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Is there anything more peaceful than falling asleep to the sound of the ocean waves? We don’t think so. If you’re looking to plan a getaway that allows you to do just that, you’ll want to set your sights on Crystal Cove on the Newport Coast. Here, you can stay in a historic cottage that is just steps away from the ocean. In fact, you’ll have a front-row view of the Pacific’s brilliant waters right from your cottage’s door! It’s just as heavenly as it sounds, so take a look:

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What do you think? For tips on how to reserve Crystal Cove cottages, visit the SoCal State Parks website. Are you ready to plan an oceanfront getaway to Crystal Grove to one of these cozy rentals? Share your thoughts with us in the comments below!

Believe it or not, there’s even more to learn about Crystal Cove State Park.

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What are some other things to do at Crystal Cove State Park?

Besides renting one of the beautiful cottage detailed above, this SoCal park has plenty to see and do. In fact, we dare say that Crystal Cove is the best state park in California!

  • Take in the scenery. For one, it's super scenic and basically the Platonic ideal of SoCal parks. Scenic viewpoints and overlooks abound in this lovely SoCal expanse!
  • Hit the beach. Located in Newport Beach in the heart of Orange County, Crystal Cove picturesque state park filled with close to 4,000 acres of coastline, bluffs, canyons, and wilderness.
  • Hike. At first glance it may seem as though this is just a typical SoCal beach. However, once you start exploring this vast open space, you'll quickly discover that this beautiful place offers so much more than oceanfront adventures. There are 17 different trails and 2,400 acres of undeveloped backcountry to explore at this park, all but guaranteeing that you'll never run out of new paths to take for a great hike at Crystal Cove State Park.

Are there many restaurant and shops in Crystal Grove?

It's not just beautiful beaches at Crystal Cove State Park; this seaside spot truly is one of the most charming towns in the country! Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the historic district of Crystal Cove State Park is one of Southern California's true hidden gems. With 12 acres of historic cottages along the beachfront, this charming stretch of sand will take you back in time. From beachfront eateries and locally owned shops, to the amazing cottages listed above, you won't run out of things to do at Crystal Grove State Park!

What are some tips for reserving Crystal Grove Cottages?

Comprised of 46 rustic beach cottages dating back to the 1930s and 1940s when they were originally built as part of SoCal's coastal development, this stretch of beach around Crystal Grove Cottages really is one of SoCal's most historic coastal areas. Given the immense beauty of these accommodations, we definitely advise booking as easy as possible. And in terms of planning your trip to the state park, you'll want to note that there is a fee for a day pass, which you can learn more about on the California State Parks website.

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