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5 Star Reviews! La Jolla Shores' Immaculate Mid-Century Cottage, Steps to Beach!

Cottage with a water park, 5-minute walk to La Jolla Beach

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Outdoor dining
Dining
Interior
Living area
Private kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 483.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

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La Jolla, CA
  • Place, La Jolla Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, La Jolla Shores Park
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Birch Aquarium
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

5 Star Reviews! La Jolla Shores' Immaculate Mid-Century Cottage, Steps to Beach!

Discover La Jolla and live like a lucky local in your uber-clean, quiet residential mid-century cottage just steps to La Jolla Shores Beach and seaside parks, and a half block to Avenida de la Playa’s “Shores Village’s” fine shops, restaurants, bike, surf and kayak rentals-- and just one mile to La Jolla's version of downtown: "The Village.". With a lovely private patio with fire bowl, a great layout for two couples or a family, and hospital-quality UVC Germicidal Light HVAC, this completely renovated 1950 cottage was created for the luxury traveler with modern flair and upscale eco-conscious finishes. Enjoy five-star bedding, linens, and privacy in this quiet residential location with ready access to freeways, Birch Aquarium, Del Mar Racetrack, Balboa Park, San Diego Zoo and Safari Park, Legoland, Sea World, and all beach cities. Friendly shared garage with room for your MID-SIZE vehicle. (Should this cottage be booked for your dates, please see its sister cottage, VRBO# 3573294)

• Best location in LJ Shores: JUST off the beaten path in quiet residential area 1/2 block to shops, restaurants, two blocks to the beach and three to La Jolla Beach and Tennis Club’s entrance.

• Shared two-car garage parking, (fits your one mid-size car or small SUV)

• Fenced front yard with raised patio deck with an umbrella-topped table and turf lawn. (A lovely place for morning coffee.)

• Fire bowl in second completely secluded patio for easy evening conversation.

• "Heavenly" beds with highest quality cotton bedding, feather beds, and blackout shades for easy sleep.

• Wifi , Flat panel HDTVs with extended cable offerings in living room and bedroom suites

• Perfect floor plan with bedrooms set at opposite ends of the living areas, each opening to the private back patio

• Fountains, gorgeous night lighting, sun loungers and wall sculpture.

• Walk just steps to Piatti, The Shorehouse or up the beach to Caroline's for breakfast, and enjoy the finest dining at every hour all along Avenida de la Playa, as well as kayak, bike, paddleboard and surfboard rentals and lessons.

• We provide the beach chairs, umbrellas and towels-- you provide the free-spirited fun!

**We offer a strictly non-smoking environment and invite discerning travelers who will appreciate and care for our property as if it were their own. Please do not inquire for larger groups, pets, or for stays less than one week, (Saturday to Saturday during the summer.)

• We treat all guests with equal respect and offer superb value, therefore we do not offer discounts. Ever. (Unless you are a snowbird staying for 30+ days during January, February and March.)

• One week minimum during summer, four persons maximum always. (Yes, babies, toddlers and kids are people, too!)

• Large PRIVATE courtyard patio with gorgeous evening lighting, fire bowl, water feature fountains, barbecue, plus private fenced entry patio with table, chairs and umbrella... (Patios are yours alone)

• Well-stocked kitchen with laundry stack

• Gas-only Fireplace

• SHARED garage parking for one car in two-car garage. This is the only shared area.

• Our to-the-studs renovation was carefully designed with top-of-the-line eco-responsible materials including stylish recycled concrete and glass flooring, backsplash and countertops, dimmable LED lighting, lo-flow wc, and energy-efficient appliances.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 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
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Non-smokers, and ONLY NON-SMOKERS, are welcome!

Important information

You need to know

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number 605241, STR-01047L
Property # 3556691

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

La Jolla

Located in La Jolla Shores, a neighbourhood in La Jolla, this cottage is near theme parks and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at La Jolla Beach and La Jolla Cove, while Waterfront Park and USS Midway Museum are popular area attractions. Check out an event or a game at Petco Park, and consider making time for San Diego Zoo, a top attraction not to be missed. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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La Jolla, CA

What's nearby

  • La Jolla Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • La Jolla Shores Park - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • University of California, San Diego - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • La Jolla Cove - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Birch Aquarium - 4 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Nobel Drive Station - 6 min drive
  • San Diego Coaster Sorrento Valley Station - 8 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sea & Sky - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Pinpoint Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Brockton Villa - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Marine Room - ‬8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is 5 Star Reviews! La Jolla Shores' Immaculate Mid-Century Cottage, Steps to Beach! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at 5 Star Reviews! La Jolla Shores' Immaculate Mid-Century Cottage, Steps to Beach!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 5 Star Reviews! La Jolla Shores' Immaculate Mid-Century Cottage, Steps to Beach!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 5 Star Reviews! La Jolla Shores' Immaculate Mid-Century Cottage, Steps to Beach!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 5 Star Reviews! La Jolla Shores' Immaculate Mid-Century Cottage, Steps to Beach! located?

Located in La Jolla Shores, this cottage is within a 15-minute walk of La Jolla Beach and University of California, San Diego. La Jolla Shores Park and La Jolla Cove are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 119 out of 124 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 124 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 124 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Trine M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic property and location.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This cottage was amazing - beautifully renovated, lovely indoor-outdoor spaces, and in the most central and convenient location. My family and I loved it and would love to stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We've been staying at Marilyn's cottage for years - it's our absolute favorite place in La Jolla. The cottage is immaculate and super close to shops/restaurants and La Jolla Shores beach. Marilyn is a gem and always responsive if little issues pop up during our stay. We look forward to returning year after year.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely, comfortable home in perfect location! Fully equipped kitchen, comfortable beds, and great outdoor space. Online photos are accurate. Super-responsive hosts. We loved it so much that mid-stay we rebooked for next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristen N.

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

Great Location and Clean

The home was clean and in a great location. Beds were very comfortable. Great place to stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheri S.

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

Perfect place next to everything

The property was ideal and steps away from restaurants and the beach. We really enjoyed lounging on the front and back patio, loved the set up and sliding patio doors throughout. Very well thought out, airy and clean. Owners were wonderful and very responsive.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

richard r.

Excellent accommodations for two couples. Terrific location near the beach!

This was our second stay and everything was perfect again. Marilyn is a very gracious host.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Marissa W.

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

Great place. Great location. Wonderful stay.

Lovely, very well-designed cottage on quiet, friendly street, just steps away from the shops and restaurants of Avenida de la Playa and blocks from the beach. Very clean and super comfortable accommodation with great hosts. Looking forward to our next trip!
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

BRETT M.

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

Lovely vacation rental

This is a great vacation rental. 10/10 would recommend and stay here again. This space worked amazing for our 2 and 4-year-old with this fenced-in yard.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our end of summer beach trip/my birthday trip and we all just needed to relax and swim in the ocean. This home was perfect for us. It is in the midst of some very cute surf shops, restaurants, ice cream shop that you just happen to walk through on your very short walk to the beach. The home is nice and clean with plenty of indoor and outdoor places to gather, and the bedrooms are nicely separated if you want a little space from kids. The owners were also lovely and checked in on us many times. We had a small maintenance issue that I felt so bad happened on our watch and the owner was so communicative and took care of it right away with a these things happen kind of attitude. I really appreciated the hosts so much! We would absolutely return to this home and La Jolla in the future!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn C.

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

La Jolla Shores Gem

Marilyn's cottage is adorable, well laid out, sparkling clean, and super convenient to La Jolla Shores beach and local restaurants and shops. We have enjoyed coming back year after year!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark C.

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

Wonderful Family Home

My family and I had a wonderful stay thanks in large part to this amazing cottage home. Clean, comfortable and centrally located. Great host as well. Highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve R.

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

Family Vacation

Great location! Able to walk to the beach and restaurants in the area and the house was great. The beds were very comfortable and the fire pit on the private patio was very nice in the evenings. Marilyn was great to work with. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Marissa W.

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

Our third year here

Wonderful cottage, with very com indoor and outdoor space. Great LJ Shores location. And the most attentive and lovely owners.
Stayed 12 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda F., Atlanta

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

True Gem in La Jolla Shores

I thoroughly enjoyed my stay - the place is perfect and in a great location. Short distance to the Main Street and a few blocks from the beach - can’t beat it. Everything is comfortable and I felt at home almost immediately. Highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary M.

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

great cottage and location

This cottage was exactly as advertised. Clean, comfortable, quiet, and walking distance to restaurants and the La Jolla Shores. Marilyn was quick and clear in her communication. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marissa W.

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

another perfect stay

I believe it is our fourth year coming back to this cottage. It is perfectly located - while only steps from the main drag of La Jolla Shores and a 5 minute walk to the beach, the street is quiet. The cottage and small patio and garden are beautifully maintained and very comfortable. The front gets sun all morning and the patio sun in the afternoon. Best of all are the lovely hosts who always make us feel welcome and are available to answer questions. We hope to be back again next year!
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heidi L.

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

Adorable place in awesome location

For our family of 3 (2 adults and 1 teen), this property was the perfect size. We walked to coffee and then down by the ocean every morning and then back to hang out at the patio table and enjoy the breeze. The unit was clean and had everything we needed to enjoy our stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary R.

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

Lovely beach holiday!

A beautiful property with well appointed spaces and comfortable beds! La Jolla shores within steps with amazing restaurants and coffee shops! Marilyn is excellent with communication! Garage was wonderful to have as was a holiday weekend and beach was busy. Would definitely stay there again! Thank you
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adam S., Los Altos

Beautiful Beach Villa Close to Everything in La Jolla

Impressed with the location and modern accommodations of this great La Jolla VRBO. Kids loved the firepit and bbq patio. Adults loved the outdoor picnic table, walking distance to dinner and surf shops for the kid's boogie boarding adventures. Plus only 8 minutes off the road to San Diego for trips to Mission Bay outings for biking, fishing and the Zoo.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2018

10/10 Excellent

Marta Q.

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

Fantastic Beach Accommodation!

The property was perfectly located within a 2 minute walk to the ocean and several fine indoor and outdoor dining opportunities. We found the house to be immaculate upon arrival, and fully stocked with everything you would need for a beach getaway. The manager of the property, Marilyn, was so kind and accommodating as well. Yes, we would love to come back and stay!
Stayed 21 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Brett M.

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

Favorite place to rent in La Jolla

This property is perfect, and the second time we have stayed. It accommodates our family of 4 perfectly. We have two young kids and the fenced-in front yard is lovely. Walking distance to the beach and restaurants. The beds are comfy. We will be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gino B., Louisville, CO

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

Hands-Down My Favorite Vacation Rental

This is the second time my family stayed at Marilyn’s property in La Jolla Shores and it won’t be the last. The house is EVERYTHING you could hope for in a rental property—clean house, ample room, lovely outdoor area with fire pit, and LOCATION…two blocks from the ocean. Marilyn is an A+ host. She is responsive, kind, and genuinely wants her guests to have a wonderful stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Marissa W.

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

Another great year

We love this house. It is pretty, clean, super comfortable, and convenient to restaurants and the beautiful La Jolla Shores beach. The owners are very responsive and helpful. We will be back next year. Arriving back feels like "coming home!"
Stayed 15 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thomas C.

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

Wonderful cozy cottage

This cottage is beautiful, clean and has everything you need. Complete with fire pit to make s’mores. Beautifully decorated as well. Great location. 5-10 min walk to beach. Perfect for family of 4. There is space for everyone to spread out if they want alone time. Lots of toiletries provided as well as plenty of towels
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by Marilyn

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We are enthusiastic five-star travelers who appreciate that YOUR holidays are precious, and we delight in providing what you expect from your luxury vacation stay. Greg has been La Jolla's top real estate agent for over 40 years and Marilyn works as his Marketing Associate. We are dedicated to ensuring you an upscale experience in our La Jolla Shores home.

Why they chose this property

Located just around the corner from La Jolla Shores Village's best restaurants and the beach, this mid-century modern gem was ready for a full renovation. A duplex attached by a thick block wall joining two separate courtyard patios, the two, one-level cottages are bright, open and fresh throughout. Seamless indoor-outdoor living in a superb location!

What makes this property unique

- Indoor-outdoor enjoyment with two private outdoor living areas
- Superb, quiet location in the heart of La Jolla Shores
- Bright, open interiors
- One-level ease

Languages:

English, Spanish

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