1WK left in JUN & JUL! The 4th in Dana Point☀️Heated POOL+BEACH! ️

Dana Point, California
$1058 avg/night Minimum Stay 2 Nights
Bed 4

Bed

Bath 3

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Home Private Vacation Home

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Sleep 10

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Night 2 nights

Min Stay

(#STR24-0066). La Dolce Vita at Villa Catalia! ☀️Stunning Pool ️ Beach Close ️Yacht avail Enjoy a bit of Italy in CA! Villa Catalia is a Sun-drenched Italian-style Beach Home showcasing a stunning Salt Water, Heated Pool & Spa with Grand Backyard for family fun plus just minutes to the best of Orange County beaches. Plus cruise California’s “Amalfi Coast”! As a Guest of Villa Catalia we’re thrilled to offer you an amazing discount (only our Villa guests receive) on a Private Charter with a Licensed Captain on our pristine 2021 34’ Sea Ray Sundancer express yacht. She’s Bellissimo! Check her out @ Charter-Aperitivo.com ️

FEATURES:
Over 3000 sq.ft. features a spacious, open and airy floor plan, having 3 decks, a front garden courtyard, and large back terrace with upper pool oasis. Comfortably sleeps 7 adults (up to 10 people with children) having 4 bedrooms + large bonus room/loft and 3 1/2 bathrooms.

The private master suite has a CalKing/adjustable bed with partial ocean and pool views. Open the French doors and let the breeze flow having both a front balcony and large sundeck with stairs giving you direct access to the backyard.

Boasts an Entertainers Tuscan-inspired kitchen that will absolutely delight you! Having everything you could want including a Bertazzoni gas range with double oven/griddle, built-in Miele Nespresso machine, wine cooler, farmhouse sink and convenient butler’s pantry.

The custom kitchen extends to the large patio terrace giving you the best of indoor/outdoor living. Covered in cafe lights, you will enjoy a water fountain, gas fireplace, and combo charcoal/gas/smoker BBQ with plenty of seating for all.

The serene pool is HEATED with a large spa and features skin-loving salt water, a beautiful pebble bottom, Baja shelf with in-pool seating, cascading waterfall, fun deck jets, and multi-color/changing LED lights making night swims extra special.

Villa Catalia is pristine and the perfect vacation home in every way.

INCLUDES:
Well-furnished and full of luxuries, Villa Catalia is also a comfortable and relaxed family home ready for fun! You want for nothing including (not common at the beach) Central AC, an extra refrigerator, 2nd dishwasher, portable ice maker, and copier/printer, plus bicycles, boogie boards and pingpong. All bed & bath linens, kitchen appliances, cooking/dining ware, beach/pool toys, beach towels and chairs are provided. WiFi throughout the property, multiple flat-screen Satellite TVs/DVR, Bluetooth speakers, DVD player, Apple TV, Wii, games, books and kids toys, plus a Piano.

LOCATION:
Only minutes to the sand, just over a 1 mile to the nearest beach, you are close to Doheny State Beach, Dana Strands Beach, Salt Creek Beach and Dana Point Harbor. With San Clemente and Laguna Beach also nearby, you have world class beaches and surfing at your fingertips, and all the water sports and fun activities imaginable. You are surrounded by many local sight-seeing spots including whale & dolphin watching and cruises to Catalina Island available from the harbor.

Located in a quiet, family-friendly neighborhood you are still only one block from the market and walking distance to restaurants, a near-by park and more. During the summer months you can walk to a free beach trolley stop.

ATTRACTIONS:
Convenient freeway access, you’re 35 mins to Disneyland, Knott’s Berry Farm and Legoland, 60 mins to San Diego for the Zoo, Sea World, Little Italy and the downtown Gas Lamp District, 60-90 mins to the Los Angles area, Hollywood, Beverly Hills and Universal Studios. There is a tremendous amount to do and see for the whole family.

AVAILABILITY:
Snowbirds, Summer-long stays and large families/groups welcome. Perfect relocation property and home base for weddings and events in the area. Special occasions/family events considered with minimum required stay. Pets considered, inquire with details, dogs only. Extra cleaning fee applies pending size/breed. Seasonal rates apply.

GUEST REVIEWS:
(posted on other sites)

December 2019
Shelly’s home is 100% as advertised. All photos and descriptions are accurate. The home is warm as well-appointed. The kitchen was well-stocked with all things needed to cook for and serve group dinners. Spa and pool area is very clean and cozy as a hangout spot. Location is super convenient to shopping, beach and restaurants. Ample parking for our fours cars in driveway and on street.

Shelly is an awesome host. She was timely and complete in all her communication. Check-in/out was easy. We appreciated her extra touches; detailed instruction booklet on house appliances and electronics, large air mattress with pump, Bluetooth speaker and Nespresso machine. Thanks Shelly, you’re the type of host that makes us come back to again and again!
Kevin, Western Springs, IL

December 2019
We recently stayed in Shelly’s home for the holidays and her place was decorated to the nines, all we had to do was bring in gifts and place them under the tree and we were ready to go for Christmas. The house was exactly as described and appointed with all the amenities we needed. Great location and wonderfully responsive host who was very accommodating. We thoroughly enjoyed ourselves in great comfort and we would definitely recommend this home.
Scott, Thousand Oaks, CA

November 2019
Private South OC Oasis, this property is a gem! The home is spacious with an incredible kitchen including a coffee and wine bar, comfortable beds, gorgeous tiered backyard with outdoor fireplace on the lower level and a fabulous pool and spa on the upper level. I loved waking up to the partial ocean view each morning in the master suite, which by the way has an amazing shower! It seemed like we were on vacation, in a private villa, when in reality we were staying there due to being displaced from our own home while repairs were taking place from a slab leak. It’s not easy trying to find a home that’s adequate to house a large family, not to mention a large family with dogs! The owners were understanding of our situation and we are grateful that they accepted our rental request.
Michelle, Laguna Hills, CA

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Feature Features

  • PETS

    2 Total Pets Pet Friendly Welcoming Dogs Only
  • BEACH

    Beach Sun Loungers Beach Towels Near The Beach
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Deadbolt Lock Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    4 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 3149 Sq Ft (293 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Dishwasher Ice Maker Kitchen Island Microwave Oven Refrigerator Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Near Laundromat Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Car Recommended Onsite Parking Onsite Parking Options Include A Garage
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Balcony Barbecue Grill Fenced Yard Garden Outdoor Furniture
  • POOL/SPA

    Fence Around The Pool Heated Pool Hot Tub Outdoor Pool Private Pool
  • BATHROOMS

    3.5 Bathrooms Bathtub Or Shower Hair Dryer Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • WORKSPACES

    Printer
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Bicycle On Site Boat On Site Casino Nearby Fishing Nearby Fitness Facilities Nearby Hiking Nearby Hiking/biking Trails Nearby Jet Skiing Nearby Sailing Nearby Snorkeling Nearby Surfing/body Boarding Nearby Water Sports Equipment Windsurfing Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books DVD Player Games Stereo Table Tennis Video Games Smart TV With Cable/satellite Service
  • LIVING SPACES

    Dining Room Fireplace Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Books Children's Dinnerware Children's Games Children's Toys Highchair Playground Pool Toys Travel Crib
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    Near A Health Or Beauty Spa Near A Hospital Near A Zoo Near Outlet Shopping Near The Bay Near The Sea
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board Phone
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Note From Host: Absolutely No Smoking In The House. Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 03:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 12:00 PM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 10

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Review Review

  • Shurie U.

    Submitted Oct 12, 2025

    Stayed Sep 23, 2025

    This home was amazing and the owners very friendly and accommodating. We thoroughly enjoyed the pool and spa with user friendly operation software, fully stocked kitchen with so many extras beyond your typical b&b, and the creative Italian design elements. The backyard is very private with beautiful landscaping and so many hummingbirds and butterflies. The fountain sets the tone for a peaceful retreat. So close to the beach and restaurants- and the owners even give eatery and other area recommendations. Would book again!

  • James B.

    Submitted Jun 1, 2025

    Stayed Apr 30, 2025

    From the moment we arrived at Villa Catalia,we realised this was not your typical Holiday let, more of a home from home, clean and tidy with lots of little touches to welcome guests.Shelly and Mark have provided pretty much everything needed to make theirs guests stay a comfortable, relaxing and enjoyable one.Travelling from the UK visiting family in Dana Point for many years this was the first time we have rented a property, it was so nice to have somewhere to relax, enjoy the sun and entertain family.The house is very well presented, comfortable beds and bedrooms, lovely bathrooms and ensuites, the kitchen is well stocked with everything needed to entertain, with a lovely breakfast bar, dining room and lounge area.The outside space and garden area is lovely for dining alfresco on the patio surrounded by the scent of the roses, the pool and spa on the upper level of the garden was amazing with pool toys provided.We did not get the opportunity to take up the offer of a cruise on their 'baby yacht' this trip, but there will be other opportunities when we are back in Dana PointEverything was exactly as described, Shelly and Mark were wonderful hosts, we always knew that they were at the end of the phone should we need them and nothing was too much trouble, we really did not want to leave. Thankyou Shelly and Mark.

  • Christina N.

    Submitted Apr 29, 2025

    Stayed Apr 23, 2025

    The property was meticulously clean, well appointed with everything you could need, beautiful and very comfortable! We stayed here for our son’s wedding. We had 8 adults in our party and it was very comfortable. The grounds are absolutely gorgeous and a perfect backdrop for some lovely pictures. We hosted some friends and family for a small gathering on the back patio that was a big hit. Everyone commented on what a great house it was. We could have been happier and would highly recommend this place. You can’t go wrong with the house and the host!

  • Camille S.

    Submitted Apr 11, 2025

    Stayed Mar 23, 2025

    This is a beautiful home with an amazing backyard. It has an large patio area with a pool and hot tub. Plenty of room with 4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms. Home is decorated in an fun Italian theme. Great communication with the property manager. Located in a quiet neighborhood. Will definitely be back!

  • joanne c.

    Submitted Jan 8, 2025

    Stayed Dec 4, 2024

    House and hosts (Mark and Shelly) were excellent. The house was so well stocked and equipped. On day two of our stay our 4 year old granddaughter discovered the den closet - full of games, toys and puzzles - entertained her for hours. Beach toys and chairs in garage. Beds were comfortable. The backyard was amazing. Such a wonderful space to relax. Beautiful pool and hot tub. Hosts were readily available to answer questions. My husband arrived to the home prior to the rest of the family. He had a question on how something operated. Mark was in the neighborhood and popped over. Fantastic service. The house was a short walk to grocery stores (Ralphs, Stater Bros. and Trader Joes) and CSVs plus restaurants. Mark and Shelly provided a list of restaurants in the area - we tried a few - all excellent.The hosts have a mini-yacht that is available at a reduced rate to guests of the house. Highly recommend. We took the opportunity to do a cruise in the late afternoon to see the sunset and then the Christmas lights from the ocean. Mark was a great captain. Very pleasant and provided us with information on the area. House is short drive to downtown Dana Point and the beach. We enjoyed our stay and didn't want to leave.Mark and Shelly truly want their guests to enjoy their home and area. We sure did. If you are considering renting this house - DO IT!

  • Nicole A.

    Submitted Dec 2, 2024

    Stayed Nov 24, 2024

    Incredible home with EVERYTHING for fun and food! We convened our family here for Thanksgiving and it was the perfect house for a family feast. Pool/outdoor was amazing! A gorgeous yet comfortable home. Shelly and Mark were awesome hosts who communicated very well.

  • Andrea P.

    Submitted Sep 4, 2024

    Stayed Aug 5, 2024

    This was the perfect backdrop to an awesome vacation! Lots of space for us, our young kids and my parents to spread out, both inside and out. We love to cook and this kitchen had more to offer than we do at home! Communication and responsiveness of host was second to none. There was truly not a single thing we wished we’d had while there. Location was perfect, neighbors were quiet, it was truly an escape. Hardest part was leaving.

  • Debra V.

    Submitted Apr 2, 2024

    Stayed Mar 1, 2024

    Not very often do you check into a rental property ( even a monthlong one ) and have both the indoor and outside of the property be even better than the pictures but this one is ! The home is comfortably furnished , beautifully decorated and fully stocked for all your needs . The owners have gone to great lengths to think of and satisfy all your needs for a feel at home stay ! The kitchen is fully stocked and looks out on the beautiful backyard , spacious laundry room off the kitchen , 3 bedrooms and 2full baths on 1st floor . The 2nd floor has 3 balcony's ( 2 with ocean views ) and a wonderful very large sitting room ( with a trundle bed and desk to work if need be ). The spacious master looks out over the stunning backyard and has a beautiful en suite bathroom and a large walk in closet . Can’t wait to come back and visit . Communication 5 star . Look no further your dream vacation begins and ends here .

  • Adam D.

    Submitted Jan 8, 2024

    Stayed Dec 22, 2023

    Great stay at this house over Christmas 2023. Owners even put up Christmas decorations including a nice tree. Pool and hot tub were easy and quick to heat up, spaces were nice. Easy access to beach and to family in Orange County. Truly a mediterranean vibe.

  • Karen S.

    Submitted Jul 15, 2023

    Stayed Jul 8, 2023

    This is a one of a kind property that we will visit again and again. Everything is included for a delightful vacation. The owners are responsive and very friendly

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