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Charming Beach Cottage with Ocean Views: 5-minute walk from beach & shops

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A house with a sloped roof, surrounded by a white picket fence and blooming pink roses.
A wooden deck with outdoor furniture, including a table and chairs, and a patio umbrella.
A living room with a beige sofa, patterned cushions, a coffee table with decorative items, a bookshelf with various objects, and a window with a view of trees.
A living room with a sofa, armchair, and coffee table. There is a fireplace with a mantel and a television.
A two-story house with a front porch, a staircase, and a small garden area.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Balcony
    A rare find - enjoy views from the balcony.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Del Mar Beach

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Dog-friendly
  • Barbecue
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Del Mar, CA
  • Place, Del Mar Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Del Mar Plaza
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Seagrove Park
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Kids Room

2 Single Bunk Beds

Master bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Del Mar

Located in Del Mar, this holiday home is in the city centre and near the beach. Westfield UTC and Carlsbad Premium Outlets are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Del Mar Beach and Moonlight State Beach. Del Mar Fairgrounds and LEGOLAND® California are not to be missed. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking nearby.
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Del Mar, CA

What's nearby

  • Del Mar Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Medici Galleria - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Del Mar Plaza - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Seagrove Park - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Del Mar Fairgrounds - 2 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • Solana Beach Station - 12 min drive
  • Sorrento Valley Station - 12 min drive
  • Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Monarch Ocean Pub - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Wing Tent - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Jake's Del Mar - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Better Buzz Coffee - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Stratford Court Cafe - ‬2 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming Beach Cottage with Ocean Views: 5-minute walk from beach & shops pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Charming Beach Cottage with Ocean Views: 5-minute walk from beach & shops?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Charming Beach Cottage with Ocean Views: 5-minute walk from beach & shops?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Beach Cottage with Ocean Views: 5-minute walk from beach & shops?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Charming Beach Cottage with Ocean Views: 5-minute walk from beach & shops located?

Located in the heart of Del Mar, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Del Mar Plaza and Del Mar Beach. Del Mar Fairgrounds and Seagrove Park are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 71 out of 78 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 78 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 78 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 78 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 78 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great experience
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming old house in the heart of del mar close to camino del mar and powerhouse park.Nice backyard and beach toys provided.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This charming house is in the best location in Del Mar, very walkable around the city. We appreciated all the beach toys and amenities within the house. The beds were comfortable and the living room was well appointed for comfort. The WiFi works well ans tv options are great for when you’re not at the beach!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is an ideal location in Del Mar on a quite street with an easy walk to the beach and to the restaurants downtown.
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
The house was a bit warm because of the unseasonable warm weather. The fans helped but since there were only a couple windows with screens, we did not open windows for outside air flow.The location is ideal, walking distance to everything.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A charming beach cottage in an ideal location. It is clear that the owner’s family loves the cottage.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 16 September 2025
Thanks see you again?
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location! Charming home. Felt like home!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family Get Away

This home has been great for our family. We have stayed here before and we still love it. The yard is beautiful and fun for the kids. Its proximity to the beach is so convenient. Great place!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Charming Del Mar Cottage

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Communication with host was easy. Superb location!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great beach house

Gary’s house was everything we needed for our beach vacation. When we visit Del Mar again it will be our first choice.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 14 July 2023
Thanks, see you next summer
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Del Mar Get Away

This is the third time we have stayed at this home. We love the home, yard, proximity to he beach, and Sea World, Always a fun family get away.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Perfect location and home!

My family of 4 loved our stay in Del Mar at this sweet cottage. The location can’t be beat, the home is well appointed and cozy. We used the yard and outside shower and boogie boards, all details that made our stay fantastic. Close to restaurants and beaches. We hope to return!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect location!!!

We loved our stay at this really cute cottage. The house had everything we needed and was super close to our favorite beach in Del Mar. The kitchen is a cook’s kitchen, we enjoyed it very much. The beautiful gardens and proximity to the beach cannot be topped. We will be back!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 August 2023
Thanks look forward to hosting you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Outstanding stay

This was the best experience we’ve encountered in a VRBO home. Everything was superb. I would stay again in this venue at a future time. Thank youGary for allowing us to experience your classic home.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was well stocked and very comfortable. We had the things needed to feel at home—like napkins! And soaps at the sinks! Great location despite having no view. Liked the deck. We sat there a lot. Clean. Easy check-in. Parking!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful cottage in a great spot

Had a wonderful time. House is located in a great spot within walking distance to everything we needed, and so close to the beach. Cottage is beautiful and kept up pretty well. Wish we could have used the treehouse, but it needs some repairs and to be cleaned out. Overall, great experience.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We love this beautiful beach cottage! This was our second stay and we will definitely be back! Gary is a great host, he is fast to respond and provides all of the details we need. We love the boogie boards, beach chairs, chef’s kitchen, beautiful gardens, bbq, patio and laundry. My husband left a baseball hat on our last stay and it was there to welcome us. We love the location, and can’t wait to go back again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Rose cottage

The kids loved the treehouse and swing. The warm outdoor shower was a novelty for them after a sandy beach adventure. The best part was that they could walk everywhere.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 February 2024
Thanks, see you again
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really enjoyed our stay. Check in and check out were super easy. The house was very close to the beach and shopping. Ceiling fans in at least 2 rooms helped on warm days. The house was clean and had everything we needed, including things for the beach. Loved the outdoor shower. That was a huge bonus. Our host was helpful in his communications to us. We had a great vacation and would stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Turning 60 with friends

The Beach House is in an absolutely wonderful location in Del Mar, a two minute walk to amazing coffee at Little Joy followed by a cool, quiet morning walk along Del Mar Beach. Gary is a great host, available and responsive.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Love This Fairy Tale Cottage !

This adorable fairy tale cottage is the perfect fit for our family. (My husband, myself, our teenage twin granddaughters and our little dog) We're repeat guests and would love to spend every spring break here! We love it that much! A nice little break from the Colorado snow. The location is perfect, with nice private driveway, close to parks, beach, shopping and dining. We only used our car twice in the week, to go to the market. The Cottage is very well maintained, with a warm, homey feel. Beautiful kitchen for cooking, deck for eating, reading and sunning. The garage has everything needed for a fun day at the beach. Laundy in basement was handy. We consider it our perfect getaway place! The Lallier Family
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 8 April 2024
Thanks for the kind words and will see you again
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a charming and unique home. The photos don't do justice! The interior has so many original features and built ins and the detail and craftsmanship is impressive. People walking by would stop every day to comment or ask about the home. The location is easily walkable to all the shops and restaurants just a half a block to the east and the beach a block to the west. Having parking in this coveted neighborhood made it easy to leave the car and walk all week and my pup enjoyed the huge grassy yard. The garage had beach chairs, boogie boards, sand toys, etc available. Especially enjoyed the enclosed outdoor shower! Would love to return sometime - it was a great week!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thank you, Gary and family, for sharing your beautiful cottage with us. I’m almost hesitant to write this review because I don’t want to let the secret out! It was peaceful, quiet, beautifully appointed, and had everything we needed. Evenings in the yard, beneath the blossoming pepper tree and the glow of the moonlight, felt absolutely magical. Falling asleep to the sound of the ocean each night was pure bliss. We’re so grateful for such a relaxing getaway and can’t wait to return. Thank you again for your wonderful hospitality! We send you all good wishes :)
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 5 July 2026
Thanks and will see you again
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great

Great experience and location. Thank you!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fall Break

Home is in a great location. Walk to the beach, great restaurants and some shopping. We all enjoyed our visit to DEl Mar!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022
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