Hands-Down Best Deal in Catalina!

Avalon, California
$748 avg/night
Minimum Stay 1 Nights
Bed 2

Bed

Bath 2

Bath

Home Condo

Property Type

Sleep 4

Max Sleeps

Night 1 nights

Min Stay

City of Avalon Business License # 009926

Are you ready to step into an island paradise located in Los Angeles county If so, whether you arrive by air or sea, be prepared to enjoy what has been called “The most charming island get-away in all of North America.”

Mike, the Buffalo overlooks this enchanting home completely renovated to capture the “island vibe.” This home is a spacious 1275 square foot treasure with stunning 180-degree direct ocean views.In the day, you can watch the dolphins, seals, birds and boats while the evening brings the unapparelled view of the southern California coast alit from twenty-three miles across the pacific. Inside the home, vaulted ceilings and open floor plan offer an expansive living space with Ocean Views from three sets of French patio doors. Relax on the 150-inch Sectional Sofa while selecting one of 10,000 movies on hand from Netflix on the massive 65-inch Plasma TV. Read a book from our 'All Things Catalina' library, stream your own music or play what is provided through the blue tooth enabled stereo system. Many choose to BBQ or cook with the ocean breeze while enjoying the professionally decorated unit which incorporates brand top shelf furnishings with rare, antique and indigenous items such as original Catalina Pottery and tiled table.

We have taken great strides to make the home comfortable and hope you enjoy the 500-thread count bedding and designer towels. Stainless steel appliances accompany fine Marble and updated faucets and lighting fixtures throughout the kitchen and both bathrooms. Enjoy the blue Pacific from the game room which is equipped with a table and full selection of board games as well as a Queen bed. Furnishings and bar-b-que sit under tiled deck on the patio. Washer and Dryer are located inside the unit. This home along with unit next door unit take up the entire top of building four so you can rent both units for extended family and friends. In exchange for steps up to building four, these units both have elevated vaulted ceilings and amazing sprawling ocean views making the walk up well worth it! Please reference VRBO ID 497962 to view the neighboring unit.

This home is located in exclusive Hamilton Cove which boasts of a beach area, tennis, croquette, putting and tennis courts. Yet, if you are visiting Catalina, we recommend you get take our superior 2015 Yamaha Limo Cart into town and explore. You will be just minutes from the Descanso Beach Club where you can rent a Cabana or simply enjoy this fully wonderful beach club which offers beach lounge chairs as well as a bar and food. Many folks will hit the beach club after an exciting zip line experience or to simply enjoy an afternoon. We could go on and on about Catalina Island, but we think the Chamber of Commerce said it best in describing our beloved Island, “Catalina Island is a picture-perfect paradise and a world apart from the hustle and bustle of the mainland just 22 miles away. The air is refreshing, the water is clear, the community is casual and friendly, and there’s not one traffic light on the whole Island. From the city of Avalon to the rustic village of Two Harbors, experience the Island for yourself - explore the rugged back country where the buffalo roam, enjoy the most stylish in dining experiences, conquer the rush of thrilling adventures, and relax on the sand with the gentle rhythm of the ocean. When you’re on Island Time, you’re always having the time of your life.”

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Management is not responsible for association shut downs of pools, spas, fitness centers, etc. Management will try their best to keep you informed of any closures that they are aware of but guest is advised to check Hamilton Cove Website for any closures during their stay.

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Feature Features

  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • BEACH

    On The Beach
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Not Reported (host Has Not Indicated Whether There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property; Consider Bringing A Portable Detector) Smoke Detector Not Reported (host Has Not Indicated Whether There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    2 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Property Does Not Allow Children
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Ice Maker Microwave Refrigerator
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • INTERNET

    WiFi Available
  • OUTDOORS

    Balcony Barbecue Grill
  • POOL/SPA

    Hot Tub Private Pool Sauna Shared/communal Pool
  • BATHROOMS

    2 Bathrooms Hair Dryer Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Basketball Nearby Cycling Nearby Fitness Center Fitness Facilities Nearby Hiking Nearby Mountain Biking Nearby Rock Climbing Nearby Surfing/body Boarding Nearby Water Skiing Nearby Wildlife And Game Walks Nearby Windsurfing Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Arcade/game Room DVD Player Games Music Library Stereo Video Games Video Library TV With Cable/satellite Service
  • LIVING SPACES

    Fireplace
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    Near A Health Or Beauty Spa Near A Zoo Near The Ocean
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Phone
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 03:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 4

Map Map

School District Availability

Review Review

  • Azade

    Submitted Jun 2, 2025

    Stayed Jun 1, 2025

    Amazing

  • Justine

    Submitted Jul 12, 2024

    Stayed Jul 9, 2024

    Great views, house was clean and bed was comfortable. My family loved getting around in the golf cart. Pool was easily accessible.

  • maite

    Submitted Nov 30, 2023

    Stayed Nov 22, 2023

    This Condo was perfect for our family vacation. The views are awesome and so relaxing. The whole community is beautiful and we loved the fact that it comes with a golf cart to go around the island. Just be aware that it is at the top of the building and there are 73 stair steps to climb to get to the condo but other than that it was wonderful!

  • william

    Submitted Dec 13, 2022

    Stayed Dec 7, 2022

    Not impressed. Furnace only worked in main living area, bedrooms not. Hot tub was under construction without saying anything or advising prior to booking. Golf cart cover was damaged and riding around was cold, noisy, and flaps kept hitting us. Very disappointed. Teued to resolve issue but no luck....stay away from this place.

  • Brent

    Submitted Oct 11, 2021

    Stayed Oct 4, 2021

    Great view. Pleasant little community but little to do in the area (small pool, stony beachfront). Condo is relaxing and comfortable. Golf cart is absolutely essential for getting around

  • Susan

    Submitted Oct 10, 2021

    Stayed Oct 8, 2021

    This was a beautiful location and the accommodations were great. The golf cart is a definite plus. Would definitely return.

  • Submitted Sep 14, 2020

    Stayed Sep 11, 2020

    The condo is located in a beautiful location, quiet, clean and I will rent again.

  • Angie & Dave M.

    Submitted Apr 19, 2026

    Stayed Apr 5, 2026

    The location of this unit is impeccable! The views were spectacular and the size of the unit was perfect! It was decorated very nicely and was very comfortable. We felt like we were in Greece! We had great weather during our stay and enjoyed watching the cruise ships come into Catalina from the balcony. However, there are some important items to know before booking. There are over 70 steps to climb before reaching the front door, the front door was very difficult to open, the bathroom sinks and bathtub are very slow draining, there is not a sufficient number of wine glasses (we actually bought our own) AND the golf cart that is provided is not the one shown in the VRBO listing. The golf cart was in very poor condition; in both the appearance and mechanically. The plastic weather-proof covering needs to be replaced. The duct tape that is provided in the cart does not hold up. We had hoped to venture to Two Harbors in the golf cart, but did not feel comfortable going that far in the golf cart provided.

  • Stormy P.

    Submitted Apr 13, 2026

    Stayed Apr 9, 2026

    Beautiful spot!!

  • Mickey P.

    Submitted Feb 27, 2026

    Stayed Feb 20, 2026

    Loved the view from the patio, breathtaking.

  • Susan C.

    Submitted Feb 23, 2026

    Stayed Feb 11, 2026

    Beautiful home - easy to relax - gorgeous views!

  • Alecia E.

    Submitted Feb 15, 2026

    Stayed Feb 12, 2026

    Beautiful views, great location, comfortable beds.

  • Shanae Y.

    Submitted Feb 11, 2026

    Stayed Feb 5, 2026

    The view was beautiful

  • Connie M.

    Submitted Jan 27, 2026

    Stayed Jan 23, 2026

    Amenities were excellent, size was perfect for our family.

  • M H.

    Submitted Jan 13, 2026

    Stayed Jan 8, 2026

    We have stayed at this place 3x and we LOVE it. Everything about it is easy!!!

  • Chris W.

    Submitted Dec 8, 2025

    Stayed Dec 6, 2025

    Everything as advertised - we enjoyed the stay and would return.

  • Karen W.

    Submitted Nov 26, 2025

    Stayed Nov 13, 2025

    We had a wonderful stay. The unit was clean and equips with everything we needed, and the views were amazing!!! Would definitely recommend.

  • Nathalie H.

    Submitted Nov 22, 2025

    Stayed Nov 9, 2025

    The condo and views are beautiful! Very nicely decorated! We loved having the golf cart to get around town in and Hamilton cove is one of our favorite places to stay in Catalina. A few area of improvement - the master bath has no shower, just a bathtub which is very impractical for adults. This meant the 4 of us had to share one bathroom which was not what we had in mind when we booked a 2 bathroom place. Would be great to add even a shower head attachment to the master bath to make this a true full bathroom . Then lastly the couch is quite dirty, it’s unfortunate that it’s a light color because the stains really show but it is in desperate need of a steam clean. We avoided sitting on one side of the couch because it was so dirty.

  • Alex E.

    Submitted Nov 1, 2025

    Stayed Oct 8, 2025

    The support provided by Chela when the golf cart had a problem. She helped resolve it within the day. Fantastic service.

  • Raj P.

    Submitted Oct 31, 2025

    Stayed Oct 28, 2025

    Great location and property. Well kept. Safe place in gated community.

  • Cj H.

    Submitted Sep 4, 2025

    Stayed Sep 2, 2025

    Place was amazing. The steps were overwhelming, but overall it was a very nice relaxing area to stay in. We would do it again.

  • Christine C.

    Submitted Aug 21, 2025

    Stayed Jul 22, 2025

    beautiful decor with amazing views

  • Danielle L.

    Submitted Aug 12, 2025

    Stayed Aug 10, 2025

    Such a beautiful location with incredible views. A paradise found close to home. Thank you!

  • Charlotte L.

    Submitted Jul 30, 2025

    Stayed Jul 25, 2025

    The property is tucked away in a private cove on Catalina Island. The condos are positioned in a way that makes the condo feel very private. We enjoyed the ocean view and the sea breeze as well as the condo itself which was perfect for our girlfriend get-away! The golf cart made the short drive to Avalon easy and our self-touring the island was really fun. Whether you want quiet or adventure, this place will not disappoint!

  • Judy B.

    Submitted Jun 21, 2025

    Stayed Jun 18, 2025

    Beautiful, just what we needed.

  • Jess G.

    Submitted May 27, 2025

    Stayed May 22, 2025

    Wow. What a location. I thought I was in Greece when we first arrived. The property has a breathtaking view of the ocean and was exactly as listed. Looks like the place was professionally decorated, with lots of little touches. Everything we needed was there. Golf cart was essential and amazing. Property was clean and taken well care of. Pool was easily accessible as was fishing on the doc, basketball and tennis courts. Host was quick to respond, helpful and even got us tennis rackets when we couldn’t find any...couldn’t have asked for a better stay.

  • Lynn B.

    Submitted May 19, 2025

    Stayed May 15, 2025

    There were a few things wrong. The dishwasher is not bolted to the cabinet so we had to be extremely carefully using it. Additionally, the furniture was stained and needed some attention. The place is well-stocked and well located. This is our second stay at Hamilton Cove. The first time the place was smaller, but everything was in order.

  • Paul S.

    Submitted May 6, 2025

    Stayed May 2, 2025

    Dishwasher just hang not secured down. No soap golf cart picture shows much new and nicer

  • martin m.

    Submitted Feb 18, 2025

    Stayed Feb 13, 2025

    Beautiful property. Amzing views

  • Lauren G.

    Submitted Nov 1, 2024

    Stayed Oct 28, 2024

    Beautiful view, comfortable property, well stocked kitchen. Except for groceries, no need to leave the property

  • Andre W.

    Submitted Oct 21, 2024

    Stayed Oct 17, 2024

    Too many stairs, idk how you put up these condos with no access except to climb a lot of stairs. The pictures were not accurate, the second bedroom was so small you couldn’t even put a dresser in there, the washer was filthy,, no shower in the master bathroom. For all The &&$ ,I was disappointed except for the view

  • Lanie K.

    Submitted Oct 3, 2024

    Stayed Sep 19, 2024

    Avalon is absolutely beautiful and the location of the property makes it even better. This neighborhood is set apart from town making it quiet and peaceful with a beautiful view. There were a few minor issues with plumbing but nothing that ruined our stay. Just be aware the king bedroom with the tub has a very short spout making it difficult to bathe and wash hair. Overall, we had an amazing time and highly recommend!

  • FRANK C.

    Submitted Sep 5, 2024

    Stayed Sep 2, 2024

    Just like the description. Great vacation location.

  • yoojeong S.

    Submitted Aug 23, 2024

    Stayed Aug 19, 2024

    Was our first time on the island and had a wonderful time at this property! The view from the balcony was exceptional!

  • Michelle H.

    Submitted Aug 22, 2024

    Stayed Aug 10, 2024

    Rented this place for a 50th birthday weekend! The view was amazing! Very spacious. Beds were comfortable...and so was the couch! Really enjoyed it! Pool area was nice. Highly recommended!

  • Lisa M.

    Submitted Aug 3, 2024

    Stayed Jul 30, 2024

    Really enjoyed condo at Hamilton Cove. Spacious and comfortable. Beds and couch comfortable. Kitchen cabinets could use a deep cleaning inside and out.Stand alone fans could also use a cleaning. Appreciated filtered water from refrigerator,kitchen amenities, thick beach towels , and beach chairs. Would stay here again. Warm Regards, The Millers

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