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Experience 31: Bliss on the Bay, Dana Point/Monarch Beach & Laguna Beach

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Beach nearby
Interior
Terrace/patio
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Golf

Reviews

8.8 out of 10

Excellent

Entire condo

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Hot tub
    Hot tub
  • Gym
    Gym
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill

About this property

Entire place

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

Experience 31: Bliss on the Bay, Dana Point/Monarch Beach & Laguna Beach

Unwind at this coastal beachside condo in the enclave of Monarch Hills and Salt Creek Beach, a spot with curling waves and airy white sand. Just a few minutes away from the pristine sand stretching at your feet, Experience 31: Bliss on the Bay, is vacation-ready and is located in Dana Point and near Laguna Beach/Newport Beach which all offer the best dining, shopping, and beaches Southern California has to offer.

3D Tour and Video of Experience 31: Bliss on the Bay
www.blissatthebay.com

Experience 31: Bliss on the Bay spreads out across 2 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. This ground-floor home features a roomy living area with a smart TV, nap-worthy sofa, and oceanic wall murals to fully immerse you in your coastal experience. Bedroom 1 includes a King-size bed and bedroom 2 includes two twin XL beds for everyone to relax together in the A/C after a fun day at the beach, with extra linens, blankets, towels, and pillows. The kitchen is fully equipped and stocked with all the essentials and appliances you will find at home (coffee machine, pots/pans, cooking materials, etc.), in addition to a free in-unit washer and dryer. Enjoy community amenities like heated pools, a shared ocean-view heated jacuzzi, and a gym. A clean, cozy, blissful home just for you!

Time for adventures beyond the home? From the Dana Point Harbor, Salt Creek Beach, Doheny State Beach, Baby Beach, Laguna Beach, and Newport Beach, to golfing, whale-watching, a sunset and wine cruise, surfing, fishing, paddle boarding, nature trails, eating delicious food, and nights in the town, there is something for everyone in your group to enjoy. The home is also conveniently located next to the St. Regis and the Ritz Carlton Hotel. Want to explore more of Southern California? Disneyland, SeaWorld, Hollywood, Universal Studios, The San Diego Zoo, and Legoland are all a convenient drive away. Name your favorite activity, and you'll likely find it here.

We are dedicated to providing you with one of the best above-and-beyond services in Southern California. We hope you love your stay at Experience 31: Bliss on the Bay.

Permit Number: STR23-0017

Property manager

Sundown Waters

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor Pool
  • Heated pool
  • Shared/communal pool
  • Fence around the pool
  • A hot tub

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster
  • Blender
  • Kitchen island

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels provided
  • Soap
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near a laundromat

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • Near the sea
  • Next to a golf course
  • In the city centre
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near outlet shopping
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Fitness centre
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Basketball nearby
  • Water tubing nearby

Safety features

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

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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

About the area

Map
Dana Point, CA

What's nearby

  • Salt Creek Beach Park - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Salt Creek Beach - 5 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Dana Point Harbor - 6 min drive - 5.4 km
  • The Coach House - 7 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Doheny State Beach - 13 min drive - 6.2 km

Getting around

  • San Juan Capistrano Depot - 11 min drive
  • Orange County, CA (SNA-John Wayne) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Young's Beach Shack - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Bottega Angelina - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Project Social - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Experience 31: Bliss on the Bay, Dana Point/Monarch Beach & Laguna Beach have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Experience 31: Bliss on the Bay, Dana Point/Monarch Beach & Laguna Beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Experience 31: Bliss on the Bay, Dana Point/Monarch Beach & Laguna Beach?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Experience 31: Bliss on the Bay, Dana Point/Monarch Beach & Laguna Beach?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Experience 31: Bliss on the Bay, Dana Point/Monarch Beach & Laguna Beach located?

Located in Monarch Beach, this golf condo building is within 1 mile (2 km) of Monarch Beach Golf Links, Cinepolis Luxury Cinemas and Salt Creek Beach. Salt Creek Beach Park and Harbor Point Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Experience 31: Bliss on the Bay, Dana Point/Monarch Beach & Laguna Beach Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 20 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 20 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 20 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 20 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 20 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Danny G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice Place Great Location
Everything was great! Highly recommend. Very clean and comfortable. Easy to contact.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kallie Jo P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Bill P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Only the Essentials
We have stayed in this specific complex at Dana Point/Monarch Beach many times over the years. The VRBO's have always been very accommodating. Unfortunately, this one was not. The master bed was incredibly uncomfortable. I had to sleep on the couch the first night and for the remainder of the stay, had to remove the mattress topper and sleep on the mattress only. It was still very uncomfortable. RE: beach equipment...there were only two lawn chairs (no beach chairs), no umbrella, no cooler. After contacting owner the first day, they did bring two older chairs with broken straps. They also brought by a cooler and umbrella. Utensils were below minimalistic. There were four of us staying there and they only had eating utensils for three people, i.e., three forks, three knives, etc. The listing stated a gas BBQ. There was not one there. All the other condo's we stayed at have always had a gas grill on the porch. Finally it was very uncomfortable when we were leaving. The owners were waiting outside our door ten minutes before check out time. We were right on time to leave at 11:00am and it made us feel very pressured. It was a very disappointing stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Susan B., Where do you live?

Liked: Cleanliness
Good central location, nice enough property
Overall we were pretty happy with the unit and everything about it i.e. location, condition, cleanliness, decor...EXCEPT the king bed was made of a foam topper that was too soft and squishy and quite uncomfortable/unsupportive, especially on my partner's side. After not sleeping well the first night, we checked the other room's twin beds which were the same foam toppers but they were just slightly firmer so we slept there the rest of our visit. Not ideal. As someone who reads reviews carefully before booking, thought I'd share this important info for others who care about their sleep. Strangely, no one else had left any comments about the bed so maybe it's a new addition??
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

john r.

Poor responses from Host
On our third night of a four-night rental, we were awakened at 1:15 am by a domestic fight between the occupants of the condo unit above us. Constant loud profane yelling and screaming profanities including the F---- word to the point of our being concerned about the safety of not only the female occupant above us but also ourselves. As a result of being concerned about getting involved in a domestic dispute as well as our safety we left the rental at 5: am the next morning - One day early. After notifying the owner of the issue and the fact that we had lost one night of our stay due to the problem and another due to our concerns about our safety ( Two nights of a four-night stay) their response was we should have called 911. Anyone staying in this VRBO rental should be aware that the hosts are not concerned about their guest's VRBO experience. Your records will show my wife and I are regular clients of VRBO and have never experienced this type of treatment by a Host. At the least, your Host should refund the night we didn't use leaving us with the night we didn't sleep as another issue. Please respond to this comment with the action VRBO will be taking to protect the rights of a long time VRBO client.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

April B., Dana Point

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfection
I had to extend my stay twice and they were very accommodating. The place is very clean, nice and homey. It’s very close to the beach and to shopping.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erica R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay!
I was hesitant booking this one from some past reviews, but it seems they have certainly cleaned their place up and are back on track. It was cozy and spacious at the same time which was just what our family of 4 needed for a busy weekend of family time. Gave a 5 out of 5, because it really did provide everything that it advertised and had clear communication through the papers available for reference in the condo which I felt was non-intrusive. If I could give the condo owner tips on a more luxurious experience I would maybe recommend providing shampoo, conditioner, or soap outside of the handsoap provided and maybe adding a few tupperware items to the kitchen houseware which would be especially helpful for longer rentals.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Vincent S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Dana Point Getaway
We enjoyed our visit. The place was nice and cozy. The location was in a gated community and convenient to all that the area had to offer. The online photos showed a gas fireplace (in use). We were unable to utilize that amenity. We were disappointed to say the least. Reason: We were told by the host that it was a safety hazard. Cleanliness on a scale of one to ten. 6 1/2. The beds were comfortable and most all the amenities were as described in the VRBO listing. It checked most all the boxes. The beach vibe and decorations were spot on. Hats off to whomever decorated the place!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

4/10 Poor

jessica g., -

Disliked: Cleanliness
Disappointing and dirty
We received a message from the host at 1:30 for our 3:00 check in saying the property would not be ready until 5:30. I stated that we were driving from PHoenix and it was my son's birthday and we would at least need to drop items off. At 3:00 housecleaner was not even there yet. We returned at 5:45 and she was there and did not finish until 6:30. Not only that, but towels were not dry, dishes were in the sink and the dishwasher (dirty) and there was black hair in the bathroom. I told the host this was unacceptable and her reply was, "she was in a hurry so you could start your vacation." We were offered a $25 gift card as reimbursement. Unfortunately, I left my bathing suit and cover up in the dryer and notified the host the day we left, just a few hours after. I was told she would ask the housekeeper. Well, she said the cleaner didn't find my brand new suit or cover up, that I wore one time and was in the dryer with other items that dried more quickly and I removed. I have rented dozens and dozens of properties and never encountered such uncleanliness and unprofesionalism. WOULD NOT RECOMMEND!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

jim j.

Liked: Cleanliness
Bliss on the Bay
Family of 4 enjoyed everything about the Unit. Had a minor AC issue on arrival and was fixed immediately by owner. Would recommend to anyone interested!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Roslyn H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Safe Spot Quick Drive to Beach and Food
Very quiet, well maintained and safe community. Easy access to the beach, plenty of food delivery options. Kitchen was great to work in. Hot tub and community pool was very accessible.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable stay
Enjoyed our short stay in this clean, well-stocked unit. The owner kindly sent me a map of a walking route through the neighborhood to get to Monarch Beach. Nice walk of less than a mile to a beautiful beach.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Denise C.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Spacious unit
This unit is convenient to beaches, hiking, restaurants. Gated community and overall quiet. Very spacious unit
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Minnie K., Goodyear, US

Liked: Cleanliness
Beach Fun!
An awesome location to everything we needed to do. Loved staying here. Very comfortable. Would stay here again. Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katie K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing location
The location and condo were amazing. One of the cleanest VRBO rentals I've stayed in. Thank you for having us!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay H.

Liked: Cleanliness
ReMax Elite Retreat
Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karen B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay at Ritz Pointe!
We had a great stay. Unit was well stocked and clean. Great walking path to beach and close to all the things you would like to do in the area. Had a minor issue with the unit and it was addressed right away. Great customer service! Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Misty W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Experience
We really enjoyed our stay at this property. The unit has been recently updated, and it was evident that a lot of thought went into the details that made our time there so pleasant and enjoyable. The hosts were superb, and really went the extra mile to make our experience there great. Kids had a lot of fun at the main pool & with ping pong table in the club house - and watching the sunset from the spa area overlooking the ocean made a great finishing touch for our trip. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cindy G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great neighborhood, Clean large condo! Pool and jacuzzi were really nice and location
Responses, check in and stay were all great! Eden restaurant was amazing and so close! Lots of close beaches and stores as well. Condo was very roomy and comfortable for the family. I would return
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca & Seth W., Colorado Springs

Liked: Cleanliness
An incredible, spacious, getaway!
This location couldn’t have been more perfect! Access to so many different beach towns and beaches just minutes away! The actual property is super safe, gated community, and the condo is a minute or two walk to the pool and hot tub! Walk-in closet if needed for a pack and play! So much space and perfectly taken care of. Owners were great to work with.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022