10/10 Excellent
Christine K., Chicago
8 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
The View Is Stunning
This is our second time staying at the villa. Last time was in 2019, this time we came in for New Year's Eve. The view is still incredible and the main attraction is the beautiful extended wrap around patio that was filled with plants and strategic lighting at night. While I know Catalina is tourist heavy, I didn't expect the island to be as busy at it was this time of year, and some businesses and restaurants were closed for the season, making the ones open pretty crowded, so for a few dinners we ate in and just enjoyed the patio and rental. The kitchen is pretty well equipped, except the pans; I suggest replacing them. The bedrooms were very comfortable and the main bedroom walks out onto the patio with its view. There is an electric golf cart (so much better than gas powered) to zip into town for fun and supplies. We enjoyed riding around on the scenic route and going to Buffalo Nickel for a Buffalo Milk cocktail, and some really great Mexican food. The miniature golf course in town was chill and lots of fun in a pretty setting. The owner Rimas was very helpful and communicative. I do recommend getting directions to the unit itself before you arrive since it can be confusing if you aren't familiar with Hamilton Cove.If you are visiting Catalina, this is the place to stay, especially if you want to get away at the end of the day.
Christine K.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024