Catalina Island is a paradise, so no matter where you stay, youâre in for a great time. My partner, friends, and I had an amazing three-day trip at this property, though some concerns did arise. The owner messaged me about a rental contract, which was a bit more involved than expected, but once submitted, everything was smooth. Finding the unit was trickyâthe gate guard required a building number (not listed in the ad), but they helped us figure out it was Building 4. Be prepared for lots of stairs but the balcony view was worth it.The unit was greatâRoku TV with free streaming, stunning glass doors overlooking the ocean, and a fantastic area. Golf-carting around the area is a must, offering a sauna, hot tub, pool, private beach, tennis & basketball courts, and more. Catalina conserves water, so thereâs no fridge water filter or bottled water providedâbring your own!Bring warm clothes and blanketsâno central heat, just small space heaters that short-circuited our power one night (quickly resolved by the property manager).The biggest downsideâwe found mice droppings on the kitchen counter, and a sealed chip bag was chewed into overnight. The manager claimed there were âno issuesâ due to monthly exterminations, which seemed inaccurate.Despite this, we loved our stay. The balcony view, location, and nearby activitiesâzip-lining, scenery, a pet cemetery, gift shops, and parasailingâmade it worth it.