to spread out with 2 bedrooms and a dining area. The bathroom offers hair dryers and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a sofa bed, and a coffee maker.

Property manager

Evolve

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

Similar properties

Kitchen
Air conditioning
Barbecue grill
Microwave

Property amenities

Internet

Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transportation

Free offsite parking
Street parking available

Kitchen

Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Microwave
Refrigerator
Spices
Stovetop

Dining

Dining table

Bedrooms

2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed

Bathroom

1.5 bathrooms
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels provided

Living spaces

Dining table
Separate dining area

Entertainment

TV with cable/satellite channels

Laundry

Laundry facilities
Washing machine

Pets

No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

Iron/ironing board

Things to do

Motor boating nearby
Scuba diving 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

General

Unit size: 800 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

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

Pets

This property doesn't allow pets

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

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 and a first aid kit

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

Check-in: 4:00 PM
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Driving? This property offers free nearby parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property

New! Family friendly Avalon Home Walk to Beach!

Nautical Avalon Retreat Steps From Beach Dining!

Historic Nautical Retreat Steps From Beach & Bites Avalon

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Frequently asked questions

What's there to do around this vacation home?

Located steps from Catalina Island Museum, this vacation home is in Avalon, and within a 10-minute walk of Avalon Pier and Avalon Port. You'll also find Catalina Island Golf Course and Lovers Cove less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at this vacation home?

No, there isn't parking at the vacation home but you'll find free parking nearby.

Is this vacation home associated with a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

Is Steps to Beach & Bites: Catalina Island Retreat! good for couples?

Amenities at this vacation home that appeal to couples include a kitchen in each accommodation with kitchens in some.

Are there hot tubs at Steps to Beach & Bites: Catalina Island Retreat!?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home offer breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home have connecting rooms?

No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Avalon, CA (AVX-Catalina), which is 10 mi away (63 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Steps to Beach & Bites: Catalina Island Retreat!?

No, there aren't any accommodations with balconies at Steps to Beach & Bites: Catalina Island Retreat!.

Steps to Beach & Bites: Catalina Island Retreat! Reviews

8.2

Very Good

7.2/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

8/10 Good

joyce l.

Jun 15, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice place would stay again. T

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Liz B.

Jul 4, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect beach cottage

We could not have asked for a more perfect beach cottage getaway! As described, it was all that we needed to relax and easily get to town and back. You won't be disappointed staying here, it has everything you need, and you can't beat the location in the flats. Thank you!

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carmen

Traveled with family and small children

Jun 2, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

This was our first time booking a home for our stay. We've been traveling to Catalina for off and on since 2015. Initial booking was non refundable, which was fine but i do usually like to book something that gives me a deadline to cancel without fees or book now pay later option. Communication was a tad spotty as i couldn't get ahold of the property manager until morning of arrival when i got an email from verbo/evolve with more detailed contact info. Unfortunately we weren't able to check in early like at a hotel however they did let us leave our luggage but not till 11am and we had arrived on the island at around 9am. This home was very beach themed perfect decor for the location. It felt very homey. Since we booked downstairs we were able to use the golfcart which was awesome to utilize. The real only downside was the wifi and TV options were extremely slow or even not working which with two little ones if we relied on that we would have had a hard time. thankfully i had planned ahead just in case since the island tends to have bad reception we were prepared. The upstairs tenants who were booked our first night were quite but night two there was a louder croud and in the room my daughter slept in, caused her to wake up so the noise in the back room is very loud. Other than that i still would stay here again, the location was perfect not too far and not too close just right. It was nice to say good morning to all the local neighbors too.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

hui jin

Dec 30, 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sarah D.

Oct 30, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Close to EVERYTHING!

We couldn’t have chosen a better VRBO for our sisters trip!This home was a close walking distance to EVERYTHING. Vons Grocery Store is only 1 block away. We never even used the provided golf cart. The kitchen had all the needed pots, pans, and dishes needed to cook. The property manager was easy to contact and respond quickly.

Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022

6/10 Okay

Kimberley H., Sacramento, California USA

Aug 1, 2022

Disliked: Cleanliness

Good location with golf cart

Having a golf cart in Avalon is quite a treat. This house however could use a deep cleaning.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christy M.

Mar 14, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect location

Two things we loved about this place were that it was walking distance to the main strip of stores and beach and it included a golf cart. It was a nice and cozy place.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Traveled with group, Traveled with family

May 17, 2021

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

DO NOT STAY HERE!!! The property was filthy, broken coffee maker, exposed electrical outlet, outlets that didn’t work, a toilet that was leaking and plumber had to be called. Smelled like sewer but that might be a city problem. If the owner tended the property regularly and cleared out the pipes that might not have been a problem. The owner never responded to our request on a partial refund. You have been warned. STAY AWAY!!! The only positive thing about the rental was the awesome neighbor that lives next door

Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Will B.

Mar 29, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect spot

Couldn't ask for a better all around experience. The free cart made all the difference! Grocery store 100 yards away, set right on the middle of town. Everything was a very easy walk. Loved it!

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michael W.

Mar 24, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Great

My wife and I enjoyed our and hope to do it again someday soon.

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Mar 20, 2021

Disliked: Cleanliness

Meh...

Pluses: great location close to everything, good floor plan for family of four, awesome that golf cart was included Minuses: bathrooms need remodel, toilets miniature, rusty gross shower and lighting, lightbulbs throughout were either burnt out or too low, NO hand soap provided, only one roll paper towels, main heater is in front room so bedrooms get cold, no porch so no where to sit outside.

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2021

8/10 Good

John E., Orange, CA

Aug 13, 2020

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location!

This is a very good property for a family with a great location (2 blocks to beach and 1/2 block to market) . The place is relatively clean and comfortable (new mattress/pilows in main bedroom). Twin beds are great for kids/teens. Sofa bed was uncomfortable even for my teen. Kitchen also tight for more than 4 (2 additional sets provided at the bar) . Kitchen well-equipped. TV service and wifi worked well. Many fans provided. Appreciated the toiletries. No outdoor lounging space unless you wanted to sit at the sidewalk. Very much appreciated the golf cart for 4! Would def stay again with just the 4 of us.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

Genevieve W.

Jul 31, 2020

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Location, just a little dated.

My property manager was fantastic! She was responsive and helpful. The cottage is old, but somewhat maintained. The bathrooms need an update. The rooms were teeny but, workable.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020