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Outdoor dining
TV, fireplace, video games, DVD player
Exterior
On the beach
Fitness facility

Reviews

9.2 out of 10

Wonderful

Entire condo

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pool
  • Gym
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Avalon, Ca
  • Three Palms Avalon Arcade
    9 min walk
  • Catalina Island Museum
    11 min walk
  • Catalina Island Visitor Center
    11 min walk
  • Avalon, CA (AVX-Catalina)
    57 min drive

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About the area

Avalon

When you stay at this condo in Avalon, you'll be on the beach, within a 15-minute walk of Three Palms Avalon Arcade and Catalina Island Museum. .This beach condo is 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Avalon Theater and 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Catalina Casino.

Getting around

  • Avalon, CA (AVX-Catalina) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pancake Cottage - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Descanso Beach Club - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Bluewater Grill - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Catalina Island Brew House - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Catalina Coffee & Cookie Co. - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

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City of Avalon Business License # 009926

Are you ready to step into an island paradise located in Los Angeles county? If so, whether you arrive by air or sea, be prepared to enjoy what has been called “The most charming island get-away in all of North America.”

Mike, the Buffalo overlooks this enchanting home completely renovated to capture the “island vibe.” This home is a spacious 1275 square foot treasure with stunning 180-degree direct ocean views. In the day, you can watch the dolphins, seals, birds and boats while the evening brings the unapparelled view of the southern California coast alit from twenty-three miles across the pacific. Inside the home, vaulted ceilings and open floor plan offer an expansive living space with Ocean Views from three sets of French patio doors. Relax on the 150-inch Sectional Sofa while selecting one of 10,000 movies on hand from Netflix on the massive 65-inch Plasma TV. Read a book from our 'All Things Catalina' library, stream your own music or play what is provided through the blue tooth enabled stereo system. Many choose to BBQ or cook with the ocean breeze while enjoying the professionally decorated unit which incorporates brand top shelf furnishings with rare, antique and indigenous items such as original Catalina Pottery and tiled table.

We have taken great strides to make the home comfortable and hope you enjoy the 500-thread count bedding and designer towels. Stainless steel appliances accompany fine Marble and updated faucets and lighting fixtures throughout the kitchen and both bathrooms. Enjoy the blue Pacific from the game room which is equipped with a table and full selection of board games as well as a Queen bed. Furnishings and bar-b-que sit under tiled deck on the patio. Washer and Dryer are located inside the unit. This home along with unit next door unit take up the entire top of building four so you can rent both units for extended family and friends. In exchange for steps up to building four, these units both have elevated vaulted ceilings and amazing sprawling ocean views making the walk up well worth it! Please reference VRBO ID 497962 to view the neighboring unit.

This home is located in exclusive Hamilton Cove which boasts of a beach area, tennis, croquette, putting and tennis courts. Yet, if you are visiting Catalina, we recommend you get take our superior 2015 Yamaha Limo Cart into town and explore. You will be just minutes from the Descanso Beach Club where you can rent a Cabana or simply enjoy this fully wonderful beach club which offers beach lounge chairs as well as a bar and food. Many folks will hit the beach club after an exciting zip line experience or to simply enjoy an afternoon. We could go on and on about Catalina Island, but we think the Chamber of Commerce said it best in describing our beloved Island, “Catalina Island is a picture-perfect paradise and a world apart from the hustle and bustle of the mainland just 22 miles away. The air is refreshing, the water is clear, the community is casual and friendly, and there’s not one traffic light on the whole Island. From the city of Avalon to the rustic village of Two Harbors, experience the Island for yourself - explore the rugged back country where the buffalo roam, enjoy the most stylish in dining experiences, conquer the rush of thrilling adventures, and relax on the sand with the gentle rhythm of the ocean. When you’re on Island Time, you’re always having the time of your life.”

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Management is not responsible for association shut downs of pools, spas, fitness centers, etc. Management will try their best to keep you informed of any closures that they are aware of but guest is advised to check Hamilton Cove Website for any closures during their stay.

Please see contract for additional details.
Make yourself comfortable in this condo, which features a fireplace and a private pool. There's a private balcony. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, a microwave, and a dishwasher. Conveniences include a phone, as well as a coffee/tea maker and a washing machine.
Enjoy a range of recreational amenities, including a spa tub, a sauna, and a fitness center. Additional features at this condo include an arcade/game room and barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access.

Property manager

Jenny Blaylock

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool
  • Shared/communal pool
  • A hot tub
  • Sauna

Internet

  • WiFi available

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • Games room
  • Video games
  • DVD player
  • Video library
  • Music library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Fitness centre
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Basketball nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Golf 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

  • Property does not allow children

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

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
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
Property Registration Number 010109

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Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 116 out of 160 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 22 out of 160 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 14 out of 160 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 160 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 160 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

4.0/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lauren G., ETHEL, LA

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing and perfect for us
Beautiful view, comfortable property, well stocked kitchen. Except for groceries, no need to leave the property
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Andre W.

Too many stairs
Too many stairs, idk how you put up these condos with no access except to climb a lot of stairs. The pictures were not accurate, the second bedroom was so small you couldn’t even put a dresser in there, the washer was filthy,, no shower in the master bathroom. For all The &&$ ,I was disappointed except for the view
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Lanie K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
Avalon is absolutely beautiful and the location of the property makes it even better. This neighborhood is set apart from town making it quiet and peaceful with a beautiful view. There were a few minor issues with plumbing but nothing that ruined our stay. Just be aware the king bedroom with the tub has a very short spout making it difficult to bathe and wash hair. Overall, we had an amazing time and highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

FRANK C., Monterey

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing property
Just like the description. Great vacation location.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

yoojeong S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great family getaway
Was our first time on the island and had a wonderful time at this property! The view from the balcony was exceptional!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place!
Rented this place for a 50th birthday weekend! The view was amazing! Very spacious. Beds were comfortable...and so was the couch! Really enjoyed it! Pool area was nice. Highly recommended!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Justine

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great views, house was clean and bed was comfortable. My family loved getting around in the golf cart. Pool was easily accessible.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Seve G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fun
The only issue we had was the TV never worked properly. They did all they could to help but no TV for the whole stay. That was probably a good thing since we spent more time talking but it was frustrating. It was clean, spacious and had all we needed for a great trip. The stairs were a killer and getting our bags up there was a chore.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

John F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great property
Has everything you need.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Cheyenne S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Hamilton stay with a climb
Over all it is such a beautiful and relaxing home. However I wish there was a point made about how small the washer and dryer loads have to be. Also I was there for scuba with my husband and we have our own BCD's, tanks and all wet suit gear along with our luggage so hauling it all up and down the stairs sucked. Good thing we are both very fit. I also find the beds to be extremely soft and dented in in the the areas where people sleep. They need to be updated. Also 2 of the three bathroom sinks do not drain well at all. And lastly if you are taller than 5'9 the shower head is going to be to short. I know I was really laying it all out but I felt those should. be mentioned and hopefully taken care of. It was very nice to stay at this home and the host was very prompt in her communication.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Deana M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Views
I loved celebrating my Birthday in Catalina! The property has amazing views and it was very clean. It had everything that we needed even Birthday candles for my cake. My only complaints would be that I was disappointed that there wasn’t a shower head in the master bath and way too many stairs to get to the condo. Over all we had a great time and will visit the Island again. My advice to anyone that visits for the first time would be to do your homework regarding transportation. We flew in our plane and landed on the Island. Transportation from the airport to the condo was very pricey. We were also told quite a few different prices depending on who we spoke to. So just be cautious and make sure you are being told the truth regarding transportation pricing. Other than that it was amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Birthday Shenanigans
My friends and I had a great time celebrating my boyfriend's birthday. We enjoyed each morning on the balcony taking in the beautiful views. The beds were comfortable and the place was clean. Yes, a lot of stairs, but nothing we couldn't handle. We had a slight issue at check-in, but Chela (prop mgr) was on it! Overall the trip was fantastic and we would totally stay here again. We love Mike (the Buffalo)
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

maite

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This Condo was perfect for our family vacation. The views are awesome and so relaxing. The whole community is beautiful and we loved the fact that it comes with a golf cart to go around the island. Just be aware that it is at the top of the building and there are 73 stair steps to climb to get to the condo but other than that it was wonderful!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Michele R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely but a few things to know
Well cared for space with nice spaces. We had my 82 yr old mom with us and had no heads up that there were 75 steps up to unit. Yikes. Also there are step downs within the unit that had non operating motion lights. We did have falls as a result. Beautiful unit and view and island. Well appointed for all your needs. Overall a wonderful place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Mary D.

Liked: Cleanliness
quiet and comfortable
has numerous amenities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joao

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Judy J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful views from all rooms
Well equipped and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

mike a.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Amazing Amazing....10+
Everything about this trip was amazing for our family. From the home to the view to the amenities to the service we were blown away. First the home. Everything we needed was included and the themed decor made for such a fun experience. You could tell the designer put some time into capturing the history and feel of Catalina Island. The view is spectacular - especially at night as you can see the lights from the California coast. We were in the south of France earlier this summer and I would take the Hamilton Cove view everyday of the week. All the units have stairs, but my word it is worth the walk for the serene and spectacular views. The house was well acquainted and everything worked well. We particularly enjoyed the golf cart and the access it gave us to the island. But, the home and view was so nice and instantly put everyone in a good mood so we didn't want to leave, EVER. The service team was so nice and professional and helpful I want to give a shout-out to Jennifer and Olivia who obviously care about their guests experience and helped us tremendously. We will be back again and again. We would highly recommend this rental for anyone unless you do not want to walk up the stairs then you should not stay in Hamilton Cove. We use VRBO's all over the country and I would put this experience at the top of the list.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carol L H.

Liked: Cleanliness
What a VIEW!
Room view was phenomenal. Ate outdoors several times with 180 degree ocean view of the deep blue waters full of life, both animals and humans! :) Temperatures were wonderfully balmy, open windows all night long for breezy deep sleep every night. Every kitchen gadget you would ever need, beds were super comfortable, large shower, deep soaking bathtub, mahogany cabinetry was notable. And golf cart available to come and go as you please. It was a perfect stay, the quarters were beautiful and sturdy. We had so much fun. You can't choose a better experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pam V.

Liked: Cleanliness
What a great view
We loved everything, location, amenities, the home, balcony. Definitely staying there again. We also enjoyed The Catalina Wine Mixer.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Rancho Relaxo
Rancho Relaxo was just that - very relaxing. The location is a quick 10 minute golf car ride from town. The unit is reached by a number of stairs but you are rewarded with spectacular panoramic views on a long expansive deck. The unit was very clean and had all the amenities one could ask for including a golf cart although the golf cart could use an upgrade. Keep in mind that the master bath has only a tub, no shower. There is a shower in the second bath. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Tamarah W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hamilton Cove Stay
This property was clean with amazing views and a fun property to stay at with a pool and jacuzzi. It was so nice to have the golf cart. The house was comfortable and had a nice kitchen. This would be a great condo to stay at with your children as far as sleeping arrangements but this condo is not set up for two couples. The second bedroom was so tiny it didn’t have room for luggage and didn’t have a closet. This condo is a two bathroom but only the main bathroom had a shower. The master bathroom only has a tub so both couples had to share the main shower. The master suite was super nice and roomy with a huge closet. Also something to be aware of is the amount of stairs you have to climb to get to the unit. Upon arrival the lock box was open with key in it and anyone could access it and the housekeepers left mops on porch. Over it was a great quiet and beautiful place to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cindy S.

Liked: Cleanliness
A perfect getaway
Simply beautiful..loved every minute.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

6/10 Okay

David B.

Mixed
Property was clean but lacks updates. Very poor kitchen lighting. Exterior doors do not close and couldn't get them to lock. Eighty steps up to door. Good view ample towels great rec areas
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vincent L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hamilton Cove!!
The only place to be in Catalina. Gated and quiet community. Picturesque view from the balcony. Spacious and clean. Golf cart provided. Tennis courts.. Just up the hill from everything.. My only complaint was the shared/ communal balcony. The neighbors/renter were super loud and obnoxious on the balcony.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022