Title: Casa de la Ballena, back available on VRBO. Permit STR15-0329, walk to the beach - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Casa de la Ballena, back available on VRBO. Permit STR15-0329, walk to the beach Family-friendly vacation home with a water park and a hot tub ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/53000000/52870000/52868000/52867955/93545bb4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/53000000/52870000/52868000/52867955/w1122h736x3y0-8000c579.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/53000000/52870000/52868000/52867955/a8027910.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Marina](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/53000000/52870000/52868000/52867955/w1119h719x3y0-50ddc2bf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor spa tub](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/53000000/52870000/52868000/52867955/w1119h735x3y3-b5590ddd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies In the heart of Dana Point's lantern district, this beautifully remodeled home offers a serene retreat with 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. Unwind in the private backyard featuring a brand new hot tub and large patio perfect for barbecuing. With its fully stocked kitchen and high-speed internet, this haven is ideal for families or friends looking to relax near Doheney beach. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61400 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Hot tub - Pet-friendly - Washer - Air conditioning ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Casa de la Ballena, back available on VRBO. Permit STR15-0329, walk to the beach Airconditioned home. This beautiful remodeled home features 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, in the lantern district of Dana point and is within walking distance of all Dana Point restaurants and bars, Dana Point Harbor and Doheney beach. ( yes, the surfing beach made famous in the Beach Boys song). Fully remodeled kitchen with quartz counters, island, 42" gourmet stove, fully stocked kitchen with drip coffee maker, Keurig coffee maker, toaster, airfryer, Vitamix blender etc... Very private backyard with brand new hot tub, large patio with Barbeque. Surfboards, beach chairs, umbrellas, cooler in the 2 car attached garage. There is also a stand up paddle board and 2 bicycles in the garage. The house is perfect for 4 adults and up to 4 kids. Possibly 6 adults and 2 kids, but that would be a bit cramped. Also memorial day week and labor day week are still available. 2023 improvements: 1\. front gate installed on patio, so pets and small kids can't escape. 2\. New Jacuzzi installed spring 2023 3\. New patio umbrellas with built in LED lighting 4\. Wi-fi was upgraded to Cox Panorama high speed internet. 5\. Updated patio furniture. 6\. Teak dining table that seats 10 on patio. Dana Point permit STR15-0329 ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Ski - Close to skiing - Snowboarding nearby ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car not required - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Ice maker - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - DVD player - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming cats and dogs only - 2 pets total ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed - Note from host: Smoking ok on the patio and backyard. ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a village - In the city center - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near a zoo - Near an outlet shopping mall - Near the marina - Near the sea ### Things to do - Kayak - Water park - Water sports equipment - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Parasailing nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkeling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Theme park nearby - Water skiing nearby - Whale watching nearby - Windsurfing nearby - Winery tours 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) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Garden - Unit size: 1,400 square feet ## Similar properties ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33500000/33490300/33490291/eb50d44f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Luxurious 3-bed/2-bath Coastal Modern Beach Cottage-AC, Walk to Beach! 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The cleaning crew will show up shortly after 11 Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host. ### Rules Plse be considred to the neighbours, keep noise down after 10 pm. We are under strict vacation rental rules imposed by the City of DP. ### Pets Pets allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs and cats only 2 total pets Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation Note from host: Dogs are allowed , max of 2 . Dogs stay free!!! ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed Small parties OK, $500 fine for noise complaint. ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted Smoking ok on the patio and backyard. ## 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 Note from host: Small parties OK, $500 fine for noise complaint. Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock 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 ### We should mention A car is not required for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as Harbor Point Back Available as Vacation Rental ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C33.46984%2C-117.69943&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=y_0UZpabOW4eg9VZPcPQN1uzgFE=) Dana Point, CA #### What's nearby - Baby Beach - 12 min walk - 1.0 km - Dana Point Harbor - 17 min walk - 1.4 km - Salt Creek Beach Park - 17 min walk - 1.5 km - Ocean Institute - 17 min walk - 1.5 km - Doheny State Beach - 2 min drive - 1.9 km #### Getting around - San Juan Capistrano Depot - 14 min drive - John Wayne Airport (SNA) - 27 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Truly Pizza - ‬10 min walk - ‪Bear Coast Coffee - ‬8 min walk - ‪Hennessey's Tavern - ‬5 min walk - ‪Dana Point Ale House - ‬9 min walk - ‪Taco Bell - ‬9 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Casa de la Ballena, back available on VRBO. Permit STR15-0329, walk to the beach pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details. ### How much is parking? > Onsite parking is available at the property. ### What time is check-in at Casa de la Ballena, back available on VRBO. Permit STR15-0329, walk to the beach? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Casa de la Ballena, back available on VRBO. Permit STR15-0329, walk to the beach? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Casa de la Ballena, back available on VRBO. Permit STR15-0329, walk to the beach located? > This family-friendly Dana Point vacation home is located by the sea, within 1 mi (2 km) of Lantern Bay County Park, Doheny State Beach, and Salt Creek Beach Park. Ocean Institute and North Day Use Beach are also within 2 mi (3 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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