Title: Cottage by the Harbor - 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 # Cottage by the Harbor Cottage with a water park, near Dana Point Harbor ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110880000/110873000/110872997/eb1a8deb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110880000/110873000/110872997/a84be954.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110880000/110873000/110872997/c70f1077.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110880000/110873000/110872997/9cc5eca5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110880000/110873000/110872997/94675693.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Close to Dana Point Harbor and Doheny State Beach, Cottage by the Harbor provides golfing on site, a water park, and a firepit. Adventurous travelers may like the bicycling, kayaking, and boating at this cottage. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a garden and a playground. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroom ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Air conditioning - Washer - Fireplace ## 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. ### Cottage by the Harbor This is a new listing with VRBO. I have been in operation since 2011 and am very experienced with vacation rentals. Your cozy getaway awaits in Dana Point at this marvelous cottage. With 2 bedrooms featuring a queen bed, a soothing bathroom with a shower, and a lovely living room with a comfy sofa bed, this retreat is perfect for small groups or families. Enjoy amenities like WiFi, AC, and a washing machine during your stay. Experience what Dana Point has to offer with a stay at our cottage. A 5 minute walk finds you at the nearby town center and new downtown area where you can find restaurants, nightclubs and shopping. Down the street is Dana Point Harbor/marina and the famous Doheny Beach surfing and park, Go to the Marina for a fun get-away to Catalina Island or whale watching! The Cottage is a great pet friendly alternative to the overpriced resort hotels. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet) ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Area rugs in public areas - Hardwood flooring in public areas - No elevator (single-level property) - Single level property - Smooth flooring in public areas - Stair-free path to entrance - Well-lit path to entrance - Wheelchair accessibility - Wheelchair-accessible path of travel - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Change of bedsheets (on request) - Change of towels on request - Housekeeping (on request) - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near an outlet shopping mall - Near the marina ### Things to do - Bicycle parking - Bicycles - Boat - Golf - Kayak - Pickleball - Tennis - Water park - Water sports equipment - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkeling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Theme park nearby - Water skiing nearby - Whale watching nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Windsurfing 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) ### General - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Bed sheets changed on request - Bicycle parking - Bicycles - Double-glazed windows - Energy-saving switches in guestrooms - Garden - Housekeeping (on request) - Local artist showcase - Local culture and ecosystem education - Locally-owned and organized tours and activities - Recycling - Towels (changed on request) ## Similar properties ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/53000000/52870000/52868000/52867955/93545bb4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Casa de la Ballena, back available on VRBO. 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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 025320 ## 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%7C33.46875%2C-117.70048&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=U4F6yDBNQi0_X1pgarZVhOzYJqk=) Dana Point, CA #### What's nearby - Salt Creek Beach Park - 13 min walk - 1.2 km - Dana Point Harbor - 15 min walk - 1.3 km - Ocean Institute - 15 min walk - 1.3 km - Doheny State Beach - 3 min drive - 1.9 km - The Coach House - 4 min drive - 4.5 km #### Getting around - San Juan Capistrano Depot - 15 min drive - John Wayne Airport (SNA) - 35 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Truly Pizza - ‬8 min walk - ‪Bear Coast Coffee - ‬6 min walk - ‪Hennessey's Tavern - ‬3 min walk - ‪Dana Point Ale House - ‬6 min walk - ‪Taco Bell - ‬7 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Cottage by the Harbor pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet. ### Where is Cottage by the Harbor located? > Located in Lantern District, this cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of Dana Point Preserve, Dana Point Harbor, and Doheny State Beach. Lantern Bay County Park and Salt Creek Beach Park are also within 1 mi (2 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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