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San Clemente Charmer - Blue Whale Inn #A
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10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4
Popular amenities
Explore the area
San Clemente, CA
- San Clemente Pier2 min walk
- Casa Romantica5 min walk
- San Clemente State Beach5 min drive
- Orange County, CA (SNA-John Wayne)35 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 4)
Bedroom
1 Queen Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
About this property
San Clemente Charmer - Blue Whale Inn #A
Love San Clemente's great weather and relaxing beach vibe but not the prices? The pricing of this unit reflects its pros & cons. Pros: View of ocean!! Super convenient - just a short walk to the beach, scenic walking trails, coffee shops/restaurants. Private balcony, BBQ, and kitchenette. Cons: Unit is on the smaller size; perfect for singles, a couple, or small family; some noise potential. Additional info: Bedroom sleeps 2 (queen bed), two extra folding cots in closet.
* Private balcony with views and BBQ (propane)
* High-speed internet via WiFi / Ethernet also available
* Smart TV: Netflix and Amazon Prime capable with your username and password
* Beds: bedroom - 1 queen; two folding single beds in closet
* Ceiling fans in each room/ Portable fan in closet/ No AC
* Laundry: Coin operated washer & dryer in garage (need quarters $1.25 wash and $1.25 dry or can pay with phone app)
* "Mr. Coffee" coffee maker - uses filters (not Keurig pods)
* Beach equipment: wagon, beach chairs, umbrella, and towels
* Family games: Monopoly, Uno, Tangrams, etc.
* Garage: 1 car maximum (garage). A crew cab truck will not fit in garage.
* Street parking: for oversized SUV w/roof-rack, etc.
* E-V charger for electric cars. No additional fee.
Manager available on-site and/or via cell phone.
San Clemente’s “signature” palm-covered umbrellas line San Clemente State Beach (.2 miles away - walking distance), providing a sense of tropical serenity to your visit as you relax in the shade. Volleyball nets and fire-pits for roasting marshmallows add to this beach’s charm. Be sure to take a walk along the historic San Clemente Pier where you will see fishermen casting their nets and if lucky, you’ll spot some dolphins or whales. Grab some clam chowder while at the base of the pier or stop by Fisherman’s Restaurant. Great surfing at this beach is a given. Note: Dogs are not allowed on the beach or on the pier, but there are great walking trails for Fido all along the beach. (See San Clemente Coastal Trail - directions) While on the walking trail, keep your eyes open for hidden painted rocks, painted by local artists! You might also find these hidden gems in Downtown San Clemente (see directions), the quintessential California beach town!
TRAIN STATIONS
Amtrak Pacific Surfliner (walking distance) - take train to San Diego or LA
Metro (about a mile) - take metro to nearby coastal towns
SAN CLEMENTE COASTAL WALKING TRAIL
Just head toward the pier (0.2 miles away) and there is a trail adjacent to the train tracks that extends 2.3 miles (about a mile in each direction from the pier) along the San Clemente Coast. This is a relatively flat trail and beautiful coastal views can be seen for the entirety of the walk making it one of our favorite San Clemente walking trails.
DOWNTOWN SAN CLEMENTE Avenida Del Mar & Camino Del Mar
quintessential California beach town with trend shops and dining
GEAR RENTAL
Bicycles San Clemente, 1900 E. El Camino Real
San Clemente Cyclery, 2801 S. Camino Real
San Clemente Surfboard Rentals , 820 S. Camino Real St. L
San Clemente Electric Bikes and Rentals, 2345 S El Camino Real
SAN CLEMENTE SURF SCHOOL - 2102 S. Camino Real
Surfing, windsurfing, kitesurfing and gear rentals
Convenient meeting location at the pier;
SAN CLEMENTE MUNICIPAL GOLF COURSE - 150 E. Avenida Magdalena
Well manicured public golf course
OUTLET STORES - 101 W Avenida Vista Hermosa, San Clemente, CA 92672
Just off interstate 5 - a plethora of outlet stores including Nike, Calvin Klein, Converse, Loft and more
RAINBOW SANDALS - 326 Calle de los Molinos
A “staple” of beach-living in San Clemente, Rainbow sandals are world renowned for comfort and quality. Great gifts too!
SAN CLEMENTE LIBRARY 242 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente
Spanish-styled architecture, outside lawn for picnics, easy walk from pier, great selection of books
CASA ROMANTICA LOCAL CULTURAL CENTER AND GARDENS - 415 Avenida Granada, San Clemente
Beautiful grounds; local history lesson!
SURFING HERITAGE and CULTURE CENTER - 110 Calle Iglesia, San Clemente, CA 92672
Original boards, photographs - a must if you enjoy surfing and want to learn more about the history of the sport
Nearby Beaches:
San Onofre Beach 3 miles south of San Clemente on Interstate 5 at Basilone Road - dog friendly trails
Trestles Beach (1/w mile walk from parking area) - hard to get to but well worth-it for surfers.
To ensure an enjoyable stay while respecting our home and community, please note the following house rules:
* Check-in: 4 pm or thereafter // Check-out: 10 am
* Dog-friendly. Must be house-trained.
* Dogs may not be left unattended in unit if they are barkers/whiners.
* All vacation rentals in San Clemente have strict noise rules after 10 pm.
* Private balcony with views and BBQ (propane)
* High-speed internet via WiFi / Ethernet also available
* Smart TV: Netflix and Amazon Prime capable with your username and password
* Beds: bedroom - 1 queen; two folding single beds in closet
* Ceiling fans in each room/ Portable fan in closet/ No AC
* Laundry: Coin operated washer & dryer in garage (need quarters $1.25 wash and $1.25 dry or can pay with phone app)
* "Mr. Coffee" coffee maker - uses filters (not Keurig pods)
* Beach equipment: wagon, beach chairs, umbrella, and towels
* Family games: Monopoly, Uno, Tangrams, etc.
* Garage: 1 car maximum (garage). A crew cab truck will not fit in garage.
* Street parking: for oversized SUV w/roof-rack, etc.
* E-V charger for electric cars. No additional fee.
Manager available on-site and/or via cell phone.
San Clemente’s “signature” palm-covered umbrellas line San Clemente State Beach (.2 miles away - walking distance), providing a sense of tropical serenity to your visit as you relax in the shade. Volleyball nets and fire-pits for roasting marshmallows add to this beach’s charm. Be sure to take a walk along the historic San Clemente Pier where you will see fishermen casting their nets and if lucky, you’ll spot some dolphins or whales. Grab some clam chowder while at the base of the pier or stop by Fisherman’s Restaurant. Great surfing at this beach is a given. Note: Dogs are not allowed on the beach or on the pier, but there are great walking trails for Fido all along the beach. (See San Clemente Coastal Trail - directions) While on the walking trail, keep your eyes open for hidden painted rocks, painted by local artists! You might also find these hidden gems in Downtown San Clemente (see directions), the quintessential California beach town!
TRAIN STATIONS
Amtrak Pacific Surfliner (walking distance) - take train to San Diego or LA
Metro (about a mile) - take metro to nearby coastal towns
SAN CLEMENTE COASTAL WALKING TRAIL
Just head toward the pier (0.2 miles away) and there is a trail adjacent to the train tracks that extends 2.3 miles (about a mile in each direction from the pier) along the San Clemente Coast. This is a relatively flat trail and beautiful coastal views can be seen for the entirety of the walk making it one of our favorite San Clemente walking trails.
DOWNTOWN SAN CLEMENTE Avenida Del Mar & Camino Del Mar
quintessential California beach town with trend shops and dining
GEAR RENTAL
Bicycles San Clemente, 1900 E. El Camino Real
San Clemente Cyclery, 2801 S. Camino Real
San Clemente Surfboard Rentals , 820 S. Camino Real St. L
San Clemente Electric Bikes and Rentals, 2345 S El Camino Real
SAN CLEMENTE SURF SCHOOL - 2102 S. Camino Real
Surfing, windsurfing, kitesurfing and gear rentals
Convenient meeting location at the pier;
SAN CLEMENTE MUNICIPAL GOLF COURSE - 150 E. Avenida Magdalena
Well manicured public golf course
OUTLET STORES - 101 W Avenida Vista Hermosa, San Clemente, CA 92672
Just off interstate 5 - a plethora of outlet stores including Nike, Calvin Klein, Converse, Loft and more
RAINBOW SANDALS - 326 Calle de los Molinos
A “staple” of beach-living in San Clemente, Rainbow sandals are world renowned for comfort and quality. Great gifts too!
SAN CLEMENTE LIBRARY 242 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente
Spanish-styled architecture, outside lawn for picnics, easy walk from pier, great selection of books
CASA ROMANTICA LOCAL CULTURAL CENTER AND GARDENS - 415 Avenida Granada, San Clemente
Beautiful grounds; local history lesson!
SURFING HERITAGE and CULTURE CENTER - 110 Calle Iglesia, San Clemente, CA 92672
Original boards, photographs - a must if you enjoy surfing and want to learn more about the history of the sport
Nearby Beaches:
San Onofre Beach 3 miles south of San Clemente on Interstate 5 at Basilone Road - dog friendly trails
Trestles Beach (1/w mile walk from parking area) - hard to get to but well worth-it for surfers.
To ensure an enjoyable stay while respecting our home and community, please note the following house rules:
* Check-in: 4 pm or thereafter // Check-out: 10 am
* Dog-friendly. Must be house-trained.
* Dogs may not be left unattended in unit if they are barkers/whiners.
* All vacation rentals in San Clemente have strict noise rules after 10 pm.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
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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 fire extinguisher
About the area
San Clemente
San Clemente is home to this apartment. Mission San Juan Capistrano and Casa Romantica are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Bamboo and Beyond and Ocean Institute. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Dana Hills Tennis Center or Laguna Niguel Regional Park Tennis Center.
San Clemente, CA
What's nearby
- San Clemente Pier - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
- Casa Romantica - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
- Avenida del Mar - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
- San Clemente City Beach - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
- San Clemente State Beach - 5 min drive - 3.8 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Starbucks - 12 min walk
- Bear Coast Coffee - 4 min walk
- Taco Bell - 13 min walk
- Rare Society Steakhouse - 9 min walk
- Sur Coffee - 15 min walk
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Shane Garrity
Hello! I love San Clemente, and I enjoy helping my family with our beach rentals in this relaxing California beach town. I am currently working as a Data Scientist at a software company. I hope you enjoy your stay at my family's apartment building! It has become a special place for us, and I hope it will become a special place for you as well.
Why they chose this property
Neighborhood Overview
San Clemente’s signature palm-covered umbrellas line San Clemente State Beach (two blocks away - walking distance), providing a sense of tropical serenity to your visit as you relax in the shade. Volleyball nets and fire-pits for roasting marshmallows add to this beach’s charm. Be sure to take a walk along the historic San Clemente Pier where you will see fishermen casting their nets and if lucky, you’ll spot some dolphins or whales. Grab a snack while at the base of the pier or stop by Fisherman’s Restaurant. Great surfing at this beach is a given. Note: Dogs are not allowed on the beach or on the pier, but there are great walking trails for Fido all along the beach. While on the walking trail, keep your eyes open for hidden painted rocks, painted by local artists! You might also find these hidden gems in Downtown San Clemente, the quintessential California beach town!
San Clemente’s signature palm-covered umbrellas line San Clemente State Beach (two blocks away - walking distance), providing a sense of tropical serenity to your visit as you relax in the shade. Volleyball nets and fire-pits for roasting marshmallows add to this beach’s charm. Be sure to take a walk along the historic San Clemente Pier where you will see fishermen casting their nets and if lucky, you’ll spot some dolphins or whales. Grab a snack while at the base of the pier or stop by Fisherman’s Restaurant. Great surfing at this beach is a given. Note: Dogs are not allowed on the beach or on the pier, but there are great walking trails for Fido all along the beach. While on the walking trail, keep your eyes open for hidden painted rocks, painted by local artists! You might also find these hidden gems in Downtown San Clemente, the quintessential California beach town!
What makes this property unique
Getting Around
The unit is within walking distance of just about everywhere. It’s less than 5 minutes to the beach, Pier, coffee shops, the Amtrak train station (an easy ride to San Diego) and restaurants & shops on Del Mar Street. // The unit has an attached garage with a laundry machine (uses quarters). Guests can park 2 cars on the property - one inside the garage & one in the driveway (in front of first car). Please remember to close the garage door after you park your car. There is also free street parking.
The unit is within walking distance of just about everywhere. It’s less than 5 minutes to the beach, Pier, coffee shops, the Amtrak train station (an easy ride to San Diego) and restaurants & shops on Del Mar Street. // The unit has an attached garage with a laundry machine (uses quarters). Guests can park 2 cars on the property - one inside the garage & one in the driveway (in front of first car). Please remember to close the garage door after you park your car. There is also free street parking.
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