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Laguna's Hidden Gem Penthouse 2 BEDROOMS, DEN, Oceanview. QUALITY Beds. 4 guest

Escape to an entertainer’s dream with panoramic ocean views and luxurious amenities at your fingertips.

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Beach nearby, sun loungers, beach towels
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Point of interest
Beach nearby, sun loungers, beach towels
Terrace/patio

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6130 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

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

Laguna's Hidden Gem Penthouse 2 BEDROOMS, DEN, Oceanview. QUALITY Beds. 4 guest

License:151682
AUP: 16-2185

Laguna’s “Hidden Gem”. This art-filled, designer Penthouse is owned by a renowned artist, and author Paul Ecke. He lived in this historic unique property for many years. The property exemplifies luxurious contemporary living with warm old-world charm. The ultimate in indoor-outdoor living, it has 2 bedrooms plus den, 2 bathrooms, and a beautifully landscaped and furnished private meditation garden patio and rooftop ocean view sunset deck.
Enjoy sweeping ocean views from this prime Pacific Coast Highway location, just two blocks from the crashing surf of Victoria Beach and one block from The Montage, Laguna's renowned resort and spa.

Top-of-the-line kitchen appliances, refrigerator with automatic ice maker, a Keurig, granite counter tops, black lacquer cabinets, make this home an entertainer's dream. It's garden patio with barbecue and peaceful waterfall provides the perfect setting for either a cocktail party or a quiet evening at home dining alfresco. The patio staircase leads to a rooftop deck with a table, four chairs and a lit umbrella. The sunset deck has panoramic views of spectacular ocean vistas or Catalina sunsets. All amenities await you, from free panoramic wi-fi, fine bed linens, blackout draperies and a welcoming bottle of wine. You will be also be greeted with fresh flowers on your arrival.

Truly an ideal location, this luxurious retreat is a hidden gem. Its perched atop Laguna's fine gift boutique, The Black Iris. It is just 2 doors from Laguna's Zagat rated two restaurants, Dizz's which is truly a step back in time. The Drake fine dining, live jazz club.
Walk one block to Laguna's newly renovated shopping center which is home to our largest upscale grocery store, Gelsons, CVS Pharmacy, 3 restaurants, yoga center, hair salon and veterinary clinic (yes, we're small dog friendly.*) in addition, some of Laguna's finest hiking trails are only 1/2 mile away.

So whether you wish to stroll to the Montage for a day of spa services or golf, hike Laguna's vista trails, enjoy Laguna's world-famous summertime Pageant of the Masters, or spend a glorious day on Laguna's world-class beaches this lovely hideaway is your home away from home. A free trolley makes access to all of Laguna' attractions easy! A private parking space comes with your rental, and day trips to Disneyland, Sea world, Legoland and Knotts Berry Farm are all less than 60 minutes away.
We are also within close proximity of Surf and Sand Hotel, Monarch Beach Waldorf Resort Spa and Golf, and Ritz Carlton Hotel. Boating and water sports available in nearby Dana Point Harbor or Newport Beach.

Come discover the luxury of Laguna's hidden gem!
*well behaved, fully trained dogs under 20 lbs. will be considered.

Property manager

Paul Ecke

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach
  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Paper towels
  • Blender
  • Ice maker

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap
  • Shampoo

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Stereo
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Blackout drapes/curtains

Location highlights

  • On the waterfront
  • Next to a golf course
  • In the city center
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Golf privileges
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Basketball nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Whale watching nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1400 sq ft (130 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 1:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM

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 allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: small, well-behaved dogs will be considered

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
Long-term renters welcome
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
Property Registration Number 2016-2185, 075214

Property is also known as

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About the neighborhood

Map
Laguna Beach, CA

What's nearby

  • Victoria Beach - 5 min walk
  • Treasure Island Beach - 14 min walk
  • Aliso Beach Park - 19 min walk
  • Thousand Steps Beach - 3 min drive
  • Main Beach Park - 4 min drive

Getting around

  • San Juan Capistrano Depot - 23 min drive
  • John Wayne Airport (SNA) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ruby's Diner - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The Drake - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Active Culture Yogurt And Health Bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪La Sirena Grill - South Laguna - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Laguna's Hidden Gem Penthouse 2 BEDROOMS, DEN, Oceanview. QUALITY Beds. 4 guest pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Laguna's Hidden Gem Penthouse 2 BEDROOMS, DEN, Oceanview. QUALITY Beds. 4 guest?

Check-in begins at 1:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Laguna's Hidden Gem Penthouse 2 BEDROOMS, DEN, Oceanview. QUALITY Beds. 4 guest?

Check-out is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Laguna's Hidden Gem Penthouse 2 BEDROOMS, DEN, Oceanview. QUALITY Beds. 4 guest located?

Located in South Laguna, this golf vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Victoria Beach and Woods Cove. Treasure Island Beach and Aliso Beach Park are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Laguna's Hidden Gem Penthouse 2 BEDROOMS, DEN, Oceanview. QUALITY Beds. 4 guest Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 107 out of 117 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 117 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 117 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 117 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 117 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

John C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Laguna worth
Except for early morning construction behind us and late night loud traffic our stay was very enjoyable.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brock M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute little hideaway in a great location.
Very friendly staff too.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shaun S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a wonderful time at Lagunas Hidden gem. We especially enjoyed the beautiful zen garden and watc
Would def stay there again!!! Great value and lots of room !!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angela T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and very pretty place
We enjoyed staying here very much. The patio is gorgeous! Walking distance to the beach and easy access to shop and restaurants.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Patricia W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A little Oasis
This furnished-with-love penthouse has access to a wonderful hidden terrace, giving you the feeling of having arrived in an oasis! The host is wonderful- very helpful and welcoming. Walking distance from the beach and even downtown Laguna!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ronald O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wedding trip
We were traveling for a wedding at the Montague. This is an excellent alternative to a hotel stay. Very close to this resort. Would stay here again. Would not consider otherwise.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Doug C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful
We had a great stay. Everything was perfect. We will be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Molly E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful!!
We loved staying here. The apartment is beautiful and interesting, AND immaculate. The patio is so lovely and the rooftop terrace is a special treat. The space accommodated our family —four adults and a 19 month old—quite well. The host was so personable and helpful, both before our travels and while we were there! An absolutely delightful stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rory O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Spot and Amazing Vacation
Spot is perfect, place is stocked with everything you need, location is amazing, host is awesome and easy to reach. My family with 4 kids stayed and we all had an amazing time! Would 100 percent stay here again!!!!!! <3
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful!
This place was beautiful penthouse. Backyard was a cute little amazing quaint getaway and the roof top balcony has an amazing view!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joshua B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gem is right!
Stayed here 5 nights with my 80-yr-old parents and we honestly couldn’t have enjoyed it more. What a well-appointed and beautiful spot! Everyone involved was wonderfully attentive and friendly. Really can’t say enough - what a gem!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

DeeAnn & Ernie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A gem!
This was a second visit to this hidden gem! It’s a lovely space with a charming courtyard! The location is fantastic … walking distance to some of the best beaches, stores, & shops! The owners are so friendly and welcoming! It’s truly a gem!❤️
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Annie D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing property next to the water
This apartment worked perfectly for our trip to Laguna! It’s a perfect size for two couples and we easily fit a pack and play for our son in our room. The kitchen is a great size and it has a gorgeous back patio and roof deck that has views of the ocean! It’s a quick drive to the main downtown of Laguna!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Valerie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay
My husband and I stayed at the hidden gem for a few days and just loved it. It's in a great location in Laguna. Central to everything. Very cool art and decor. Comfortable beds. Lovely outdoor patio and rooftop deck. Just bring your wine and snacks and go enjoy this lovely place.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

wendy g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic vacation rental in a fantastic location
We had a wonderful stay at Bill and Paul’s place. Perfect location and perfect space. The apartment had every amenity imaginable and the outdoor space was breathtaking. Fully stocked kitchen and outdoor grill made cooking delightful. Easy ride to pearsons port for fish was a real plus. Thanks Bill and Paul. Your home made our stay perfect!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Abbas E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family visit
We enjoyed our stay. We had to use ear plugs to reduce the road noise while we were asleep. Otherwise everything worked well.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Diane T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous
Great location and lively property. The bedding was amazing. I live in the back country where there is no traffic, therefore extremely quiet. This location was close in proximity to so much but unfortunately the bedrooms are located on the street side so if your not used to quiet (like my brother) but you may want earplugs if your anything like me…again the bedding was worth it! Great place, would highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location
Exactly what was needed for family of 5 on a 4 day getaway. Great location(10 min walk to one of the most beautiful beaches, treasure island and 5 min walk to the beach across the street). Able to wake up every morning and enjoy coffee and the ocean. Stocked with more then enough linen and toiletries. Prompt and attentive hosts. Never had a problem. Parking spot is tight(good for sedan) and steep flight of stairs up to the penthouse (not a big issue). Everything was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

charlie g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Laguna Gem is awesome
Pictures don't do justice. This is real Laguna. Artwork, decor, and attention to detail is impeccable. Please add a Brita water container is the one thing to add. Recommended to all my local friends.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

John S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Value
Given the pricing, this property is a great value for this location. Since the property is directly on South Coast Hwy, there can be traffic noise. The rooftop deck & sitting area is awesome and could be even better if the wifi worked up there!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Windy L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Romantic Getaway
Ideal rental for a romantic getaway. The location, the views, the outdoor spaces, the beautiful interior finishes and art, the availability of towels and beach stuff, the extra pillows...the list goes on. We were so comfortable in this long weekend rental. The beds and bedding are comfortable. I can't think of anything to improve. This is the perfect place to stay in Laguna. The owner was very kind and helpful to us. Above and beyond with the accommodations extended to us.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shelly S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ohana Festival Fun Weekend
Lovely property. We shared with two couples, we had plenty of space, except the bathroom was very small. We loved the outside courtyard in the home, which is where we spent most of our time. The location is near restaurants and beach - the trolley is a great way to get around. Street noise is obnoxious, but the outside property makes you forget about it. Manager was very friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sydni M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A diamond in the rough
We truly enjoyed our stay from the moment we arrived to the moment we didn’t want to leave. It’s a beautiful and very private place to stay and so close to one very phenomenal restaurant. The Drake. Wow and yum! Bill was an absolute pleasure to work with and being greeted by Allie was wonderful as well. Everyone in the Black Iris was soooooo very kind. I would recommend this beautiful rental to anyone who’s considering it. I have a few highlights while on our 3 night getaway, however, the best one was getting engaged. 💍♥️🥂 We will return again……and again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Nooshin K., North Carolina

Tasteful, Neat, Fully-equipped, and Lovely Hidden Gem!
We stayed at Laguna's Hidden Gem with a couple friends getting together from all over the states for our wedding ceremony in Laguna Beach. We absolutely loved everything about it, from Paul and Bill's welcoming attitude, to all the amenities and details in the home, and its vicinity. We had every comfort we could have needed. The backyard is such an oasis. The rooftop deck is the perfect place to have breakfast, do yoga, or watch the sunset on the ocean! I would also like to add how the creative and swift ladies at Black Iris (the florist's right downstairs) were a great help with my last-minute floral arrangements! If you stayed there, pay a visit to Black Iris as well! Thanks for everything! We will be back!

8/10 Good

Julie W., Austin, TX

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay But Not A True 3rd Bedroom
This is a great property -- excellent location, beautiful patio area, well stocked kitchen, parking, communicative hosts. The only disappointment was the pullout couch in the den space, which the listing states as "new, high quality." This bed was so uncomfortable to each of the teen boys I was traveling with (one 5'0", 100 lbs; the other 5'5", 130) that they opted to share the king size bed instead of each having his own bedroom. The den space is also right off the kitchen with a curtain divider, not a door. For our little group of 3, this didn't matter at all; we still had a great stay and would return. But a group of six adults might feel differently. I suggest the owners invest in a newer, more comfortable pullout or adjust the listing so this is more clear this space is suitable to smaller kids but not adults.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023