Laguna Surf

The Resort & Setting

Laguna Surf is a small, independent timeshare resort at 611 S Coast Hwy, right in Laguna Beach itself rather than on its outskirts. Units are one-bedroom condos furnished for practical beach living: full kitchens for self-catering, a fireplace for the cooler coastal evenings, and a private balcony. The resort also offers a day spa and direct beach access, so owners can walk straight from their unit to the sand without needing a car. Google reviewers rate the resort 4.6 out of 5 from 137 reviews, which reflects a well-kept, no-frills property rather than a large resort complex — a good fit for owners who want a straightforward coastal base rather than extensive on-site facilities.

The Area & Things to Do

Laguna Beach is known for roughly seven miles of coastline punctuated by coves, tide pools and dramatic cliffs, and it has long had a reputation as an arts town as much as a beach one. Within about half a mile of the resort you'll find several of the town's picturesque coves, good for swimming and snorkelling, and Heisler Park, with its coastal walking paths and tide pools. Downtown Laguna Beach, roughly a mile away, has the galleries, boutiques and restaurants the town is known for, plus venues used for the Laguna Beach arts festivals. A short drive takes you to Crystal Cove State Park and over to Newport Beach, both well-known Orange County destinations in their own right. It's a walkable, low-key beach town rather than a resort strip, which shapes who tends to want to rent or buy a week here — typically couples and small families after a classic Southern California beach stay rather than a large-group or theme-park holiday.

Selling or Renting a Week Here

If you own a week at Laguna Surf and are considering selling, BidMyTimeshare.com is a direct owner-to-owner marketplace: you list your week yourself, set your own asking price, and interested buyers contact you through the platform. There's no commission on the sale — sellers simply pay a one-time listing fee to advertise.

Because Laguna Surf is an independent resort, resale isn't processed through a branded exchange company's transfer desk; instead, any transfer of ownership goes through the resort's own owners' association or on-site management. Before agreeing a price with a buyer, both parties should confirm directly with the resort: the current transfer fee for updating the ownership record, whether the association holds a right of first refusal on resales, how long a transfer typically takes to process, and the current annual maintenance fee. A resale buyer should also get it in writing from the resort exactly what does and doesn't transfer with the week — for example, whether any accrued points, banked weeks, or outstanding dues carry over, or start fresh with the new owner.

If you'd rather rent out your week than sell it, the same listing approach applies: describe the unit honestly (one-bedroom, kitchen, fireplace, balcony, beach access, day spa), state your dates and price, and let renters reach you directly. Renters drawn to Laguna Surf are usually looking for walkable beach access, a kitchen to cut down on dining costs in a pricier beach town, and a quieter alternative to larger hotel-style resorts nearby.

Practical Notes for Owners and Renters

Laguna Beach has a genuine high season in summer (June–September), when both accommodation and parking are at their tightest — book or advertise well ahead for these dates. Parking in the central village is limited, so renters heading to the beach or downtown should plan to arrive early or budget for paid parking. Shoulder seasons, April–May and September–October, bring reliably pleasant weather with noticeably fewer crowds, and can be an easier sell for owners renting out a week since demand is calmer but conditions are still good. Coastal breezes mean it can feel cooler than the sunshine suggests, so anyone staying at or renting out the resort should note that layers are worth packing, even in warmer months.