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Salt Creek Beach

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Dana Point Harbor

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Golf at Monarch Beach

Golf at Monarch Beach

  • Bedrooms1
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  • 1 Bathroom
 

Photos and Description of the Monarch Beach vacation condo rental
Condo, 1 Bedroom + Other (See Description), 1 Bath, (Sleeps 2-4)

Monarch Beach is a small, wealthy gated community in Orange County, California located within Dana Point. Its distinction is the St. Regis and the Ritz Carlton-Laguna Niguel (actually located within Dana Point) which are beachside resorts located within the town of Monarch Beach. Monarch Beach is close to the city-boundary between Dana Point and Laguna Niguel, which are both included in Orange County's 'Beach Cities' area. It consists of some residences, but is also a tourist attraction for rich and, occasionally, famous travelers. The name 'Monarch Beach' is often referenced as the name of the city, in place of Dana Point, to make the area sound more appealing to such travelers. This intentional misnomer is the source of many complaints among most other Dana Point locals.

Monarch Beach, Dana Point,Monarch Beach is named after its most prominent geological feature 'Monarch Bay' aptly named as its rolling hills of Sagebrush and Manzanita were once a breeding ground for the Monarch Butterfly.

Like the rest of Dana Point, Monarch Beach gated community residents enjoy close proximity to the beach, a relatively low-crime rate, top-rated competitive public schools, and a relaxed, comfortable and athletic atmosphere that proliferates within the entire Dana Point community.

The Links — an 18-hole golf course designed by Robert Trent Jones, Jr. — is considered to be one of the best golf courses in Southern California. In addition, the St. Regis Monarch Beach Resort & Golf Course offers visitors some of the best amenities in the area.

Laguna Beach and Monarch Beach have a warm Mediterranean climate with abundant sunshine all year. Daytime temperature averages range from 67°F in January to 79°F in July. Mean annual precipitation is relatively low - 13.56 inches. Water temperatures are some of the warmest on the southern California coast and range from about 60°F in February to 72°F in August; however in early to mid September water temperatures often range from 73°F-75°F

Keywords: Exquisitely designed beach condo in 24 hour gated community of Ritz Pointe. The unit is completely remodeled with bamboo floors, marble fireplace, custom lighting throughout. The kitchen is a fully equipped chef’s dream with granite counters, stainless appliances, instant hot, and custom cabinets. The bedroom features a queen size bed and premium linens, electric air mattress with linens available for extra accomodations .The unit includes 2 flat screen T.V.s with DVD players as well as secure wifi and cable. The patio invites you to dine al fresco with a table and chairs and gas grill. A small laundry room in the unit houses a full washer and dryer, as well as beach towels and chairs for your use. Convenient and easy access without stairs to first floor entry. A walking trail takes you to Salt Creek Beach or to the St. Regis resort for golf, spa or fabulous dining. Dining and shopping close, Trader Joe’s, Starbuck's, Gelson's Supermarket, and Salt Creek Grille, to name a few.

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About The Owner

We are a local family with grown children living in south Orange County for 25 years. We enjoy boating, fishing, the beach, golf, tennis and various cultural activities.

The Owner purchased this condo in 2005
Why The Owner chose Monarch Beach

We intend to live at the condo at least 6 months each year after retirement. The location is perfect with close access to boating, fishing, the beach, golf, tennis and various cultural activities. Within less than 2 miles is the Ritz Carlton resort and Salt Creek Beach; and adjacent to Ritz Pointe is the St. Regis golf and spa resort.

What makes this condo unique

Short walk to the Salt Creek Beach along private walkway through the St. Regis Resort. Dana Point Harbor is less than a 10 minute drive; offering numerous activities including the express boat to Catalina Island, kayaking, jet skiing, fishing, boating and great restaurants. Laguna Beach - Main Beach is a 15 minute drive with great restaurants, art galleries and live theater, and during the summer world famous festivals such as the Pageant of the Masters is held. This event shows recreations of artwork with people posing in a set that looks like the original art. Also held during the summer are festivals such as the Sawdust Art Festival, Festival of Arts, and Art-A-FairThe city is also known for its hotels, unique shops, restaurants, art galleries and is known for having some of the most beautiful beaches in southern California.

18 Reviews of Property 340385 on Monarch Beach, California

Luxurious Monarch Beach Resort Location with Pool and Spa
average rating of 5.0 based on 18 reviews
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Luxurious Monarch Beach Resort Location with Pool and Spa
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p340385vb
949-412-0993
Ritz Pointe Monarch Beach
Davenport, Iowa/ United States
5

Exactly what we were hoping for!

5 of 5
Submitted: March 29, 2013 Stayed: February 2013
Renting this condo was our first experience with Vacation Rental By Owner. Working with Martha was a dream. She answered all our questions before we chose to rent, got back with us as we had additional questions and she sent us all instructions (well outlined) for easy access to the condo and the amenities within the condo and the complex.
The condo is located in a lovely, gated community. All the listing descriptions are accurate and the pictures included of the condo are exact. The condo is well maintained, very clean and beautifully decorated.
My husband and I love walking so the walking path (app. 1/2 mile) from the condo to the beach was something we enjoyed every day of our stay. The walk includes a picturesque walk through the St. Regis golf course and then a spectacular view of the ocean. We also enjoyed walking down to the beach in the evenings to catch the spectacular sunsets. Don't forget to check out the tide pools nestled within the large rocks along the beach. Young and old will be fascinated!
We found Dana Point to be an easy community to drive in and the condo is located near grocery stores, drug stores, restaurants and the beach.
The restaurants we enjoyed in Dana Piont were RJ's for breakfast and lunch. We recommend Turks down along the harbor for the best clam chowder--ever.
Dana Point is close to and is an easy drive to San Juan Capistrano. We enjoy history and recommend the tour of the mission along with a self guided tour of the many historical buildings in the same area as the mision. The mexican food was delicious at El Dobe.
We also enjoyed a day in San Clemente which is also very close to Dana Point. In San Clemente we enjoyed the pier with a lovely lunch on the pier at Fisherman's Restaurant and then enjoyed shopping in the historical district.
Our vacation in Dana Point at this lovely condo is one that we will remember for years to come. We would easily recommend this location to friends and relatives who would like to enjoy the beach and all of Orange County, California.
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Adventure Seekers, Girls Getaway, Tourists without a Car, Sightseeing, Families with Teenagers, Romantic Getaway
Helpful votes: 1/1
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Luxurious Monarch Beach Resort Location with Pool and Spa
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p340385vb
949-412-0993
Ritz Pointe Monarch Beach
Michigan
5

Great place to stay!

5 of 5
Submitted: March 19, 2013 Stayed: February 2013
This condo is in a quiet, gated community and was exactly as pictured on the VRBO sight. It was very comfortable and had more than enough room for the three of us. Everything was spotless when we arrived. It had everything we needed for cooking - nice appliances, dishes, pots and pans, etc. My husband and came to Dana Point to visit our son who is stationed at Camp Pendleton. It was so handy having the grill on the patio just outside the living room. Our son was able to visit us and enjoy some of his dad's grilled dinners. He also stayed with us on the weekend and used the electric airbed. There were plenty of towels and lots of bedding for our week stay.

This rental is close to lots of attractions. We drove up the coast and toured the Hearst Castle and enjoyed the elephant seals near San Simeon. The scenery was breathtaking north of L.A. We also enjoyed a whale watching tour (Dana Wharf) and went to the Scripps Aquarium (impressive). There are lots of nice beaches in the area and we also drove south to La Jolla and stopped in several towns north and south of Dana Point.

The pool and hot tub are just around the corner from this condo and we did use them a few times in between our sightseeing. We were the only ones using them. It was really nice having a washer and drier to use also.

Martha was very nice to work with. She was so friendly and also very prompt in answering my questions. I would recommend this condo; it was so much nicer than being cramped in a motel room.
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Girls Getaway, Sightseeing, Families with Teenagers, Romantic Getaway
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Luxurious Monarch Beach Resort Location with Pool and Spa
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p340385vb
949-412-0993
Ritz Pointe Monarch Beach
California
5

Great Stay...

5 of 5
Submitted: February 4, 2013 Stayed: November 2012
I would like to start by saying Martha ( the owner ) is one of the kindest and most generous people I have met in my 10 years of stay in CA!
The unit is beautiful and clean. No smell which was very important for my mother who is a cancer survivor.
The location is Great!!! It is very safe and I would certainly rent it for my family again...
I am a very picky person when it comes to staying elsewhere but it certainly exceeded my expectations.
Thank you Martha and good luck to you.
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Adventure Seekers, Sightseeing, Families with Teenagers, Romantic Getaway
business
Luxurious Monarch Beach Resort Location with Pool and Spa
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p340385vb
949-412-0993
Ritz Pointe Monarch Beach
Gilbert, AZ
5

Home Away from Home!

5 of 5
Submitted: September 25, 2012 Stayed: August 2012
This condo is a quick drive or scenic walk from the beach. It's in a quiet spot within the complex and feels very private. All of the furnishings are of high quality and very comfortable! It's beautifully decorated and impeccably clean. My husband and I will likely stay here again next year and have already recommended the unit to relatives.
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Girls Getaway, Romantic Getaway
Helpful votes: 1/1
business
Luxurious Monarch Beach Resort Location with Pool and Spa
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p340385vb
949-412-0993
Ritz Pointe Monarch Beach
South Brunswick, NJ
5

Loved O.C.

5 of 5
Submitted: September 1, 2012 Stayed: July 2012
My husband, daugher and I rented the condo for the 4th of July week. It was our 1st trip to California and it will not be our last. The condo was well equipped, and clean! The bedroom and walk in closet are large, there was enough room for all 3 wardrobes to be hung, they even provided a shoe tree and hamper. As there is only one bedroom, our daugher slept on an air mattress (provided by the owners) so it worked perfectly for the 3 of us. The condo description and photographs accuratley reflect the property's appearance & amenities. The location was fabulous! We planned trips every day (San Diego, Camp Pendelton, Anaheim, Los Angeles) and the condo was easy to get to fom both I-5 and the Pacific Coast highway. We loved the beach that was 5 minutes away!! Shopping & grocery stores (Ralphs/Trader Joes) were very convenient to get to ~ a 5-7 minute drive. We did not get to use the pool, but it looked clean and very relaxing. We did use the condo beach chairs and beach towels, as we visited many of OC's fabulous beaches. We enjoyed cooking on the grill and had a great time eating on the patio. My son visited from Camp Pendelton and it was nice being able to cook for him and eat together as a family. I would absolutely recommend this property to others!!
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Adventure Seekers, Sightseeing, Families with Young Children
Helpful votes: 1/1
business
Luxurious Monarch Beach Resort Location with Pool and Spa
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p340385vb
949-412-0993
Ritz Pointe Monarch Beach
Tustin, CA
5

Felt just like home

5 of 5
Submitted: July 16, 2012 Stayed: May 2012
I needed a long term rental while my home was being worked on and I absolutely loved my stay in this cozy condo! It was very nicely furnished, very clean and very comfortable. It had everything that I needed right down to the beach towels in the laundry room! The property grounds are lovely and the pool was heated! The owner was extremely accommodating and promptly returned my deposit. I would definitely stay here again. Thanks for everything Martha!
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Girls Getaway, Sightseeing, Families with Teenagers, Romantic Getaway
Helpful votes: 1/1
business
Luxurious Monarch Beach Resort Location with Pool and Spa
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p340385vb
949-412-0993
Ritz Pointe Monarch Beach
Boise
5

Simply the BEST

5 of 5
Submitted: July 15, 2012 Stayed: July 2012
Everything about this lovely beach condo made our family vacation to Orange County wonderful! The location can't be beat with walking distance to two 5-star hotels, not to mention the prettiest beach in southern CA (Salt Creek). The condo itself has EVERYTHING you could possibly need--beach chairs, umbrella, a secluded patio, comfortable modern/beachy style, two TV's, tons of storage, etc. The kitchen is the icing on the cake; there is every appliance needed, even a blender for margaritas. With a Trader Joe's nearby, it is a cook's dream.
There is no need to search for hotels when traveling to OC--this luxurious condo simply can't be beat!
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Adventure Seekers, Sightseeing, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children, Romantic Getaway
Helpful votes: 1/1
business
Luxurious Monarch Beach Resort Location with Pool and Spa
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p340385vb
949-412-0993
Ritz Pointe Monarch Beach
Toronto, Canada
5

Monarch Beach Condo

5 of 5
Submitted: April 6, 2012 Stayed: January 2012
We have just spent three months in this lovely condo, and we loved it! The property was Clean, well appointed and in the middle of a wonderful upscale neighbourhood. There are so many places to walk to and enjoy the fresh air, the ocean, and nature. We also liked the proximity of many marvelous restaurants and short driving distances to the Malls and boutiques. The owner was a pleasure to work with, and we are looking forward to coming back again!


Carmen and John


Toronto, Canada, April 6, 2012
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Girls Getaway, Sightseeing, Families with Young Children, Romantic Getaway
Helpful votes: 1/1
business
Luxurious Monarch Beach Resort Location with Pool and Spa
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p340385vb
949-412-0993
Ritz Pointe Monarch Beach
Hillsboro, OR
5

Clean and Comfortable

5 of 5
Submitted: September 20, 2011 Stayed: September 2011
My husband and I are traveling grandparents. We prefer to stay in condos rather than hotels. We are sometimes dismayed upon check-in. Not so in this case. We spent two weeks in this clean and comfortable condo. Kitchen was well equipped. Nicely decorated in upscale and conveniently located neighborhood. The owners were easy to work with.
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Sightseeing
business
Luxurious Monarch Beach Resort Location with Pool and Spa
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p340385vb
949-412-0993
Ritz Pointe Monarch Beach
Phoenix AZ
5

Central location for my OC vacation

5 of 5
Submitted: September 14, 2011 Stayed: August 2011
This property is located in the up-scale gated community of Ritz Point that is over-looking the St. Regis. A first floor condo property that has been tastefully renovated & neatly maintained in a trend-on interior featuring bamboo flooring, black granite counter tops & maple cabinetry. Kitchen was well stocked with a dining area and a patio eating area with a barbecue. A roomy one bedroom/one smaller bath. Walking access via the St. Regis and lovely, expansive city park to Monarch Bay Beach & adjacent Ritz Carlton.
Owners were helpful & responsive. Shopping center @ Niguel Rd & PCH w. Starbuck's, Gelson's Supermarket, and Salt Creek Grille. Close proximity to the artsy, quaint Laguna Beach to the north and the Dana Point Marina to the south, easily accessible to the PCH. A good vacation dollar value in location and in quality of property.
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Girls Getaway, Sightseeing