LB Cottage Guidebook
Food scene
Asada Tacos + Beer
610 N Coast HwyCasual vibe with great Mexican food located in Boat Canyon
Hidden Indoor / outdoor dining gem on north PCH . . . great for breakfast or lunch
number three restaurant
320 North Coast HighwayHidden Indoor / outdoor dining gem on north PCH . . . great for breakfast or lunch
Located in downtown Laguna, you can't go wrong going to Anastasia's for breakfast or lunch
Anastasia Cafe
460 Ocean AveLocated in downtown Laguna, you can't go wrong going to Anastasia's for breakfast or lunch
Rasta Taco Laguna Beach
170 Beach StMexican street tacos meet Jamaican jerk shacks, Jah Mon!
Located in the heart of the Village with outside seating in a garden setting, Zinc take it's inspiration from the artisanal food movement initiated by Alice Waters of Chez Panisse in Berkeley.
Zinc Café & Market
Located in the heart of the Village with outside seating in a garden setting, Zinc take it's inspiration from the artisanal food movement initiated by Alice Waters of Chez Panisse in Berkeley.
Driftwood Kitchen
619 Sleepy Hollow LnTry the upstairs room for an even better ocean view
The Taco Stand
$3 tacos, need I say more?
Seasoned craft coffee roasters in north Laguna for those looking for more than a cuppa average joe
Jedidiah Coffee
Seasoned craft coffee roasters in north Laguna for those looking for more than a cuppa average joe
Local spot to grab a hearty breakfast before setting off for the day
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Orange Inn
703 S Coast HwyLocal spot to grab a hearty breakfast before setting off for the day
Penguin Cafe
981 S Coast HwyFavorite local breakfast joint to grab a bite to eat and soak up the local ambiance.
South Swell Ice Cream
Hand dipped ice cream in the HIP district
Red meat done right in a beautiful setting with an impressive wine list. Go for a special occasion
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Selanne Steak Tavern
1464 S Coast HwyRed meat done right in a beautiful setting with an impressive wine list. Go for a special occasion
So close to the ocean it feels like you're dining on a cruise ship . . . located in the Surf and Sand Resort
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Splashes Restaurant
1555 S Coast HwySo close to the ocean it feels like you're dining on a cruise ship . . . located in the Surf and Sand Resort
Mozambique
1740 S Coast HwyAfrican inspired cuisine with killer rooftop dining
A local haunt in South Laguna with friendly service and killer food, try the french toast for breakfast, c'est magnifique!
AhbA
31732 Coast HwyA local haunt in South Laguna with friendly service and killer food, try the french toast for breakfast, c'est magnifique!
A must stop back in the day after a surf session at Trestles or Capistrano Shores - "authentic Mexican cuisine since 1973!"
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Olamendi's Mexican Restaurant
34660 Pacific Coast HwyA must stop back in the day after a surf session at Trestles or Capistrano Shores - "authentic Mexican cuisine since 1973!"
Drinks & Nightlife
Live theater in an intimate setting just blocks from the beach and Village restaurants
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The Laguna Playhouse
606 Laguna Canyon RdLive theater in an intimate setting just blocks from the beach and Village restaurants
Laguna Beer Company
Chillin' with a cold one in the canyon . . . cool!
New craft beer house with delectable dining options, just a stone's throw from the cottage. Happy hour is M - F 3pm - 5pm.
Finney's Crafthouse - Laguna Beach
New craft beer house with delectable dining options, just a stone's throw from the cottage. Happy hour is M - F 3pm - 5pm.
Rum Social Kitchen & Cocktails
Daily happy hour from 3pm - 5pm, what's not to like?
Deck on Laguna Beach
627 Sleepy Hollow LnSunset cocktails overlooking Sleepy Hollow beach
Sandpiper
1183 S Coast HwyPOW of LB with live music every night
The Rooftop Lounge
1289 S Coast HwyOn top of La Casa del Camino Hotel
Lobby Lounge at Montage Laguna Beach
30801 Coast HwyDrinks are expensive and the view is priceless
The Drake
2894 South Coast HighwayInspired by The Drake Hotel in NYC, fine dining with live music
Tiki culture made famous by Trader Vics and Don the Beachcomber, this place had it's grand reopening in June and it's become to the glittering jade jewel in SoCal's tiki crown.
The Royal Hawaiian
331 N Coast HwyTiki culture made famous by Trader Vics and Don the Beachcomber, this place had it's grand reopening in June and it's become to the glittering jade jewel in SoCal's tiki crown.
Beaches
Five minute drive north of Laguna, unspoiled beaches, hiking trails and historic Crystal Cove cottages make this a must see destination. Be sure to stop at The Beachcomber for breakfast, lunch or dinner, open 7am - 9pm
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Crystal Cove Beach Cottages
35 Crystal CoveFive minute drive north of Laguna, unspoiled beaches, hiking trails and historic Crystal Cove cottages make this a must see destination. Be sure to stop at The Beachcomber for breakfast, lunch or dinner, open 7am - 9pm
In North Laguna where Cliff drive intercepts PCH awaits this quarter moon shaped beach . . . duh
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Crescent Bay Beach
In North Laguna where Cliff drive intercepts PCH awaits this quarter moon shaped beach . . . duh
Perfect cove great for exploring tide pools with lots of sea life creatures. Beautiful emerald green water and the beach feels private even though it's not.
Shaws Cove
Perfect cove great for exploring tide pools with lots of sea life creatures. Beautiful emerald green water and the beach feels private even though it's not.
Yes, it can get crowded and yes, it’s a three minute walk from the cottage
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Parque de la Playa Principal
Yes, it can get crowded and yes, it’s a three minute walk from the cottage
Cress Street Beach
Cress StreetHidden gem with stair access at the end of Cress Street
Descend the stairs at Diamond Street, look to your right and you'll pass what was once Bette Davis' house . . . Laguna Beach was her idyll escape from Hollywood
Woods Cove
Descend the stairs at Diamond Street, look to your right and you'll pass what was once Bette Davis' house . . . Laguna Beach was her idyll escape from Hollywood
Walk the pedestrian pathway along the Montage Resort and take the stairs down to a picture perfect beach great for kids, tide pools and snorkeling.
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Treasure Island Beach
Wesley DriveWalk the pedestrian pathway along the Montage Resort and take the stairs down to a picture perfect beach great for kids, tide pools and snorkeling.
Aliso Beach
Skimboarders paradise and home to the Lost Pier Cafe
Descend the stairs at Eagle Rock Way / Table Rock Drive from PCH and you will find two lovely coves. You can swim around the rock formation at the south and discover a small secluded cove. At low tide you can walk thru the arch and you've arrived at 1000 Steps
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Table Rock Beach
31561 Table Rock DrDescend the stairs at Eagle Rock Way / Table Rock Drive from PCH and you will find two lovely coves. You can swim around the rock formation at the south and discover a small secluded cove. At low tide you can walk thru the arch and you've arrived at 1000 Steps
John Wayne's beach pad, tide pools and sea caves, oh my!
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1,000 Steps Beach
31972 Coast HwyJohn Wayne's beach pad, tide pools and sea caves, oh my!
Three Arch Bay is a gated community, but if you know someone who can get you in, even if just for the day, it's mos def worth it.
Three Arch Bay
Three Arch Bay is a gated community, but if you know someone who can get you in, even if just for the day, it's mos def worth it.
Sightseeing
Come visit the Murphy Smith Bungalow from 1pm - 4pm on Friday, Saturday or Sunday and learn about Laguna Beach back in the day
Laguna Beach Historical Society
278 Ocean AvenueCome visit the Murphy Smith Bungalow from 1pm - 4pm on Friday, Saturday or Sunday and learn about Laguna Beach back in the day
Wonderful collection of California plein air paintings is just one reason to visit, another is the cool interior space with friendly staff and a third is free admission on the first Thursday of every month from 6pm - 9pm.
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Laguna Art Museum
307 Cliff DrWonderful collection of California plein air paintings is just one reason to visit, another is the cool interior space with friendly staff and a third is free admission on the first Thursday of every month from 6pm - 9pm.
The crown jewel of Laguna Beach parks allows for lovely strolling and people watching. Plus, did someone say lawn bowling?
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Heisler Park
375 Cliff DrThe crown jewel of Laguna Beach parks allows for lovely strolling and people watching. Plus, did someone say lawn bowling?
Look south for Crescent Beach, look west for whales
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Parque Crescent Bay Point
Crescent Bay DriveLook south for Crescent Beach, look west for whales
The garden demonstrates the range of plants that can be grown in SoCal coastal zones. Step back in time to visit this mid century marvel. Docent led tours start at 10am on one Thursday per month and most Saturdays.
Friends Hortense Miller Garden
The garden demonstrates the range of plants that can be grown in SoCal coastal zones. Step back in time to visit this mid century marvel. Docent led tours start at 10am on one Thursday per month and most Saturdays.
Pacific Marine Mammal Center inspires ocean stewardship through animal rescue and rehabilitation, marine mammal research, STEM education programs, and advocacy for a healthy ocean.
Pacific Marine Mammal Center
20612 Laguna Canyon RdPacific Marine Mammal Center inspires ocean stewardship through animal rescue and rehabilitation, marine mammal research, STEM education programs, and advocacy for a healthy ocean.
Lovely curated botannical gardens open daily, includes pond with koi fish and turtles. Also on site is a library that specializes in the history of the Pacific Southwest. Library hours are Tues - Friday 10:30am - 4pm.
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Sherman Library & Gardens
2647 East Coast HwyLovely curated botannical gardens open daily, includes pond with koi fish and turtles. Also on site is a library that specializes in the history of the Pacific Southwest. Library hours are Tues - Friday 10:30am - 4pm.
Free admission, beautiful architecture, modern art
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Orange County Museum of Art
3333 W Sunflower AveFree admission, beautiful architecture, modern art
Take an excursion to Newport Beach to check out the fun zone - arcade, ferris wheel, ferry ⛴️ to Balboa Island, great for big and little kids!
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Balboa Fun Zone
600 E Bay AveTake an excursion to Newport Beach to check out the fun zone - arcade, ferris wheel, ferry ⛴️ to Balboa Island, great for big and little kids!
Southern California once served as the bread and fruit basket of our nation, but today The Ecology Center is one of the only organic farms left in the county.
The Ecology Center
32701 Alipaz StSouthern California once served as the bread and fruit basket of our nation, but today The Ecology Center is one of the only organic farms left in the county.
Niguel Botanical Preserve
Laguna Bike Shed
Bike map
Hiking
Thank goodness for protected wilderness areas! This amazing trail affords awesome views of the coastline, Laguna Beach and the coast looking north. It's an easy trail that's great for breaking-in a pair of hiking boots, but you won't need them. I'm sure some people use the trail for running practice. Please note that dogs are not allowed in this trail. No motorcycles, either.
Laguna Coast Wilderness-Dartmoor/Dunagan-Gate 14
Thank goodness for protected wilderness areas! This amazing trail affords awesome views of the coastline, Laguna Beach and the coast looking north. It's an easy trail that's great for breaking-in a pair of hiking boots, but you won't need them. I'm sure some people use the trail for running practice. Please note that dogs are not allowed in this trail. No motorcycles, either.
Nice hike with a great view. The beginning is slightly difficult due to a steep climb, 45 minutes round trip if you go to the Aliso peak. Amazing ocean views at the top. From PCH South, turn left on West and another left on Valido.
Valido Trail
Valido TrailNice hike with a great view. The beginning is slightly difficult due to a steep climb, 45 minutes round trip if you go to the Aliso peak. Amazing ocean views at the top. From PCH South, turn left on West and another left on Valido.
Canyon Acres Trailhead
Moderate to strenuous hike from Laguna Canyon to Top of the World
Five miles RT with an 800 foot elevation, the route meanders through quiet canyon areas along the top of ridges with great ocean views.
El Moro Canyon Trail, Laguna Beach, CA 92651, EE. UU.
Five miles RT with an 800 foot elevation, the route meanders through quiet canyon areas along the top of ridges with great ocean views.
Essentials
Scaled-down Whole Foods right in the Village with a small-town feel. Try the deli for some scrumptious sandwiches.
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Whole Foods Market
283 Broadway StScaled-down Whole Foods right in the Village with a small-town feel. Try the deli for some scrumptious sandwiches.
From the cottage, south on Through, west on Legion, south on Glenneyre and walk a few blocks.
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Ralphs
700 S Coast HwyFrom the cottage, south on Through, west on Legion, south on Glenneyre and walk a few blocks.
Coast Hardware
240 Broadway StThe kind of hardware store your grandpa used to go to, top notch service included.
Shopping
Good Together House
Textiles, home goods et vêtements, voilà!
The Salt Horse
Organic food emporium locally sourced and operated.
This local gem is owned by two sisters and their shop is one of the very few loose leaf tea shops left in California
tea and turmeric
This local gem is owned by two sisters and their shop is one of the very few loose leaf tea shops left in California
Cafe + boutique in celebration of Parisian bistro culture; purveyor of Maison Gatti outdoor cafe chairs and french antiques
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MOULIN
1000 Bristol St NCafe + boutique in celebration of Parisian bistro culture; purveyor of Maison Gatti outdoor cafe chairs and french antiques