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Steps to sand! Ocean view, Walk to village, family friendly, A/C!

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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Top rated beach location
    Discover paradise at this top rated beach location.
  • Garage parking available
    Enjoy the convenience of garage parking - a rare offering in the area.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Carlsbad State Beach
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3

Popular amenities

  • Garage parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue
  • Balcony

Explore the area

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Carlsbad, CA
  • Place, Carlsbad State Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Tamarack Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Carlsbad Lagoon
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Steps to sand! Ocean view, Walk to village, family friendly, A/C!

Second house up from the beach!

Walk from your door to Carlsbad's famous Tamarack Beach Park in 45 steps, and less than 3 minutes! You can also walk to the Village, only about 1/2 mile away, where all the shops and restaurants are.
Spacious and comfortable, with partial ocean view from the living room, this beautiful condo has one bedroom and one full bathroom, spacious kitchen, and living room. The unit has A/C and heating. Fully equipped with 2 large TV's, WiFi, beach gear, all linens, kitchen tools, etc.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
No Pets.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and return the keys
Please make sure heating and conditioning is turned OFF, and please leave keys on dining table, thank-you!
Trash goes out on the curb SUNDAY night for collection on MONDAY. If you are here Sunday, please take the bins to the curb, and bring them back to the driveway after. Thank-you!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Occupancy is no more than 3 people.

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number BLRE006374-09-2019
Property # 1382162vb
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Carlsbad

Located in North Beach, a neighbourhood in Carlsbad, this apartment is near theme parks and by the sea. While the natural beauty of Carlsbad State Beach and Flower Fields of Carlsbad can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Oceanside Harbor. LEGOLAND® California and Buena Vista Audubon Society & Nature Center are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, kayaking and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
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Carlsbad, CA

What's nearby

  • Carlsbad State Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Tamarack Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Carlsbad Convention and Visitor Information - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • New Village Arts Theatre - 3 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Carlsbad Lagoon - 3 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Carlsbad Village Station - 3 min drive
  • Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Coyote Bar & Grill - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Village Kitchen & Pie Shoppe - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Pizza Port Brewing Company - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Board & Brew - ‬14 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Steps to sand! Ocean view, Walk to village, family friendly, A/C! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Steps to sand! Ocean view, Walk to village, family friendly, A/C!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Steps to sand! Ocean view, Walk to village, family friendly, A/C!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Steps to sand! Ocean view, Walk to village, family friendly, A/C!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Steps to sand! Ocean view, Walk to village, family friendly, A/C! located?

Located in North Beach, this apartment building is steps away from Carlsbad State Beach and Tamarack Beach. Carlsbad Lagoon and Carlsbad Convention and Visitor Information are also within 1 mile (2 km). Carlsbad Village Station is 21 minutes by foot.

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 22 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eric S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Nice clean, quiet, and convenient place. Great customer service. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dan L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet and clean place close to the beach. Great place to stay for a beach vacation.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect.

Everything was great. Really enjoyed our stay. Had everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Danise K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean. Just missing some basic amenities that would have been nice. But overall good.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mauro T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

very nice place, quiet, near the sea

all thinks works perfectly , the only were I put in the apartment two table Lamp, anything else
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dan L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beach Vacation

Great spot to enjoy the beach. Had wonderful conversations with family each night around gas fire pit. Easy walk to Carlsbad Village. Property manager was responsive and helpful.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janice M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Close to beach

Nice little condo with garage parking. Comfortable bed and couch. Kitchen has just what you need. Close walk to beach. Easy walk along beach to restaurants/shops.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lauren A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best Location and Property

This was our third year renting a beach property and by far it was the best one yet! The layout was very functional and included all the things a family needs. The one bedroom had a king and twin bed in it but it slept my family of three perfectly! To get to the beach you just walk outside, cross the street, and go down the stairs to Carlsbad State Beach. Carlsbad is a beautiful area with a clean beach and no extra chaos. We’ll definitely be booking again for next year!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Evette D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Totally enjoyed the whole process, from start to finish! The apartment was spotless. The many windows provide a bright, "beach house" feel and on a quiet night you can hear the waves. The bedroom and bath area have a pocket door that you can slide shut, separating them from the living area. This allows for complete privacy, and darkness for those who want to sleep in. The bathroom is a tiny spa experience, with awesome water temp and pressure. To the reviewers who commented about there not being any drawers for clothing, please note there is a door next to the water heater in the bed/bath area and if you open it, there are about 6 very deep shelves. These can serve as clothing storage. The closet is large, with plenty of hanging space. Towels and linens were ultra soft and smelled wonderful. The kitchen is well appointed, and the fridge worked really well. Be advised that the garage is good for any size vehicle, but for ease of parking and turning in to the property, a small to mid size vehicle is recommended. Book here with confidence!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

2/10 Terrible

lisa t.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Disappointed

While this location is fabulous- the features and amenities at the unit are bare bones. You get little for the price except the view. There was a note asking for tenants to give suggestions, here they are: Kleenex in the bathroom and more than 2 hand towels. An extra set of sheets would be nice for those with longer visits. Blankets for the best would also be nice for those of us who get cold. Mattresses sit on plywood- not comfortable. Need reostats on all ceiling lights- it is so bright in the entire unit you can’t even use the lights. Putting a tripod lamp in the living room and a lamp between the beds would definitely be an improvement. How about more hangers. And- cleaning the sofa would help. We did not use the dishwasher until the last day. When we opened the door to it, it slammed into my shin as the hinge was broken. I have been dealing with a gash for weeks. The house cleaner should have notified the owner when this first happen and it should have been taken care of before we arrived. All in all for the money a really disappointing VRBO. Way too much money for too little amenities. We would not recommend staying here until owners make it more enjoyable to use..
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

karl h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beach

Great place. Way closer to the beach than expected. The extra single bed in addition to the king was perfect for our single child family. Would absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Russell S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay

Just what we were looking for. Great dining and strolls on the beach.15 minutes from the soccer tournament and reasonably priced
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Sarah S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

August 2021

Everything was great. We were in the B unit, so be aware that that unit and the C unit are over the garage. So anyone coming and going you can hear the garage door right under the bedroom.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matt D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

We enjoyed our stay at this ideal location. A good basic rental right near the beach. The chairs and beach gear were a plus, and we had a wonderful time.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Frank J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Carlsbad spot.

Great location. Not too close or to far from downtown Carlsbad. 3 minute walk to the sand. Had everything you need (no oven though). Comfy bed, furniture and nicely updated. Beach chairs, ice chest, boogie boards and umbrella provided in garage. Couple bikes too. Overall great stay and value. Would come back again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sara S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing place

Love the location, beach, and house!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anastasia E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beach Perfection

This place is amazing! Steps from the beach, delicious food and friendly locals. It was perfect for the three of us. Everything you would need for a short or long stay. Waves crashing at night was the perfect sound to fall asleep to.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roger S.

Excellent property and killer location!

The apartment was neat and clean. The apt is nicely appointed, furniture, appliances, kitchen supplies, etc. The bed was extremely comfortable with clean sheets, blankets, etc. The location is phenomenal, literally 25 yards from PCH and the beach. Great place for a long weekend or a getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018
Verified

6/10 Okay

Rick N.

Shoulda/Coulda been perfect, but was just OK

First, let me say Denise and Jennifer were both very nice and I'm hopeful this place will be "finished" so it can be a 5 star experience for future guests. The location is very good, the place is fully remodeled and clean and having a garage is terrific. However, there was no dresser for clothes in the bedroom, the "curtains" didn't fully cover the windows and were so sheer you could see through them like they weren't even there. I had to go buy and install 2 smoke detectors as there were none. Totally do not understand why the second bed was put in the bedroom, mad the room too tight and a dresser would be much better. No place to put shampoo or soap in the shower, so I bought a shower caddie and installed it. The bathroom sink was too huge and thus virtually no counter top space. Same with the kitchen, almost no usable counter top space. both the refrigerator and pantry cabinet were brand new, but installed with the doors backwards so the functionality was terrible. These doors can be switched around by any handy-man in about 20 minutes and they really need to do this. The ceiling fan in the bedroom and the central heat worked about half the time and needed to have the circuit breaker switched on and off to work. This required removing a large picture off the bedroom wall over the bed. The bathroom door could not be fully shut or locked as the door handle and wall plate did not line up. The dish washer was not secured when it was installed, so it would tip down when the door was open and the rack pulled out. I went to Home Depot, bought the proper brackets and fixed it. Whomever designed this remodel was far more concerned with "looks" than "functionality." We felt that they must have "hurried" the remodel and were more concerned with getting it done and how it looked than weather it was completely finished and functional. If the things I listed are corrected I would certainly recommend this space, if they don't get corrected I would not recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 28 March 2020
Hi Rick, We will take care of the things mentioned. Thanks!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eric J.

Immaculately detailed & great location!

Highly detailed modern unit across the street from the beach. Beautifully and professionally decorated interior. Unbelievable location across the street from the beach, simply cannot be beat! Love the look and feel to this contemporary beach home. Garage parking provided was definitely a plus as well. Looking forward to our next stay in a couple of months. Thanks!
Response from VrboOwner on 28 March 2020
Thanks for the review, look forward to seeing you in Carlsbad again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Denise J.

Wonderful! Steps to the beach

Wonderful location, great view of the ocean from the living room. Loved how close the house is to the beach and short walk to the village. Awesome remodel, great decor, very clean.
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Sean O.

The room was like a Sauna

Early checkout never replied to questions close quarters. Would pick somewhere else next time
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2018

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