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Close to Festival of Arts and Pageant of the Masters, The Blue Cottage-Manzanita Cottages provides amenities, such as a garden and laundry facilities. Stay connected with in-room WiFi.

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1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Blue Cottage-Manzanita Cottages

Your Own Private Cottage Nestled in a Secluded Garden Compound

This fully restored and renovated cottage is nestled in a private garden compound within a short walk to the village and Main Beach. The cottage has been carefully furnished to meet the needs of discerning traveler's seeking an alternative to hotel lodging.

We have selected very fine art work along with hand crafted furniture to reflect the character and charm of the original art colony of Laguna. The bathroom and kitchen was completely renovated in order to upgrade the facilities and appliances to provide maximum comfort.

Our guests especially enjoy the freedom of walking to virtually all the major attractions in and around Laguna Beach. When they return at the end of the day, they pass through the old wooden gate, walk down the steps into this remarkable garden setting.

We guarantee you will love it here!

Keywords: private cottage, romantic setting

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea

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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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:
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Deposits are refundable if a cancellation is made before 30 days prior to arrival date. Your refund will be made within 30 days of the cancellation
notice. There will be no refunds issued for cancellations made within 30 days of the arrival date,
or as a result of inclement weather, flight/travel delays or personal emergencies. There is a $25 cancellation fee for all cancellations.

Pets

Pets not allowed

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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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 149062, 9900-0400

About the area

Located near the beach, this cottage is in Mystic Hills, a neighbourhood in Laguna Beach. Festival of Arts and Pageant of the Masters and Mission San Juan Capistrano are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Pelican Hill Golf Course and Dana Point Harbor. Orange County Fair and Events Center and Laguna Beach Paddle Boarding are also worth visiting. Visit our Laguna Beach travel guide
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Laguna Beach, CA

What's nearby

  • Main Beach
    Main Beach
    8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • View of the Main Beach Park from cliffs at Heisler Park, in Lagu
    Main Beach Park
    12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Evening light on cliffs at Wood's Cove, in Laguna Beach, Orange County, California
    Woods Cove
    18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • View from Heisler Park, Laguna Beach in Orange County, Southern California
    Heisler Park
    18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Festival of Arts and Pageant of the Masters
    15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Santa Ana Regional Transportation Center
    22 min drive
  • Orange County, CA (SNA-John Wayne)
    33 min drive

Restaurants

  • Finney’s Crafthouse
    8 min walk
  • Nick's Laguna Beach
    7 min walk
  • The Cliff
    6 min walk
  • Larsen
    9 min walk
  • C'est La Vie
    7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Blue Cottage-Manzanita Cottages pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Blue Cottage-Manzanita Cottages?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Blue Cottage-Manzanita Cottages?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Blue Cottage-Manzanita Cottages?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Blue Cottage-Manzanita Cottages located?

Located in Mystic Hills, this cottage is within a 15-minute walk of Laguna Beach Paddle Boarding and Festival of Arts and Pageant of the Masters. Main Beach and Main Beach Park are also within 10 minutes.

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The Blue Cottage-Manzanita Cottages Reviews

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 12 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 12 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 12 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews

9.8

Cleanliness

10

Location

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10/10 Excellent

Sheri B.

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

18th birthday celebration

Cute little cottage, great location, nice outdoor space.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Irene W.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Cute Cottage

Charming place. Just what I expected. Very clean and nicely decorated. There was some difficulty in reaching the manager before arrival. Overall I would recommend the place.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pattie O.

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

Fun time at Laguna Beach

I loved Laguna Beach. It was our first time visiting. We were celebrating my birthday. The cottage was what I was expecting: quiet, cozy, private and closed to the beach, stores and restaurants. I definitely recommend it. 😃
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Mayank N.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great property

Close to beach. Great place to stay
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sallyann D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay at Manzanita Cottages was really nice! Check in was seamless, the landscaping is beautiful, great location. We came for my wife's fortieth.High school reunion and could not have chosen a better place to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melinda R.

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

Classic Laguna Beach Cottage

Loved our stay! We are originally from CA but moved away. We still need our beach fix every year and this little cottage was perfect for us. The cottage was well stocked and clean. The outside areas were beautiful and felt like home. Tucked away from the street, it’s nice and quiet. We will definitely return! Thanks so much!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Geza S.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Charming cottage in a great location.

Charming small cottage in a great location. I could walk from the cottage to downtown Laguna Beach in 10 minutes. It did take me a little longer to walk back uphill.Everything in the cottage was in good working order. Parking is a challenge. Definitely would stay again on my next visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ginger B.

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

Fabulous location

The cottage was so sweet. We enjoyed our stay very much. Clean and included what we needed for a couple days away. We would highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tricia H.

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

Fairy Tale Cottage by the Sea

This adorable cottage was everything I wanted and needed in a little home away from home. Such a relaxing little fairy tale secret garden tucked away in the beautiful Laguna surroundings. I loved everything about this place, only wish that I were still there. The only thing I wasn't prepared for was the stairs getting into the property. Other than that I can't wait to come back. I have so many people wanting to know the details about this place too. Thank you for such a beautiful place to stay. It was the perfect place for my beach getaway.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patty A.

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

Lovely cottage near town

We always love staying at any of the unique Manzanita Cottages. Neil, who was our contact for our rental, is always so attentive and accommodating every time we rent a cottage. The blue cottage is adorable and very comfortable. Yes, the bathroom is small but when it’s just two of you here for a vacation, it’s workable if you take turns getting ready. The living room, kitchen and bedroom offer plenty of room for two. The kitchen is stocked with basics, coffee, water, some condiments, plates, silverware, etc.... The location is perfect and you are about a 10 minute, if not less, walk to town. If you bring elderly guests or children with you, you might want to drop them off at the back entrance (school district office parking lot) to avoid the steep stairs at the main entrance on Manzanita road. The back entrance also has a code and there are no steps until you get into the garden area, but they are pretty easy to take and they are only a few at a time. The cottage was very clean, as always, and it was so quiet at night and in the early morning. The seating area outside was so peaceful and the gardens are full of pretty flowers. We will be back again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019
Verified

4/10 Poor

mary m.

This cottage is in serious need of paint/upkeep. The bathroom and shower are tiny!

The outdoor/covered old stone staircase leading down to the cottages had really slick, difficult to see mud on one side of it due to the recent rains. This was quite a hazard, especially at night with the very dim lighting. Though checkout time was 11:00am and our car was still parked in "the blue cottage" space (visible to the housekeeper), she entered our cottage without even knocking around 10:35am intentionally-- her only excuse was that our door was unlocked. It was just rude.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019