LB Cottage Guidebook

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LB Cottage Guidebook

Food scene

Casual vibe with great Mexican food located in Boat Canyon
Asada Tacos + Beer
610 N Coast Hwy
Casual 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 Highway
Hidden 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 Ave
Located in downtown Laguna, you can't go wrong going to Anastasia's for breakfast or lunch
Mexican street tacos meet Jamaican jerk shacks, Jah Mon!
Rasta Taco Laguna Beach
170 Beach St
Mexican 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.
Try the upstairs room for an even better ocean view
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Driftwood Kitchen
619 Sleepy Hollow Ln
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Try the upstairs room for an even better ocean view
$3 tacos, need I say more?
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 Hwy
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Local spot to grab a hearty breakfast before setting off for the day
Favorite local breakfast joint to grab a bite to eat and soak up the local ambiance.
Penguin Cafe
981 S Coast Hwy
Favorite local breakfast joint to grab a bite to eat and soak up the local ambiance.
Hand dipped ice cream in the HIP district
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 Hwy
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Red 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 Hwy
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So close to the ocean it feels like you're dining on a cruise ship . . . located in the Surf and Sand Resort
African inspired cuisine with killer rooftop dining
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Mozambique
1740 S Coast Hwy
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African inspired cuisine with killer rooftop dining
East Asian cuisine and also a great happy hour from 3pm - 6pm
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Starfish-Laguna Beach
30832 S Coast Hwy
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East Asian cuisine and also a great happy hour from 3pm - 6pm
A local haunt in South Laguna with friendly service and killer food, try the french toast for breakfast, c'est magnifique!
AhbA
31732 Coast Hwy
A 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 Hwy
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A 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 Rd
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Live theater in an intimate setting just blocks from the beach and Village restaurants
Chillin' with a cold one in the canyon . . . cool!
Laguna Beer Company
Chillin' with a cold one in the canyon . . . cool!
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 Hwy
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.
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.
Daily happy hour from 3pm - 5pm, what's not to like?
Rum Social Kitchen & Cocktails
Daily happy hour from 3pm - 5pm, what's not to like?
Sunset cocktails overlooking Sleepy Hollow beach
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Deck on Laguna Beach
627 Sleepy Hollow Ln
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Sunset cocktails overlooking Sleepy Hollow beach
POW of LB with live music every night
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Sandpiper
1183 S Coast Hwy
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POW of LB with live music every night
On top of La Casa del Camino Hotel
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The Rooftop Lounge
1289 S Coast Hwy
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On top of La Casa del Camino Hotel
Drinks are expensive and the view is priceless
Lobby Lounge at Montage Laguna Beach
30801 Coast Hwy
Drinks are expensive and the view is priceless
Inspired by The Drake Hotel in NYC, fine dining with live music
The Drake
2894 South Coast Highway
Inspired by The Drake Hotel in NYC, fine dining with live music

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 Cove
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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
In North Laguna where Cliff drive intercepts PCH awaits this quarter moon shaped beach . . . duh
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Пляж Кресент-Бэй
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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.
Шоус-Коув
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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Парк главного пляжа
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Yes, it can get crowded and yes, it’s a three minute walk from the cottage
Hidden gem with stair access at the end of Cress Street
Cress Street Beach
Cress Street
Hidden 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
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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 Drive
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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.
Skimboarders paradise and home to the Lost Pier Cafe
Пляж Алисо
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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Пляж Тейбл-Рок
31561 Table Rock Dr
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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
John Wayne's beach pad, tide pools and sea caves, oh my!
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1,000 Steps Beach
31972 Coast Hwy
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John 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.
Три Арч Бей
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 Avenue
Come 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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Художественный музей Лагуна-Бич
307 Cliff Dr
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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.
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 Dr
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The 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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Crescent Bay Point Park
Crescent Bay Drive
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Look 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.
Френдс Хортенз Миллер Гарден
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.
Пасифик Марин Маммал Сентер
20612 Laguna Canyon Rd
Pacific 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 and Gardens
2647 East Coast Hwy
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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.
Free admission, beautiful architecture, modern art
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Orange County Museum of Art
3333 W Sunflower Ave
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Free 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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Бальбоа Фан Зона
600 E Bay Ave
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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!
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 St
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.
Заказник Нигел Ботаникал
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.
Лагуна Кост Уайлдернесс-Дартмур / Данаган-Гейт 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 Trail
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.
Moderate to strenuous hike from Laguna Canyon to Top of the World
Каньон Эйкерс Трейлхед
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, США
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 St
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Scaled-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 Hwy
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From the cottage, south on Through, west on Legion, south on Glenneyre and walk a few blocks.
The kind of hardware store your grandpa used to go to, top notch service included.
Coast Hardware
240 Broadway St
The kind of hardware store your grandpa used to go to, top notch service included.

Shopping

Textiles, home goods et vêtements, voilà!
Good Together House
Textiles, home goods et vêtements, voilà!
Organic food emporium locally sourced and operated.
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 N
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Cafe + boutique in celebration of Parisian bistro culture; purveyor of Maison Gatti outdoor cafe chairs and french antiques