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A California Dream Escape

Cottage in Costa Mesa with kitchen and patio

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A California Dream Escape provides amenities, such as a garden and a playground.

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Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Air-conditioning
Outdoor space
Barbecue
Fireplace

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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.

A California Dream Escape

Nestle in to this enchanted, fully refurbished, 1950s California dream home. Walk to Newport Beach's famous Back Bay, drive just 15 minutes to Disneyland or 3 miles to the best beaches in the area! Enjoy all the perks of a quiet and family friendly neighborhood, dine at one of the many local eateries, and escape into your private, fully fenced yard!

Property amenities

Internet

Available in the cottage: Internet access

Kitchen

Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Toaster

Bedrooms

2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

1 bathroom
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided

Living spaces

Fireplace

Entertainment

TV

Outdoor areas

Barbecue grill
Fenced yard
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio

Work spaces

Desk
Desk chair

Comfort

Air conditioning
Heating

Pets

Pet friendly
Welcoming dogs only
Up to 23 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

Smoke-free property

Location highlights

Near the bay
Near the marina

Things to do

Birdwatching nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Snorkelling nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Whale watching nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

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)

General

Garden

Similar properties

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Outdoor space

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:

Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets are allowed

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Welcoming dogs only

2 total (up to 23 kg 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

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has not indicated whether 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

About the area

Costa Mesa, CA

What's nearby

College Hospital Costa Mesa - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
Upper Newport Bay Nature Preserve - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
Orange County Fairgrounds - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
Costa Mesa Farmers' Market - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
Orange Coast College - 3 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

Tustin Station - 16 min drive
Orange County, CA (SNA-John Wayne) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

‪Jack in the Box - ‬16 min walk
‪Salty Horse - ‬9 min walk
‪Hola Adios Coffeeshop - ‬10 min walk
‪Frank's Philadelphia - ‬9 min walk
‪Starbucks - ‬16 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is A California Dream Escape pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at A California Dream Escape?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A California Dream Escape?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is A California Dream Escape located?

Located in East Side Costa Mesa, this cottage is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Orange County Fairgrounds and within 3 miles (5 km) of Orange Coast College and Lyon Air Museum. Hoag Hospital is 2.9 mi (4.7 km) away.

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9.4

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10/10 Excellent

Robert B.

1 May 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

quiet and safe

very nice area to walk and a very cozy place to stay

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Atman B.

13 Apr 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute and comfortable cottage

Great location and beautiful property. Perfect cottage vibe and a true getaway in Costa Mesa. Whole family loved it and we will be back

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacy S.

18 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect trip

This little place was perfect for what we were looking for. The rooms were cozy and the little outdoor area is private so we were easily able to play some board games outside. I will tag this place for future visits!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff M.

8 Sept 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Cali Stay

It was close to my cousins house so it made it convenient. It was great for our dogs since the yard was fenced off. Kitchen was well stocked. Location was great.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leslie V.

12 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hidden Gem!

Quiet, private gem of a bungalow! Just lovely!

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian B.

11 Nov 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

11/10/24

Nice place

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hayley M.

24 Jul 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute cottage

The cottage was cute and the outside area is great to hangout in. The host is very nice and responds quickly.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

24 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable CA cottage

Lovely stay at this comfortable little cottage. We were here for a few days to move daughter into OCC and the location was perfect. Quiet neighborhood. Beds were comfortable. Kitchen had everything needed. Vintage feel made it unique. For those staying longer a washer/dryer could be a helpful addition.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy W.

1 Jul 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely seclusion

This was very central to everything. Near by freeways easy access. Can walk to trails at back bay a mile down. If you have bikes take them and enjoy. Lovely people and lots of awesome Restaurants. Our place was very private and had a nice yard!

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew V.

19 Oct 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Enjoyed our stay!

We recently stayed at this charming spot and overall, it was a great experience! While the place has an older vibe, it’s incredibly comfortable, making it feel like a cozy home away from home. The outdoor setting is truly a highlight—perfect for relaxing and enjoying the scenery. The only downside was the lack of a few essential kitchen supplies, which made cooking a bit tricky at times. If they could address that, it would elevate the stay even more. However, I would definitely recommend this place for anyone looking for a peaceful retreat!

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Tina T.

15 Jun 2024

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Need new furnitures

The chair in the living area broke when we lift it up. One of the patio chair legs were old that when a member in the family sat down it bend all the way to the ground. This person only weight 130s lbs, not 200 lbs. Another outdoor chair had a big hold in the seat already cover up by a cushion. The place could use a good cleaning and check on their furniture’s inside and outside.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Mitchell B.

19 Jul 2023

Liked: Check-in, communication

Could be better. Tired and dated

The coziness of the images is in reality, simply a dark interior with insufficient light. The vines across the top of the cottage entry were dead, also detracting from basic features. The windows and doors do not function as well as would be expected, with a bedroom door that was very difficult to lock once open. Amenities included a coffee maker, but the 1990s coffee maker was actually found in a lower cabinet. No directions on how to use the TVs and no standard cable option. recommendations to the owner - paint the interior a light color. Improve the lighting, remodel the kitchen with new appliances, counter tops and cabinets. Improve the flooring throughout. Improve the yard area, fencing off the back half of the yard that is primarily dead grass and dirt. Upgrade your furniture and fixtures and you will be able to charge significantly more and stay full more often. Make sure toilets function perfectly. don't ever ask a guest to assemble an umbrella you just bought for the outdoor area. Trim and upgrade the landscape. Overall, take advantage of the location and upgrade the property. It will be worth it. Until then, I would not recommend anyone stay there....