Crystal Cove Conservancy, the nonprofit partnering with Crystal Cove State Park, is thrilled to unveil that four beautifully restored North Beach Cottages are now open for online reservations!
Reservations can be made through the California State Parks reservation system at ReserveCalifornia.com for the following cottages:
- Cottage #11A: The Carpenter's Castle
- Cottage #11B: Crow's Nest
- Cottage #25: Grunion Run
- Cottage #28: Board and Batten
Reservations will be released in four-week blocks, with the first check-in date set for December 23, 2024.
North Beach Restoration Project
The restoration of these cottages is part of the $55 million North Beach Restoration Project, a major effort to preserve and restore the 17 remaining historic cottages in Crystal Cove State Park’s Historic District. This project will ensure future generations can enjoy this beloved coastal destination, with completion planned for 2026.
Funding for the restoration has come from a dedicated group of organizations and individuals. Bank of America contributed through funding and Federal Historic Rehabilitation Tax Credits. Assembly Member Cottie Petrie-Norris secured over $30 million in state funding. Additional support came from the David and Lucile Packard Foundation, the WWW Foundation, local philanthropists, and individual donors.
For more details about the North Beach Restoration Project, tips on reserving a cottage, or ways to support Crystal Cove Conservancy, visit CrystalCove.org/BeachCottages.
Cottage Highlights
Cottage #11A: The Carpenter’s Castle
This beautifully restored ocean-view cottage includes four bedrooms, one and a half bathrooms, and breathtaking views. It accommodates up to eight guests and offers a perfect coastal escape.
Cottage #11B: Crow’s Nest
Perched above the shoreline, this charming studio cottage features sweeping ocean views, a sunning nook, and a single bathroom. Its tranquil setting is ideal for two guests.
Cottage #25: Grunion Run
This two-bedroom, one-bathroom cottage offers expansive ocean views from its patio and living room. Natural light fills the space, creating a warm and inviting beachside retreat for up to six guests.
Cottage #28: Board and Batten
This cozy two-bedroom, one-bathroom cottage features an ocean-view patio and stunning Catalina sunsets. It provides a peaceful getaway for up to six guests, blending rustic charm with modern comfort.
The restored cottages at Crystal Cove are a unique opportunity to enjoy California’s coastline while celebrating its history and preserving its legacy.
The Latest from greer's oc
Book Club at Balboa Island Museum Featuring Born in OC
The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill Now Open in Irvine
The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill®, the award-winning restaurant specializing in classic Mediterranean fare with a modern twist, is now open in Irvine. The restaurant is owned and operated by experienced entrepreneur Dany Askar and his family, who are focused on…
Gem Studio Now Open at Irvine Spectrum Center
Gem Studio has arrived at Irvine Spectrum Center, offering a hands-on experience for jewelry enthusiasts. This creative space invites guests to design and customize their own rings, bracelets, earrings, necklaces, and lip gloss charms. With a wide selection of…
Preserve Your Flowers in a Unique Way at Maivie
Maivie, now open at Irvine Spectrum Center, is a pressed flower workshop where guests can preserve flowers in creative and lasting ways. Whether it’s a fun outing with friends or a way to cherish flowers from special occasions like…
Follow Greer on Pinterest
from the blog
- 03.03.25 – Book Club at Balboa Island Museum Featuring Born in OC
- 03.02.25 – The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill Now Open in Irvine
- 03.02.25 – Gem Studio Now Open at Irvine Spectrum Center
- 03.02.25 – Preserve Your Flowers in a Unique Way at Maivie
- 02.24.25 – Wine, Words & OC Stories—Born in OC Booksigning at Hi-Time Wine Cellars
- 02.23.25 – An Evening with Pulitzer Prize-Winning Poet Tracy K. Smith at Segerstrom Center
- 02.19.25 – Christine Brennan to Speak at 27th Witte Lectures
- 02.18.25 – Napa in Newport: An Evening of Fine Wine, Dining, and Giving
- 02.13.25 – Alicia Pet Care Center’s 10th Annual Free Spay & Neuter Day
- 02.12.25 – Relax, Recharge, and Rejuvenate at 128 Luxury Health Spa
- 02.12.25 – Celebrate Romance in Temecula This February and Beyond
- 02.11.25 – Valentine’s Weekend at Triangle Square: Dining, Dancing & Celebration
- 02.07.25 – Big Changes Underway at Eclectic LAB Anti-Mall
- 02.07.25 – Oscar Night Cinema Series at The Lido Theater
- 02.07.25 – FASHIONISTAS 2025: Orange County Center for Contemporary Art (OCCCA)
- 02.05.25 – Women’s Wellness Retreat
- 02.02.25 – The Musicians of Bremen Live! Premieres at Segerstrom Center for the Arts
- 02.02.25 – Love & Art: An Afternoon of Chocolate, Wine, and Creativity
- 01.31.25 – 43rd Annual California Cool Art Auction at Laguna Art Museum
- 01.31.25 – Twyla Tharp 60th Anniversary at Segerstrom Center for the Arts
More Daily Doses
- 03.02.25 – Now Open: CasaDamí – An Intimate European Café & Wine Bar in Newport Beach
- 02.24.25 – Celebrate OC Restaurant Week March 2 - 8, 2025
- 02.23.25 – Exciting Additions at Anaheim Hills Festival: Egg Tuck, Story Bar + Kitchen, and More!
- 02.16.25 – Dizzy Bird Expand to Irvine Spectrum with Bold Rotisserie Flavors
- 02.12.25 – Dine Out Long Beach, Restaurant & Cocktail Week: 10 Delicious Reasons to Join the Fun
- 02.11.25 – Love at First Bite: Valentine’s Dining in Orange County
- 02.06.25 – Bring Your Podcast and Video Content to Life at Sunset 17 Studio
- 02.02.25 – Pepper Lunch Expands to Irvine Spectrum with a Sizzling Grand Opening!
- 01.30.25 – Explore, Dine, and Relax: Catalina Island’s Winter Getaway Packages
- 01.29.25 – Celebrate Lunar New Year with Incredible Dining Experiences at South Coast Plaza
- 01.27.25 – Ospi Costa Mesa Brings Southern Italian Flavors to Orange County
- 01.23.25 – Wild Strawberry Café Opens in Laguna Beach
- 01.22.25 – Ring in the Year of the Snake with Festive Fun at The District Tustin!
- 01.20.25 – The Winter Cocktail Tour at The District at Tustin Legacy
- 01.19.25 – Graze Craze Expands to Costa Mesa with Charcuterie Boards & Boxes
- 01.18.25 – Segerstrom Center for the Arts Presents: An Intimate Evening with David Foster and Katharine McPhee
- 01.15.25 – NEP Café Redefines Modern Vietnamese Dining with a Bold New Chapter
- 01.13.25 – Over 110 O.C. Restaurants Unite for Wildfire Relief Fundraiser – Tuesday, Jan. 14
- 01.02.25 – Segerstrom Center for the Arts Presents GRAHAM100
- 12.30.24 – Book Signing & Conversation with Greer Wylder: Born in OC
