House in Capistrano Beach, CA
8 guests · 3 bedrooms · 1 bath
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About this house rental
Charming 2 story beach house. #STR21-1209
This precious gem of a beach cottage offers an outstanding experience in a stand-alone home! That’s right! At the Blue Beach Bungalow, no one is thumping around above you and there's no one to worry about below you. The entire house and property will be your dream home-away-from-home the entire time you are here! Privacy and peace will ease and please you and yours.
Built in 1947, the house was upgraded in the 1960's to accommodate 8 people with an upstairs Master bedroom. Enjoy stunning views up a short stairway to Bedroom #1. There is a large picture window perfect for watching sailboats and sunsets from your comfy, king-size bed. The fresh ocean breeze gently flows through back and side windows. This room boasts a long walk-in closet (large enough for a pack 'n play), shelves full of books and a new 43” flat screen TV with cable & Roku compatibility. Just down the stairs is the Bathroom #1, with a pedestal sink and a bathtub.
The lower level features two bedrooms, two bathrooms and an open-concept living room/kitchen area with direct beach access to your own private patio from both the living room and the front bedroom. Bedroom #2 is beach front. It includes a master bed a 43“ flat screen TV with cable & Roku compatibility, a panel closet and a sliding glass door leads right to the beach-front patio. The middle Bedroom #3 has two bunk beds (can sleep up to four) is perfect for youngsters. It has a small 24" flat screen TV with Roku compatibility and a DVD player. It also has a small step in closet and easy access to Bathroom #2 down the hall, which includes a shower.
The entire residence can accommodate up to 8 people. Very comfy open layout. The beach directly in front of the house is your own private beach, not shared with anyone else. A moveable fire pit on the sand allows for cozy evenings. The beach front patio is slightly enclosed from the beach. It's fully furnished, with a BBQ, two patio tables with 14 chairs and umbrellas. Enjoy breathtaking views while entertaining with family and friends. The smaller, street side, secluded back patio has a lime tree where, when in season, you can use to garnish your cocktails; great for having coffee in the morning.
The exclusive gated community of Beach Road provides privacy and seclusion not commonly associated with beach-front property. Beach Road in Dana Point, California has the distinct advantage of sitting directly on the beach with the famous Pacific Coast Highway and breathtaking Amtrak Pacific Surfliner train that runs behind the house. Trains usually go by a few times a night and throughout the day. Guests typically say they hardly ever notice it.
Other amenities include:
Soft sand off the patio (many Beach Rod houses don't have this)
Sand Volleyball Court *depending on sand conditions- high tides washed away part of the post in October 2017 - we are waiting for natural sand replenishment this winter
3 parking spots directly behind plus an enclosed, locking garage
Full-size washer and dryer
Gas Fireplace
USB chargers in all bedrooms
Working fishing poles and tackle
Two 7 speed adult beach cruisers bicycles
Two children's bicycles
4 person bicycle surrey
Boogie boards
Children's sand toys
Pack 'n Play
WiFi compatibly
California State Parks Pass (allows access to San Ononfre and Doheny State Beaches) - must be left in the house upon departure
Easy Access to the Freeway
Relax, surf, SUP, play golf, ride bicycles or run along the coastal bike path that runs parallel to Coast Highway in the back of the house; North towards Dana Point and Laguna Beach or south to San Clemente... all the way the San Diego County Line. Walk the beach, gaze at brilliant starlit skies, or just sit on the patio. Watch the pelicans and sea birds soar just above the water line while dolphins and an occasional sea lion swim off shore. It will be hard not to feel the lost romance of the Southern California Riviera sipping a cocktail on your private beach while watching the sunset over the ocean and listening to the pounding of the waves. No shirts, not shoes, no problem!
Enjoy all the great restaurants in Dana Point and San Clemente. Privacy and seclusion. Security of a gate-guarded community Beach front right on the sand with unparalleled views of Catalina Island from the San Clemente Pier to the Dana Point Headlands. 30 minutes from Orange County Airport, 1 hour from either LAX or San Diego airport.
Enjoy all of our famous theme-parks such as Disneyland (35min), Knott's Berry Farm(45 min), Legoland (35 min), San Diego Zoo and Sea World (65 min) Learning experiences at nearby San Juan Capistrano Mission, Dana Point Harbor Ocean Institute, whale and dolphin-watching. Beach equipment and bike rentals are located nearby in both San Clemente and Dana Point. Dana Point is home to Doheny State Beach and the harbor offers kayak and boat rentals, fishing and whale watching excursions, dining, shopping, sightseeing, as well as Catalina Island cruises. San Clemente offers great shopping down Del Mar to the Pier as well as the new Outlets at San Clemente, featuring over more than 50 stores.
House Rules:
We apologize but we do not accept pets.
The Blue Beach Cottage is located in a quiet beachfront residential community. If you are looking for a quiet retreat to enjoy with family or friends this would be the perfect vacation getaway; great for young children. The beach directly in front of the house is yours!
*The Capistrano Beach is subject to smooth river rocks, which flow down from San Juan Creek. They move up and down the beach with the tides. Occasionally, they move right in front of our beach, but they usually wash away the within a few days. In the past few months, storm surge has washed a great deal of sand from our beach. Thankfully, we have installed a barrier wall to keep sand up near out patio. From there, it is possible to access down a set of stairs to get down to the shore. It's been rocky as of late, so low tide is always best for water play. It's a product of mother nature! We really don't have much say on what the ocean does to our beach.
The entire property is non-smoking. We ask guests who smoke to please do so away from the house.
10% Dana Point City Tax
Dana Point Rental Permit #STR21-1209
This precious gem of a beach cottage offers an outstanding experience in a stand-alone home! That’s right! At the Blue Beach Bungalow, no one is thumping around above you and there's no one to worry about below you. The entire house and property will be your dream home-away-from-home the entire time you are here! Privacy and peace will ease and please you and yours.
Built in 1947, the house was upgraded in the 1960's to accommodate 8 people with an upstairs Master bedroom. Enjoy stunning views up a short stairway to Bedroom #1. There is a large picture window perfect for watching sailboats and sunsets from your comfy, king-size bed. The fresh ocean breeze gently flows through back and side windows. This room boasts a long walk-in closet (large enough for a pack 'n play), shelves full of books and a new 43” flat screen TV with cable & Roku compatibility. Just down the stairs is the Bathroom #1, with a pedestal sink and a bathtub.
The lower level features two bedrooms, two bathrooms and an open-concept living room/kitchen area with direct beach access to your own private patio from both the living room and the front bedroom. Bedroom #2 is beach front. It includes a master bed a 43“ flat screen TV with cable & Roku compatibility, a panel closet and a sliding glass door leads right to the beach-front patio. The middle Bedroom #3 has two bunk beds (can sleep up to four) is perfect for youngsters. It has a small 24" flat screen TV with Roku compatibility and a DVD player. It also has a small step in closet and easy access to Bathroom #2 down the hall, which includes a shower.
The entire residence can accommodate up to 8 people. Very comfy open layout. The beach directly in front of the house is your own private beach, not shared with anyone else. A moveable fire pit on the sand allows for cozy evenings. The beach front patio is slightly enclosed from the beach. It's fully furnished, with a BBQ, two patio tables with 14 chairs and umbrellas. Enjoy breathtaking views while entertaining with family and friends. The smaller, street side, secluded back patio has a lime tree where, when in season, you can use to garnish your cocktails; great for having coffee in the morning.
The exclusive gated community of Beach Road provides privacy and seclusion not commonly associated with beach-front property. Beach Road in Dana Point, California has the distinct advantage of sitting directly on the beach with the famous Pacific Coast Highway and breathtaking Amtrak Pacific Surfliner train that runs behind the house. Trains usually go by a few times a night and throughout the day. Guests typically say they hardly ever notice it.
Other amenities include:
Soft sand off the patio (many Beach Rod houses don't have this)
Sand Volleyball Court *depending on sand conditions- high tides washed away part of the post in October 2017 - we are waiting for natural sand replenishment this winter
3 parking spots directly behind plus an enclosed, locking garage
Full-size washer and dryer
Gas Fireplace
USB chargers in all bedrooms
Working fishing poles and tackle
Two 7 speed adult beach cruisers bicycles
Two children's bicycles
4 person bicycle surrey
Boogie boards
Children's sand toys
Pack 'n Play
WiFi compatibly
California State Parks Pass (allows access to San Ononfre and Doheny State Beaches) - must be left in the house upon departure
Easy Access to the Freeway
Relax, surf, SUP, play golf, ride bicycles or run along the coastal bike path that runs parallel to Coast Highway in the back of the house; North towards Dana Point and Laguna Beach or south to San Clemente... all the way the San Diego County Line. Walk the beach, gaze at brilliant starlit skies, or just sit on the patio. Watch the pelicans and sea birds soar just above the water line while dolphins and an occasional sea lion swim off shore. It will be hard not to feel the lost romance of the Southern California Riviera sipping a cocktail on your private beach while watching the sunset over the ocean and listening to the pounding of the waves. No shirts, not shoes, no problem!
Enjoy all the great restaurants in Dana Point and San Clemente. Privacy and seclusion. Security of a gate-guarded community Beach front right on the sand with unparalleled views of Catalina Island from the San Clemente Pier to the Dana Point Headlands. 30 minutes from Orange County Airport, 1 hour from either LAX or San Diego airport.
Enjoy all of our famous theme-parks such as Disneyland (35min), Knott's Berry Farm(45 min), Legoland (35 min), San Diego Zoo and Sea World (65 min) Learning experiences at nearby San Juan Capistrano Mission, Dana Point Harbor Ocean Institute, whale and dolphin-watching. Beach equipment and bike rentals are located nearby in both San Clemente and Dana Point. Dana Point is home to Doheny State Beach and the harbor offers kayak and boat rentals, fishing and whale watching excursions, dining, shopping, sightseeing, as well as Catalina Island cruises. San Clemente offers great shopping down Del Mar to the Pier as well as the new Outlets at San Clemente, featuring over more than 50 stores.
House Rules:
We apologize but we do not accept pets.
The Blue Beach Cottage is located in a quiet beachfront residential community. If you are looking for a quiet retreat to enjoy with family or friends this would be the perfect vacation getaway; great for young children. The beach directly in front of the house is yours!
*The Capistrano Beach is subject to smooth river rocks, which flow down from San Juan Creek. They move up and down the beach with the tides. Occasionally, they move right in front of our beach, but they usually wash away the within a few days. In the past few months, storm surge has washed a great deal of sand from our beach. Thankfully, we have installed a barrier wall to keep sand up near out patio. From there, it is possible to access down a set of stairs to get down to the shore. It's been rocky as of late, so low tide is always best for water play. It's a product of mother nature! We really don't have much say on what the ocean does to our beach.
The entire property is non-smoking. We ask guests who smoke to please do so away from the house.
10% Dana Point City Tax
Dana Point Rental Permit #STR21-1209
Amenities at Beachfront Family Vacation Destination - Lasting Memories at the Beach
Non-smoking
TV
Refridgerator
Kitchen
WiFi/Internet
Microwave
Dishwasher
Washing machine
Dryer
Patio
Kitchenware
No pets allowed
Oven
Stove
Laundry services
Fireplace
Bath or shower
Children's high chair
Towels
Hairdryer
Map of Capistrano Beach, CA
Ratings and reviews
10.0 / 10.0Outstanding·nov 2025
In a word: perfect. By far the nicest vacation stay we have ever experienced. Clean, safe, well kept, and comfortable. Beach amenities provided, as well as bicycles for getting around, and a clean laundry area. Host was very helpful, pleasant, and always available. We definitely did not want to leave!
10.0 / 10.0Outstanding·sep 2025
First time staying at a beach house, awesome experience and the house had just about everything we needed. We felt safe, nice gated community and the kids loved the house... We will do it again...Owners were very nice, gave us our privacy at all times...
10.0 / 10.0Outstanding·ago 2025
You can't beat the location! Any home on Beach road in Dana Point is going to be amazing. Like most homes, no AC but we were here in the beginning of August and had no problem with heat. The upstairs bedroom got hot in the middle of the day but we were out doing stuff anyway and didn't need to be up there and there were plenty of fans available to cool off if needed. Nancy and Dave are great hosts. Very responsive and helpful. Nancy mailed me back some personal items I had accidentally left behind, which was so sweet of her! We had the best time eating on the back patio with the one of a kind ocean view.
6.0 / 10.0Average·jul 2022
One of the owners lives next door. The community is private, which is nice, but you have to ask permission from the owner to have any guests over or any visitors at all. This means the owner knows everyone you have over. In my case we rented the house to stay in during the week of my daughter’s wedding. We had lots of family and friends in the area and it was a complete hassle/disaster to have anyone over. On the day my daughter and the bridesmaids were getting ready for the wedding, hair and makeup and stuff. The owners son, (middle aged man) he had full knowledge of what was taking place at the house that day, cause you need permission for all visitors, came to the house unannounced, proceeded to move about the back patio area shirtless! While my daughter and the bridesmaids are trying to have a relaxed day and get ready for the wedding. And a strange shirtless man is looking in the back sliding glass doors! When confronted of why he was there he said he was fixing something. This was not correct and absolutely unnecessary. It absolutely creeped my daughter, her bridesmaids and the hair and makeup persons out. I was very concerned at that point. We woke up one morning to see toys and other items on the sand area right in front of the patio. As we have no young children and the house next door was unoccupied and there are strict rules about only using the area in front of the house you are staying in, we can only guess that it was again the owners family that were at the house when we were not there. The house sits above the beach and the beach is not very accessible. The furniture is absolutely used. My husband had to fix the table in several areas as nails would rip clothes and skin. Some of the lights did not work and the kitchen is stocked with very used items as well. Wish I had know these things before renting, so I decided to post this account.
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9.7Outstanding
(101 Ratings)
"In a word: perfect. By far the nicest vacation stay we have ever experienced. Clean, safe, well kept, and comfortable. Beach amenities provided, as well as bicycles for getting around, and a clean ..."
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