Mission Villa Antica

Welcome to San Juan Capistrano. This town is steeped in rich historical wonder. Whether you’re arriving for the first time or have generational roots here, we warmly welcome you to our newly renovated space, where past, present and progress unite to create an unmistakable experience. Our updated, separate casita is within walking distance to all (about two blocks on foot from the Historic Mission San Juan Capistrano). We have updated and styled the space to make your adventure extra special. The space This is a separate structure from the main house. It is a newly renovated completely redone space with lots of upgrades: Kholer, Duravit, Subzero, Drexel Heritage, Kreiss, Restoration Hardware, Frette, Arto brick, imported Austro Hungarian tile, imported Italian tile and more. BLOCKS FROM MISSION SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO AND THE CITY CENTER. WALK TO THE THEATER, CAMINO PLAYHOUSE, FAMOUS LOS RIOS STREET, THE NEW UPSCALE RIVER STREET MARKETPLACE OR THE TRAIN STATION. CHOOSE FROM A LINEUP OF GREAT RESTAURANTS, OR HOP ON THE FREEWAY AND ARRIVE AT THE BEACH OR HARBOR IN 7 MINUTES. Explore the historic San Juan Mission or take a quick train ride to Los Angeles. Dana Point Harbor, downtown Dana Point, Laguna Beach and the Pacific Ocean are just a short drive away. Guest access A copy of government issued ID is required for all guests staying with us prior to booking. Free Parking is directly in front of the garage doors on the left side of the street. There are no steps and access is a few steps from your car to the front door. Other things to note San Juan Capistrano is known mainly for two things -- its mission, founded in 1776 by Spanish priest Junipero Serra, and its annual return of migrating cliff swallows, whose reappearance each March is accompanied by great fanfare. But there’s a lot more to this charming little town about 60 miles southwest of downtown Los Angeles. Take a leisurely stroll through its picturesque streets and you’ll understand why the swallows come back. San Juan Capistrano is a town steeped in rich history with a lot to explore and discover. Explore the vibrant downtown with a multitude of restaurants, Historic Los Rios District, Zoomars at River Street, wander among the antiques at the Barn Mall, take in a concert at The Coach house, a movie at the Regency Theatres or explore Mission San Juan Capistrano, all just moments away. The historic train depot, built in the late 1800s, the train depot is still the town hub, with all the key sights within a few blocks’ radius. Cross the tracks to the Los Rios Historic District, which is said to be the oldest continually occupied residential neighborhood in California and one of the oldest in the United States. Head south to the corner of River and Los Rios streets and pick up a walking-tour map at the O’Neill Museum (31831 Los Rios St., [949] 493-8444), an 1870s building that was originally the home of a saloon keeper and is now the San Juan Capistrano Historical Society’s headquarters. READY FOR SOME HOME COOKING? Peruse your map over brunch at the artfully rustic Ramos House Cafe (31752 Los Rios St., [949] 443-1342), where they serve up blueberry coffeecake, scrambled eggs with sweet potato duck hash, and Bloody Marys garnished with crab claws and butter beans . A few blocks east lies the sprawling Mission San Juan Capistrano (31414 El Camino Real, [949] 234-1300). Among its bougainvillea-covered, weathered arcades are displays of the padres’ quarters, a museum, soldiers’ barracks and an old soap- and candle-making factory. Mass is still conducted in the centuries-old Serra Chapel, which features delicately painted walls and an elaborate cherry wood and gold leaf altarpiece from Barcelona. On March 22nd, the mission will hold its annual Return of the Swallows celebration with festivities including traditional bell ringing, Native American performance groups, ethnic foods, school choirs, dancers and mariachis, below.