The total cost of the restoration project is an estimated $55 million, a far cry from what those at the conservancy said was originally estimated as a $5-million project.
The Crystal Cove Conservancy (Conservancy) has secured the final tranche of funding for its North Beach Cottage Restoration Project, allowing the first group of eight newly restored North Beach cottage rental units to be open for public stays by Thanksgiving.
Once complete, the 17 restored cottages on the northern stretch of Crystal Cove will double the overnight stays, with some slotted to open by next year.