A California Dream Escape

See all properties

Entire home

Overview
Amenities
Policies
Location
Host

Exceptional

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

Barbecue grill
Pet-friendly
Fireplace
Kitchen
Outdoor space
Air conditioning

Explore the area

Costa Mesa, CA

Orange County Fairgrounds
‪2 min drive‬
Newport Pier
‪7 min drive‬
Fashion Island
‪8 min drive‬
Orange County, CA (SNA-John Wayne)
‪11 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Garden

About this property

Nestle in to this enchanted, fully refurbished, 1950s California dream home. Walk to Newport Beach's famous Back Bay, drive just 15 minutes to Disneyland or 3 miles to the best beaches in the area! Enjoy all the perks of a quiet and family friendly neighborhood, dine at one of the many local eateries, and escape into your private, fully fenced yard!

Property manager

Rosanna Rocker

Premier Host

Add dates for prices

Amenities

Kitchen

Pet-friendly

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Barbecue grill

Fireplace

Have a question?

Beta

Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.

Ask a question

Similar properties

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 18

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)

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 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

About the area

Costa Mesa

East Side Costa Mesa, a neighbourhood in Costa Mesa, is home to this cottage. South Coast Plaza and Fashion Island are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Disney California Adventure® Park and Disneyland® Resort. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Angel Stadium of Anaheim or Honda Center. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Costa Mesa, CA

What's nearby

Orange County Fairgrounds - 2 min drive - 1.6 km
Hoag Hospital - 4 min drive - 4.6 km
South Coast Plaza - 4 min drive - 4.7 km
Newport Pier - 7 min drive - 6.9 km
Fashion Island - 8 min drive - 9.3 km

Getting around

Tustin Station - 16 min drive
Orange County, CA (SNA-John Wayne) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

‪Frank's Philadelphia - ‬8 min walk
‪Jack in the Box - ‬16 min walk
‪Coffee Dose - ‬3 min drive
‪Starbucks - ‬16 min walk
‪Tony's Place - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A California Dream Escape pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at A California Dream Escape?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A California Dream Escape?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is A California Dream Escape located?

Located in East Side Costa Mesa, this cottage is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Orange County Fairgrounds and within 3 miles (5 km) of Orange Coast College and Costa Mesa Country Club. Lyon Air Museum and Hoag Hospital are also within 3 miles (5 km).

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.

Learn more

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Brian B.

11 Nov 2024

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

11/10/24

Nice place

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff M.

8 Sept 2024

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

Great Cali Stay

It was close to my cousins house so it made it convenient. It was great for our dogs since the yard was fenced off. Kitchen was well stocked. Location was great.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacy S.

18 Aug 2024

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

Perfect trip

This little place was perfect for what we were looking for. The rooms were cozy and the little outdoor area is private so we were easily able to play some board games outside. I will tag this place for future visits!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert B.

1 May 2024

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

quiet and safe

very nice area to walk and a very cozy place to stay

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leslie V.

12 Aug 2024

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

Hidden Gem!

Quiet, private gem of a bungalow! Just lovely!

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Atman B.

13 Apr 2024

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

Cute and comfortable cottage

Great location and beautiful property. Perfect cottage vibe and a true getaway in Costa Mesa. Whole family loved it and we will be back

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew V.

19 Oct 2024

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

Enjoyed our stay!

We recently stayed at this charming spot and overall, it was a great experience! While the place has an older vibe, it’s incredibly comfortable, making it feel like a cozy home away from home. The outdoor setting is truly a highlight—perfect for relaxing and enjoying the scenery. The only downside was the lack of a few essential kitchen supplies, which made cooking a bit tricky at times. If they could address that, it would elevate the stay even more. However, I would definitely recommend this place for anyone looking for a peaceful retreat!

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

24 Aug 2024

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

Comfortable CA cottage

Lovely stay at this comfortable little cottage. We were here for a few days to move daughter into OCC and the location was perfect. Quiet neighborhood. Beds were comfortable. Kitchen had everything needed. Vintage feel made it unique. For those staying longer a washer/dryer could be a helpful addition.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy W.

1 July 2024

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

Lovely seclusion

This was very central to everything. Near by freeways easy access. Can walk to trails at back bay a mile down. If you have bikes take them and enjoy. Lovely people and lots of awesome Restaurants. Our place was very private and had a nice yard!

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hayley M.

24 July 2023

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

Cute cottage

The cottage was cute and the outside area is great to hangout in. The host is very nice and responds quickly.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Tina T.

15 June 2024

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Need new furnitures

The chair in the living area broke when we lift it up. One of the patio chair legs were old that when a member in the family sat down it bend all the way to the ground. This person only weight 130s lbs, not 200 lbs. Another outdoor chair had a big hold in the seat already cover up by a cushion. The place could use a good cleaning and check on their furniture’s inside and outside.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Mitchell B.

19 July 2023

Liked: Check-in, communication

Could be better. Tired and dated

The coziness of the images is in reality, simply a dark interior with insufficient light. The vines across the top of the cottage entry were dead, also detracting from basic features. The windows and doors do not function as well as would be expected, with a bedroom door that was very difficult to lock once open. Amenities included a coffee maker, but the 1990s coffee maker was actually found in a lower cabinet. No directions on how to use the TVs and no standard cable option. recommendations to the owner - paint the interior a light color. Improve the lighting, remodel the kitchen with new appliances, counter tops and cabinets. Improve the flooring throughout. Improve the yard area, fencing off the back half of the yard that is primarily dead grass and dirt. Upgrade your furniture and fixtures and you will be able to charge significantly more and stay full more often. Make sure toilets function perfectly. don't ever ask a guest to assemble an umbrella you just bought for the outdoor area. Trim and upgrade the landscape. Overall, take advantage of the location and upgrade the property. It will be worth it. Until then, I would not recommend anyone stay there....

10/10 Excellent

Deidre S.

23 Dec 2024

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

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

About the host

Hosted by Rosanna Rocker

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests

Tell us how we can improve our siteShare feedback

A California Dream Escape

Photo gallery for A California Dream Escape

Reviews

Popular amenities

Explore the area

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

Living Room 1

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

About this property