Verified
10/10 Excellent
p g.
11 February 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
p g.
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2026
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Cottage by the Harbor
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Close to Dana Point Harbor, Cottage by the Harbor provides golfing on site, a firepit, and a garden. Adventurous travelers may like the kayaking, boating, and bicycling at this cottage. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a playground and laundry facilities.
Reviews
1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
2 bedrooms1 bathroom
Popular amenities
- Kitchen
- Washer
- Dryer
- Pet friendly
- Free WiFi
- Air conditioning
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Cottage by the Harbor
This is a new listing with VRBO. I have been in operation since 2011 and am very experienced with vacation rentals. Your cozy getaway awaits in Dana Point at this marvelous cottage. With 2 bedrooms featuring a queen bed, a soothing bathroom with a shower, and a lovely living room with a comfy sofa bed, this retreat is perfect for small groups or families. Enjoy amenities like WiFi, AC, and a washing machine during your stay. Experience what Dana Point has to offer with a stay at our cottage. A 5 minute walk finds you at the nearby town center and new downtown area where you can find restaurants, nightclubs and shopping. Down the street is Dana Point Harbor/marina and the famous Doheny Beach surfing and park, Go to the Marina for a fun get-away to Catalina Island or whale watching! The Cottage is a great pet friendly alternative to the overpriced resort hotels.
Property amenities
Beach
- Beach loungers
- Beach towels
Internet
- Available in the cottage: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
- Parking on site
Kitchen
- Blender
- Coffee grinder
- Coffee/tea maker
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Dishwasher
- Electric kettle
- Ice maker
- Microwave
- Oven
- Paper towels
- Refrigerator
- Spices
- Stovetop
- Toaster
Dining
- Dining table
Bedrooms
- 2 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- 1 bathroom
- Bathtub or shower
- Hair dryer
- Shampoo
- Shower
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided
Living spaces
- Dining table
- Fireplace
- Living room
Entertainment
- Books
- Smart TV
Outdoor areas
- Barbecue grill
- Firepit
- Garden
- Outdoor furniture
- Patio
Laundry
- Laundry facilities
- Washing machine
Comfort
- Air conditioning
- Heating
Pets
- Pet friendly
- Welcoming dogs only
- 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Suitability/Accessibility
- If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
- Area rugs in public areas
- Hardwood flooring in public areas
- No elevator (single-level property)
- Single level property
- Smooth flooring in public areas
- Stair-free path to entrance
- Well-lit path to entrance
- Wheelchair accessibility
- Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
- Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
- Change of bedsheets (on request)
- Change of towels on request
- Housekeeping (on request)
- Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
- Near a health/beauty spa
- Near a hospital
- Near an outlet shopping mall
- Near the marina
Things to do
- Bicycle parking
- Bicycles
- Boat
- Golf
- Kayak
- Pickleball
- Tennis
- Water sports equipment
- Birdwatching nearby
- Cycling nearby
- Ecotours nearby
- Fishing nearby
- Golfing nearby
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
- Horseback riding nearby
- Jet skiing nearby
- Kayaking nearby
- Motor boating nearby
- Sailing nearby
- Scuba diving nearby
- Snorkeling nearby
- Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
- Swimming nearby
- Theme park nearby
- Water skiing nearby
- Whale watching nearby
- Wildlife walks nearby
- Windsurfing 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)
General
- At least 80% lighting from LEDs
- Bed sheets changed on request
- Bicycle parking
- Bicycles
- Double-glazed windows
- Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
- Garden
- Housekeeping (on request)
- Local artist showcase
- Local culture and ecosystem education
- Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
- Recycling
- Towels (changed on request)
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Policies
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 allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
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
Property Registration Number 025320
About the neighborhood
Located in Lantern District, a neighborhood in Dana Point, this cottage is near theme parks and near a water park. Mission San Juan Capistrano and Los Rios Historic District are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Dana Point Harbor and Monarch Beach Golf Links. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Laguna Niguel Regional Park Tennis Center, or consider a night out at La Ventura Event Center. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. Visit our Dana Point travel guide
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Dana Point, CA
What's nearby
Lantern Bay County Park10 min walk - 0.9 km
Salt Creek Beach Park13 min walk - 1.2 km
Ocean Institute13 min walk - 1.2 km
Dana Point Harbor15 min walk - 1.3 km
Doheny State Beach3 min drive - 1.9 km
Getting around
- San Juan Capistrano Depot15 min drive
- John Wayne Airport (SNA)35 min drive
Restaurants
- Truly Pizza8 min walk
- Hennessey's Tavern3 min walk
- Bear Coast Coffee6 min walk
- The Brig Restaurant18 min walk
- Taco Bell7 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Cottage by the Harbor pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
Where is Cottage by the Harbor located?
Located in Lantern District, this cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of Dana Point Preserve and Dana Point Harbor. Lantern Bay County Park and Salt Creek Beach Park are also within 1 mi (2 km).
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Cottage by the Harbor Reviews
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Exceptional
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Reviews
Verified
10/10 Excellent
April
14 November 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The property was clean and charming, creating a cozy atmosphere. The kitchen was well stocked, making it easy to prepare meals. Plus, there were thoughtful touches like extra blankets, a selection of books, games, and outdoor activities, adding to the welcoming feel. We are planning to revisit this property in the future.
April
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Susan R.
19 March 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Delight of Dana Point
Located within blocks of the large business district. Easy to walk to those amenities and the cliff overview of the marina. The cottage is charming with and spacious. 2 bedroom, 1 large bath with nice kitchen and large living and dining space. Totally covered and private back patio was heavenly. We appriciated the off street parking off the alley.
Susan R.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Archie C.
20 February 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Travel oasis
From this lovely oasis in Dana Point we could walk literally everywhere and the house has been kept totally up to date.
Archie C.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025