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234CL: Fairweather Cottage, 2 Blocks from Beach, Cute Porch, Fireplace, WIFI - 2

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Outdoor dining
TV, fireplace
TV, fireplace
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6108 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

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

234CL: Fairweather Cottage, 2 Blocks from Beach, Cute Porch, Fireplace, WIFI - 2

"Fairweather Cottage" is named for this home's original owners' wooden "ketch" that sailed to Avalon! This tandem walk-through three bedroom, two bath two level house (the second level is one of the bedrooms and both bathrooms are downstairs) is located less than two blocks from the beach, and was totally remodeled in 2008. Carpet has been replaced with hardwood floors in April 2019. Two flat panel TV's with DVD players (the one downstairs is a DVD/Blu-ray player), an iPod player, wireless internet, two electric fireplaces and many more amenities make this a great family vacation home. Just sit on the front porch, kick back, relax, and watch the world go by! 1159 SqFt 234CL | | | This vacation home rents on a nightly basis (2 night minimum, holidays and selected dates excepted; 3 night minimum mid-June through Labor Day).

Property manager

Catalina Island Vacation Rentals

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Massage

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Cobblestone flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 1,159 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

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

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

Children are welcome

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 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
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 is also known as

2125

About the neighborhood

Map
Avalon, CA

What's nearby

  • Catalina Island Visitor Center - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Catalina Island Museum - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Avalon Port - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Catalina Casino - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Catalina Island Golf Course - 15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Avalon, CA (AVX-Catalina) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pancake Cottage - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Descanso Beach Club - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Bluewater Grill - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Catalina Island Brew House - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Catalina Coffee & Cookie Co. - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is 234CL: Fairweather Cottage, 2 Blocks from Beach, Cute Porch, Fireplace, WIFI - 2 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 234CL: Fairweather Cottage, 2 Blocks from Beach, Cute Porch, Fireplace, WIFI - 2?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 234CL: Fairweather Cottage, 2 Blocks from Beach, Cute Porch, Fireplace, WIFI - 2?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 234CL: Fairweather Cottage, 2 Blocks from Beach, Cute Porch, Fireplace, WIFI - 2 located?

Situated by the sea, this vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Catalina Island Visitor Center and Catalina Island Golf Course. Catalina Island Museum and Avalon Pier are also within 10 minutes.

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234CL: Fairweather Cottage, 2 Blocks from Beach, Cute Porch, Fireplace, WIFI - 2 Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 28 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 28 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 28 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Stacy G.

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

Jazz week, great times!

Nice place. Good location. Enjoyed the patio! Great relaxing time!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly P.

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

The Fairweather is a cozy home. Our kids loved it!

The Fairweather iscozy historic structure and we enjoyed meals on the covered porch/patio. The patio I also great for people watching. close to the ferry terminal, shopping on the flat and Vons. It's a
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vicki C.

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

Master swimmers take it to the island!

We were 6 senior women that wanted to swim and hike. We made most of our meals at Fairweather. Nice kitchen, 2 coffee pots, a Keurig and Mr. Coffee (bring basket filters).Von's was a few blocks away for groceries. The house is on a busy street. Now Avalon is filled with golf carts and quite a few full-sized cars but the water was wonderful! The house was spacious for games and dining with a nice indoor/outdoor vibe.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great place to stay. Loved the porch and all the amenities. House was very well kept and cute. Much larger than anticipated. Only issue was the beds. Need new mattresses. Overall though, we had a great time and liked the rental. Will use it again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

allison f.

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

Pros and Cons

We stayed here for two nights. In terms of being close to fun things on the island, the location is great! But the street is extremely busy and very loud. The gas-powered golf carts are LOUD. And, lots of construction and large vehicles pass by. The house itself is super cute and charming, but is in need of a deep clean or maybe some paint and detailing. Lots of scuffs on the walls and wear and tear. It did, however, feel sanitary, and I could tell the regular cleaning crew was on it. Finally, the beds are HORRIFIC. I'm not sure why the mattresses haven't been updated, but they legit felt like the worst kind of 1979 springy, bouncy, just worn out beds. If this place got a deep clean and some new beds (the couch was pretty saggy as well), it would be a 10/10 spot for sure!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nima

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hope M.

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

Close to everything

The location of the property is great! You can easily walk to grocery, restaurants, ferry terminal, snorkeling, and other activities. The house was very clean and comfortable and we ate all our meals at home at the table on the front porch. Even with warm temperatures outside, the house was very comfortable with the provided fans. We didn't have any problems with noise and everyone slept well. The only oddity it that you have to walk through bedrooms to get to the other bedrooms, so this house is best for families and not couples that may want privacy. Access to 2 full bathrooms was very nice. The only think that perhaps would have made our stay better was having beach chairs provided and maybe a couple bikes to use. Totally not necessary, but when we stayed at one of the hotels previously, we had these items provided and we loved it. The bikes really allowed us to explore more of the island without needing to rent bikes and go through that hassle.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michelle M.

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

Perfect location and floorplan!

We are a family of 6 and the floorplan and bed layout is perfect! The house is equipped with fans and once you open some windows the house stays nice and cool. Waking up in the morning, opening the double doors to the front porch was amazing! The house is located near town and only took a few minutes to get to everything we needed. We cannot wait to return! Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Marcus G.

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

Convenient family home close to everything in Avalon

This probably is was perfect for four kids and my wife and I. Fairweather is close to everything Avalon had to offer. We enjoyed zip lining, snorkeling, hiking and kayaking in our four days on the island. The porch is amazing. The gas grill was a must! We grilled our dinner just about everyday. We would definitely stay at Fairweather in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kevin M.

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

Lovely home for the weekend

The place was quaint but had plenty of room for the two of us. Very clean and had all the amenities you would need to cook and relax. Check in was easy. The property is a short 3-5 min walk to the main strip but further enough away to have peace as. Quiet at night. Will try to book property again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie W.

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

Family Time

Had a great experience at The Fairweather Cottage. Nicely stocked kitchen, comfortable beds, and the best part is the front porch where we hosted several gatherings of friends and family. We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Relaxing getaway

Easy access to the beach-town-groceries. Easy check in. Loved sitting on the porch with friends with generous porch seating fir coffee/dinner/drinks
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

David C.

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

Great place, great location

Easy
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Imelda G.

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

Spring break trip to Avalon

The house was very clean and organized just like the pictures provided on the website. The location of the house was great, very close to restaurants and other places. Overall, an amazing house and place for a small getaway! Definitely would recommend renting this place!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Alvin J.

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

Freaking amazing!!!!

This property was hands down the most amazing property we have stayed at. The location was perfect, the floor plan was exceptional, and the outside patio was a bonus for hangout. I would definitely stay here again and would recommend anyone who wants a home away from home stay feel.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

8/10 Good

MaryLynn R.

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

Nice place.

The place was nice. A great location. The front porch was a bonus. We coukd sit outside during the rain. The floors were a little dirty. The toilet seat in one of the bathrooms was loose. There was no cloth or sponge to wash dishes. There were no extra dish towels. There was no hand wash or antibacterial wash for the kitchen and that's important right now with Covid. It just needs to be better taken care of between visitors. We also had ants in the kitchen so they dropped off some spray.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Melanie P.

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

Great location and clean

We had a great time and enjoyed all the perks of this home. TV’s in all rooms with working cable and wifi for nextflix, etc. Washer and dryer were a plus to have on hand. The place was clean and offered lots of movies and games for the kids to play. The only issue we had were quite a few ants in all rooms and were even getting into our luggage.

10/10 Excellent

Lynn S.

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

Excellent Location!

Location is central and convenient; we stepped off the boat and walked 5 minutes to the cottage. Groceries, restaurants, beach...everything is within a short walk. We enjoyed our Thanksgiving meal at the dining table on the front porch (a unique experience!); there are portable heaters throughout the house so we moved a couple to the porch as it was chilly in the evening. There are doors accessed from outside to the two back bedrooms and bathroom. The pack-and-play and baby gates are a bonus with a toddler in our family. We enjoyed the board games; decor is pleasant; furniture is very comfortable. This is definitely a place we will rent again!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Matt S.

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

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Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

CORTNEY L.

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

Great Weekend Getaway

This beach cottage was perfect for our family! The location was great, everything about the cottage was perfect for us. Would definitely recommend and will definitely book this place again!

10/10 Excellent

Larry S.

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

Good for disabled

We were looking for a house that would accommodate three people and a relative who has difficulty walking. This cosy cottage met most of our requirements. The biggest asset is the front porch that faces a busy street. This enjoyable addition kept our guest entertained while we were taking advantage of the many Avalon attractions. This porch is so close to the sidewalk that many pedestrians smiled and waved at her and a few even engaged in casual conversation.We ate all our meals outside at the large table provided there. Our other concern that this property met was that a bedroom and bathroom had be on the bottom floor, and that there was easy access into the shower, as opposed to stepping into a tub. Some disadvantages were that there are three steps to enter the cottage from the front and there is no railing. A side entrance is available but the one step to enter is steep. Also the floor is uneven. When approaching from the front, one must walk through a bedroom to access the back two bedrooms. A side entrance is available, however. The steps to the spacious upstairs bedroom are steep. The two available working box fans added to our comfort as it was hot. Although the furniture in the living room was old and uncomfortable, they were covered appropriately and the cottage was charmingly decorated. A land line phone is available in the upstairs bedroom which was very convenient as cell phone service is sporadic.

10/10 Excellent

Lucy F.

Cozy cottage

Well equipped and cozy , baby gates and pack n play crib nice surprise for my grandkids . Busy street but quiet at night . Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Barbara G., California

Love all the Catalina rentals.

All the rentals are a little old, but honestly it’s always a good time.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Cheryl S.

Super cute place!

Pros - The place was really comfortable and super cute. We rented it because of the porch and we enjoyed gathering there. It is really close to everything and it was easy to walk everywhere. The kitchen was nice and perfect to cook a couple of meals while we were there. Cons - The bedrooms are tandem, so if you are staying in the upstairs bedroom, you have to walk through two different bedrooms to get there. For a family this would not be much of an issue; however, if there are two couples it might be an issue for privacy. There is a sign at the front door to please not wear shoes on the carpet; however, the carpet was pretty dirty in the living room. While we really enjoyed spending time on the front porch, the furniture, mat, and table cloth folded on the table were really dirty. We had to wipe all of the chairs down and it would have been nice if the table cloth was clean. Because this is on one of the busiest streets, the traffic was really noisy during the day and luckily it quieted down in the late evenings.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2017