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Stunning Condo with Golf Cart! Only 24 steps!
Relax and unwind at this beautiful Hamilton Cove condo close to beach. Enjoy a full bedroom and bath, kitchen, and dedicated inside laundry. Roam around Avalon in our included golf cart. Cook meals in the full-size kitchen and dine outdoors on a spacious balcony. Our condo is in popular building 9 which is close to the pool, spa, gym, 18-hole mini-golf, tennis and badminton in a 24/7 guarded community! The 4-person max is strictly enforced due to island rules. Infant <12 months is okay as 5th.

Hamilton Cove Panoramic Ocean View Condo #2/32
Enjoy Catalina Island in this quaint one bedroom, one bathroom condo in the private community of Hamilton Cove with beautiful panoramic views of Catalina Bay. This condo is one of units that is closest to all amenities. The luxurious amenities include a private gated entrance, private beach, pool, tennis courts, fitness center, small golfing area, playground, volleyball and basketball court. Condo comes with a 2025 four seater Yamaha gas golf cart to use at your pleasure to explore the island

Oceanfront Penthouse suite w/panoramic views
This one of a kind spectacular ocean front penthouse features upscale style with classic Catalina charm and high-end amenities for an unparalleled stay in Avalon. Situated in prestigious Hamilton Cove resort this fabulous ocean front villa boasts of 2 terraces ideal for listening to the crashing waves and soaking up the sun. Explore Avalon, go snorkeling on the private beach right out in front, enjoy the heated pool and spa overlooking the ocean or head to the very popular Descanso beach club.

In Town • Walk to Beach “The Catalina Life”
the CATALINA LIFE Vacation Rental is affectionately described as the cute house on Clemente with the blue shutters. It’s a spacious family friendly townhome located “on the flats” & sits among Avalon’s cottages. Great location to enjoy the luxury and pleasure of a flat, beautiful and short walk to Avalon’s beaches & attractions. Enjoy your front courtyard with a morning cup of coffee, people watch, visit with passersby or sneak away to your private backyard patio. Then, step into …

Hamilton Cove “Island Escape”
Kick back, relax and enjoy the ocean view at this Hamilton Cove villa, featuring 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, complete with modern amenities, fully equipped kitchen and accommodations for 4 guests. Spacious master bedroom features a King bed, large master bath with his and her sinks, detached shower and large soaking tub. Second bedroom has a Queen bed and detached bathroom with second shower. Large living space and dining area, 70" flatscreen, Bose Bluetooth, wrap-around patio with gas grill.

House on the Hill
"26 miles across the sea..." lies a picture perfect getaway on beautiful Catalina Island. Built in 1920, this house has been in the family for literally a century. With 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and a spacious living area, this home is the ideal place to gather with friends and family. The true gem of this idyllic beach cottage however, can be found outside. With a picture perfect porch for sipping your morning cup of coffee, and an expansive backyard that begs to host your next BBQ.

Catalina 2 BR 2.5 Bath Condo w/Golf Cart Option
This two story condo features 2 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, a large living room and a fully functional kitchen. Located at Bahia Vista, this condo is on the ground floor and right by the entrance of the complex, making it a short walk away from the shops and restaurants of Avalon. Large HD TV in living room and master bedroom, WiFi and cable. Jacuzzi heated weekends year round. Pool AND jacuzzi are heated the week of Easter, Christmas, Thanksgiving, and Memorial Day through Labor Day

Cast-A-Way Cottage
A Short 2 blocks up from the ocean, Hotel type room with private bathroom and entrance. Very cute and clean. Refrig, micro, a/c, wifi...Located in a very upscale neighborhood, safe and quite. Very comfortable beds, newly remodeled. Has a connecting separate room (for a fee) with its own bathroom that would hold an additional 3 people. PLEASE ASK FOR MORE INFO AND COST IF NEEDED! No key required, a code will be given. The first block is up a hill, the second is flat.

61 Avalon Terrace -Summer Breeze - Renovated
This newly renovated ( 3/2023) 2 story, 2 bed, 2 bath condo is perfect for a relaxing getaway. Walking distance to downtown. This Sol Vista townhome is freshly painted with all new furnishings and can sleep up to 6. The master features a king size bed, the second bedroom features 2 full sized beds that share one Jack and Jill bathroom. On the lower floor is the living area, with a full kitchen and an additional bath. The living room has a queen sofa pull out.

Honeymoon Cove Catalina Ocean view with golf cart
Fully remodeled one bedroom with king bed. Spectacular ocean view. A fully equipped kitchen with brand new appliances, keurig with coffee included. Queen sized sofa bed in the living room ,fireplace and wall heaters. The balcony has a BBQ. 4 seater golf cart. Amenities: Gym, heated swimming pool, spa,18 hole putting course, tennis courts, croquet court, sand volleyball and beach with built in barbecues and picnic tables. Occupants subject to HOA rules!

Gorgeous Catalina Villa in Hamilton Cove
My two-bedroom, two-bathroom villa in Catalina sleeps 6 with a full kitchen and an incredible ocean view. I’ve nicknamed my place “Sense of Porpoise.” Dolphins, whales and other sea life are often spotted from my oceanfront patio. The villa is in a gated community called Hamilton Cove, which includes a swimming pool, hot tub, rec room, tennis courts and a nine-hole put course. A six-person golf cart is included.

Hamilton Cove Unit 4-13
2 bed, 2 bath CONDO with PACIFIC OCEAN VIEW on Catalina Island, just 23 miles from Sunny Los Angeles. HAMILTON COVE is a great idea for a mini-getaway to soak up SUN and WATER. No Handicap Access. A 12% excise tax of subtotal will be collected separately. Catalina Island is now in 3rd Level Water Conservation; we ask for our guests to please be mindful of their water use.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Santa Catalina Island located?
Santa Catalina Island sits off the southern California coast, near Los Angeles. It is known for its harbors, scenic hills, and proximity to Pacific marine life.
When is the best time to visit Santa Catalina Island?
Warmer months are often recommended for outdoor activities, with July and August reaching around 77°F to 79°F (25°C to 26°C), and little rainfall. Spring and fall frequently suggest lighter crowds and mild temperatures.
What are some things to do near Santa Catalina Island?
Santa Catalina Island has options to explore local trails, relax on pebble beaches, or visit the Botanic Garden. People also enjoy exploring harbors, snorkeling, and discovering historical sites around Avalon.
How is the weather near Santa Catalina Island?
Santa Catalina Island has mild winters around 49°F to 62°F (10°C to 17°C) with occasional rain, while summers tend to be warmer and dry with highs from 70°F to 79°F (21°C to 26°C). Packing a light jacket is often suggested from fall to spring.
All about Santa Catalina Island
Santa Catalina Island (just Catalina to those in the know), a 76-square-mile piece of land located 22 miles off the Southern California coast, has had a few lives. Humans have lived here for some 8,000 years. A chewing gum magnate bought the island in 1919 and turned it into a swinging hotspot for Hollywood elite who frolicked on the sunny beaches and spent their nights in a swanky Art Deco ballroom and theater. Today, the port town of Avalon oozes retro charm and boasts streets lined with candy-colored bungalows and locals tooling around in golf carts. The Catalina Island Conservancy, a private land trust, oversees 88 percent of the island, and maintains 62 miles of undeveloped beaches. You can start your day with a hike on the more than 165 miles of trails, and be on the sand with a drink in your hand by sunset.
What are the top things to do in Santa Catalina Island?
Catalina Casino
Opened in 1929, the stunning Catalina Casino is an Art Deco landmark that, despite its name, has never featured gambling (casino is Italian for “gathering place”). This destination houses a massive ballroom and an ornate movie theater, replete with black walnut paneling, a 50-foot domed ceiling, and pipe organ. Nine colorful murals designed by a famous artist who also decorated Grauman’s Chinese Theatre in Los Angeles, appoint the lobby. Its owner, the Catalina Island Company, conducts daily tours of the building.
Wrigley Memorial & Botanical Gardens
Located about 30 minutes’ walk from Avalon town center, this pretty garden pays homage to the chewing gum magnate who helped shape modern Catalina, alongside California flora. The memorial, which includes a reflecting pool and terraces topped with a grand 80-foot tower, is crafted from rock and blue flagstone sourced from the island. (Wrigley’s body once resided in the monument, but it was moved to the mainland in 1947. ) The nearly 40-acre garden showcases exotic succulents and desert plants, including some that only grow on Catalina.
Garden to Sky Loop
This moderate four-mile hike begins in the Wrigley Memorial & Botanical Gardens, carries you uphill to sweeping ocean views and then downhill through a verdant canyon before returning you to your starting point. You’ll travel portions of the Trans-Catalina Trail, a 38.5-mile journey that takes most hikers three to four days to complete.
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