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A Beachfront Fairytale in Carlsbad

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A balcony with a wooden table and chairs, a grill, and a view of the ocean and palm trees.
A bedroom with a large bed, a ceiling fan, a view of the ocean, and a wicker chair.
A spacious living room with a large window overlooking the ocean, a comfortable sofa, a round coffee table, and a wicker chair.
A cozy room with wicker chairs, a round wooden table, and a view of the ocean through large windows.
A spacious kitchen with a central island, white cabinetry, and a view to the outside.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

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

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Balcony
  • Toys
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Pet-friendly

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

4 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Basement

1 Single Bed and 2 Double Beds

Primary bedroom

1 King Bed

Second bedroom

1 King Bed

Third bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Hallway bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Primary ensuite

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

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About the area

Carlsbad

Located on the beach, this holiday home is in North Beach, a neighbourhood in Carlsbad. Shoppers can check out Carlsbad Premium Outlets, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Carlsbad State Beach and Oceanside Beach. Ready for a night out? Consider The Camp Store and Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas. With surfing/body boarding, fishing and swimming nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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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
  • New Village Arts Theatre - 3 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Carlsbad Lagoon - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Holiday Park - 3 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Carlsbad Village Station - 7 min drive
  • Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Coyote Bar & Grill - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Board & Brew - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Better Buzz Coffee - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Pizza Port Brewing Company - ‬20 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is A Beachfront Fairytale in Carlsbad pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at A Beachfront Fairytale in Carlsbad?

As of 30 October 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at A Beachfront Fairytale in Carlsbad on 15 December 2026 start from NZ$3,906, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at A Beachfront Fairytale in Carlsbad?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at A Beachfront Fairytale in Carlsbad?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A Beachfront Fairytale in Carlsbad?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is A Beachfront Fairytale in Carlsbad located?

Nestled on the beach, this North Beach holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Carlsbad State Beach and Tamarack Beach. Carlsbad Lagoon and Holiday Park are also within 1 mile (2 km). Carlsbad Village Station is 21 minutes by foot.

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. 12 out of 12 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews

10/10

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
Beautiful beach view from a really nice condo.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 27 July 2026
Thank you so much for the lovely review! We’re so glad you enjoyed the condo and that beautiful beach view. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we’d love to welcome you back anytime in the future at any of our 70 coastal properties!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent Property, Prime Location

I couldn’t be happier with our stay a
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome Property and Location.

This is a tremendous property right in front of Tamarack beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 25 May 2024
Thank you for sharing your positive experience with us! We are thrilled to hear that you found the property to be tremendous and enjoyed its prime location in front of Tamarack beach. We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back in the near future at any of our 70+ coastal properties!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful property!

Excellent and clean right in the heart of Carlsbad. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 July 2025
Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed the cleanliness and location in the heart of Carlsbad. We truly appreciate the recommendation and hope to host you again soon at any of our 70 coastal properties.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family reunion

We came from Arizona and Nebraska for a family reunion. Our grandkids loved the time we spent on the beach because it was so accessible. When we weren’t at the beach itself the views from the house were amazing!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 April 2025
Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re thrilled to hear that you and your family had a memorable reunion and enjoyed the beach access and stunning views from the house. It sounds like the grandkids had a great time! We’d be happy to welcome you back to any of our 70 coastal properties whenever your next family gathering comes around. Looking forward to hosting you again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location, beautiful property very good layout, large and very spacious, nicely furnished, well stacked , clean and perfect from every aspect. Definitely deserves 5 stars. We also very much appreciated the beginners surfing board that allowed our son to learn to surf. Definitely recommend it
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 September 2025
Thank you so much for your glowing review! We’re delighted to hear you enjoyed the spacious layout, furnishings, and perfect location. It’s wonderful that your son was able to learn to surf with the board provided that makes us so happy! We truly appreciate your recommendation and would love to welcome you back at any of our 70 coastal properties.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family fun at the beach

Great property for family with attentive hosts, especially if you have young children. The downstairs bedroom has an adjacent play tunnel filled with toys. The upstairs bedroom has a balcony that is perfect for people watching and the setting sun over the ocean. Plenty of room for the family and nicely appointed with TV, kitchen items, and beach toys.
Stayed 28 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 26 October 2024
Thank you so much for your kind review! We’re delighted to hear that your family enjoyed the property, especially the play tunnel and toys for the little ones. It’s great to know the balcony view and amenities made your stay even more enjoyable. We’re thrilled that you found the home spacious and well-equipped for your family’s needs. We hope to welcome you back for another memorable stay at any of our 70+ coastal properties.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic Beach House

Location location! The house has everything you need for a family vacation. That being said , Lots of stairs, if you have small kiddos or elderly you gotta be careful. Very quiet neighborhood and the best sunset views. Loved watching the surfers too. BBQ could use an upgrade but overall my family had the best time and can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 13 June 2024
We sincerely appreciate you taking the time to share with us your experience. Thank you and we look forward to the next time we're able to host you again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful place, amazing location

The place was everything I expected from the listing. It’s such a nice, cozy space, the location can’t be beat, and they had everything we would need for our stay. We got a lot of use out of the beach items that they stocked. The downstairs room is great for kids. There are a lot of stairs but that was clear from the listing. The master suite is phenomenal. If you’re planning to cook you should be aware that there aren’t really any spices, oil, condiments, but to me that’s a small thing considering how awesome everything else was. I would stay here again in a heartbeat. It was just a lovely place!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 4 July 2024
We sincerely appreciate you taking the time to share with us your experience. Thank you and we hope to make your next visit just as positive. Have an amazing day!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is the third time we have stayed in this home! It works well for our family. Lots of space and so convenient to the beach. It is well stocked with all the beach necessities. We will be back next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 9 August 2026
Thank you so much for your wonderful review and for choosing to stay with us for the third time! We’re thrilled to hear that the home continues to work well for your family and that you enjoy the convenient location and well-stocked beach amenities. We truly appreciate your continued support and look forward to welcoming you back anytime at any of our 70 coastal properties.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 11 March 2025
Thank you for your 5-star review! We're so glad you had a great experience. We’d love to host you again at any of our 70 coastal properties!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 September 2024
Thank you for the five stars! We’re so glad you enjoyed your stay. We hope to see you again soon at any of our 70+ coastal properties.
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