Vacation Rentals in Laguna Beach

Laguna Beach is one of California’s premier vacation destinations, and it’s full of comfortable, attractive beachfront vacation rentals. Some of the most appealing of all are villas which back onto the sea. They have ample parking out front, yards and barbecue terraces, as well as everything you could need inside to keep you and your party comfortable.

Then again, you might want a vacation home that's even more spacious, and in that case, Laguna Beach delivers. When you search on Holidu’s accommodation database you’ll discover plenty of larger properties. There are downtown options as well as secluded villas in Aliso Creek or Thousand Steps Beach, with 1930s exteriors and huge living spaces.

Everyone seems to fall for Laguna Beach, and its not hard to do. With its ruby red cliffs, long beaches, mountain backdrop, fabulous surf and art festivals, Laguna Beach is a wonderful vacation destination that attracts a varied crowd. Families, surfers, hikers and couples all make it their resort of choice, and it’s easy to see why.

Laguna Beach is located in Orange County, a short drive south of Los Angeles. Most people tend to fly into LAX, which is around 50 miles away, but you can also fly into John Wayne Airport, which offers links to cities like Atlanta, San Francisco, Las Vegas and Chicago. It’s only about 20 minutes from John Wayne to LagunaBeach, so if you can fly there, it’s definitely the better option.

Alternatively, you can drive to a rental home in Laguna Beach. Take I-10 across country to LA, then swerve south on I-5 (or take I-5 all the way from San Diego or San Francisco). You can also take Amtrak’s Pacific Surfliner into Laguna Beach – a great way to travel from other parts of California.

Laguna Beach is one of the finest places to surf in California and, by extension, the whole world. Head to beaches like St. Ann’s, Rockpile or Thalia Street for superb waves and plenty of surf shops.

Laguna Beach is a creative city, hosting an arts festival that lasts all summer long, including the magical Pageant of the Masters, which recreates iconic works of art on stage.

Take to the trails around Laguna Beach to experience southern California in all of its glory. Locations like the Nix Nature Center feel a world away from downtown LA.

The coast is where it’s at in Laguna Beach. Whether you’ve tried it before or you’re a complete novice, there’s no better place to don a wetsuit and test your surfing skills, while there are paddleboarding rentals too, if you’d like something more relaxing.

Laguna Beach is best seen in the saddle of a bike, and you can take pedal powered tours around local landmarks like the Laguna Art Museum, Shaws Cove and Heisler Park.

No art fan should miss the Laguna Art Museum during their vacation. Hosting 3,500 works by major Californian artists, it regularly organizes events exploring the relationship between local artists and the area’s gorgeous landscape.

Laguna’s sea lions are the resort’s most charismatic residents, and when you take guided kayak tours to Seal Rock, you can get within a few meters of their colony.

Laguna Beach is a superb place to shop for art. Head to local stores like Art for the Soul, or be in town for the summer Arts Festival and browse thousands of paintings, sculptures and craft products.

Laguna Beach has a southern Californian climate, making it almost ideal for sun-seeking vacationers. Summer brings beautiful weather, but savvy travelers recommend visiting in spring or fall to catch the shoulder seasons. At these times, the sun still shines but the crowds aren’t so thick, making it easier to get around, book attractions and generally more fun to explore.

During your stay, you’ll probably get used to the geography of Laguna very quickly. Almost everything you need is located on the coastal strip, along the South Coast Highway. If you need somewhere to eat, you’ll find plenty of restaurants around Main Beach Park, and if you wander up Ocean Avenue you’ll come to the liveliest shopping area.