Dana Point, California
#STR23-0066 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 “Italian Riviera”! As a Guest of Villa Catalia we’re thrilled to offer you an amazing discount (that only our guests receive) on a Private Charter with a Licensed Captain on our 2021 Sea Ray Sundancer 320 Coupe in Newport Beach… 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:
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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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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.
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
This house is stunning! 5+++ Stars all the way. The house is even more spectacular than the photos. Everything is first class and the indoor-outdoor flow was perfect for entertaining. We hosted several family get togethers and the kitchen is a dream to cook in and beautifully and thoughtfully stocked with everything you will need, even a pasta maker! The location is convenient to the beaches and shopping. Our hosts Shelly and Mark were so wonderful and responsive to our every need or question. You will love staying at this property!
A great property with great owners
Couldn't have been more pleased with our stay and experience with home, hosts or location. The home was an oasis with every amenity imaginable including built in expresso, wine cooler, outdoor speakers, ping pong table, etc. Lots of space for family members to spread out or convene. Outdoor space, pool and balconies were lovely. We chose to go to monarch beach or laguna beaches rather than nearby beach but house was close to the ocean, highway, and even walking distance to grocery stores. We can't wait to return! Shelly and Mark were phenomenal hosts beginning to end. Excellent communication from before we booked until moment we left. You won't be disappointed. Worth every penny!
We were lucky enough to spend the month of March at Shelly and Mark’s place. I’m still missing my sunny mornings in the backyard. This is NOT your typical bland vacation rental—it’s clearly a home that is loved and cared for by its owners. One can live vs just vacation here. The kitchen, as well as the rest of the home, is well equipped with everything you need. The location is excellent. Just hop on the 5 to get to wherever you need to go! San Clemente, Dana Point, San Juan Capastrano and Laguna were visited often and we had fun doing day trips to LA, San Diego, Catalina island and Temecula. We also enjoyed just staying home and enjoying the backyard, hot tub and pool. Highly recommend!
Better than advertised with great host and best organized house ever. Location, weather, and ammonites were wonderful.
Shelly & Mark we’re GREAT hosts. We came for two months this summer to escape the TX heat with our 16yr old, 4yr old and 2.5yr old twins. Everyone had a great time and the house was perfect for all ages. The house is laid out wonderfully and had everything we needed! There was nothing I needed in the kitchen I couldn’t find already there as far as appliances, dishes, cookware and utensils, etc. There were toys for the kids, games, pool toys, outdoor games, beach toys and chairs, etc. The location is absolutely perfect! Great places to eat in walking distance as well as grocery stores. It’s right off the highway and easy to get to the 5! So many things to do with a few miles. Doheny Beach was a favorite and really short drive. There is a wonderful neighborhood park short walk from house we spent a lot of time at since we could walk there and we reallly miss that Park! The kids loved it. The location is so great. We were able to do day trips to so many places north and south. We drove to Carlsbad (LEGOLAND) for a day, San Diego and La Jolla, laguna, Newport, LA, Santa Monica, Malibu…. Mark & Shelly clearly cared about the people staying at their house and checked in just to make sure we were doing ok and didn’t need anything or have any questions. Any time we messaged them they were so responsive. I even left my diamond earrings there and she jumped on that as soon as I told her they might be there and found them right away (despite me not being able to find them anywhere before we left!!) and even mailed them to me promptly. Such good hearted hosts. I can’t say enough good things about our experience staying here and these hosts and the location and House in general.
Shelly & Mark were courteous and responsive which made an already enjoyable stay even better. Our family appreciated everything about the home which was well appointed yet an easy place to relax - couldn’t have had a better month with the family! Thank you!!
We had a wonderful family vacation at Villa Catalia. The house is amazing! It is well equipped and found it spotless clean. The jacuzzi and the pool are heated with a large backyard for family to hangout with awesome grill (and smoker), table tennis. The rooms are large with a perfect gaming room for kids to hangout. Perfect location walking distance to retail stores and very short drive to beach. Prompt communication with Shelly and Mark that took great care of us ! We are grateful for the hospitality and definitely plan to come back again
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