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Outdoor dining
The dining room table expands to accommodate up to 8 people
Interior
Terrace/patio
Dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Hot tub
  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

Map
Del Mar, CA
  • Torrey Pines State Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Del Mar Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Del Mar Racetrack
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

A Beautiful, Custom, Private Home Located In South Del Mar-Beach Walk-5 Minutes

A spectacular newly built modern home located just north of San Diego and La Jolla and just south of Del Mar.

Look no further, you have found a truly beautiful home to vacation in. Filled with tasteful art and intimate spaces, come relax in the many open air "hang outs" after an excellent day at the beach, an incredible score at Torrey Pines Golf Course, or a handful of victories at Del Mar Horse Racing Track.

Guests will have access to the entire 3-story house excluding the garage and storage room. Full kitchen and outdoor BBQ island.
DVD library, HD channels, and Internet available.

My neighborhood is very architecturally diverse. It is book ended by the State park to the north and the lagoon to the south. Natural beauty abounds. This is one of the most sought after beach communities in San Diego. There are 4, and soon to be 5, excellent restaurants within a 2 minute walk.

There is a train station to the north and south. The public bus stop is right on the coast directly west, about a 5 minute walk.
You are going to have an EXCELLENT experience in my home. Pets? - let's talk about it. Families are welcome.

The house is located about 17 miles north of the San Diego airport. It's about 2 miles west of the Interstate 5 freeway. The nearest train station is about 5 miles north in Solana Beach. There are usually plenty of taxis at the train station and airport.

Property manager

Cameron Thorburn

Languages

English

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 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

Pets allowed
Let's talk about it
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Just have fun and please be tidy.

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 523246, STR-04347L

About the area

Del Mar

Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Del Mar Heights, a neighbourhood in Del Mar. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Del Mar Beach and Mission Bay, while Del Mar Fairgrounds and Birch Aquarium are popular area attractions. Check out an event or a game at Del Mar Racetrack, and consider making time for Belmont Park, 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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Del Mar, CA

What's nearby

  • Torrey Pines State Beach - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Del Mar Beach - 5 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Free Flight - 6 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Del Mar Racetrack - 6 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Del Mar Fairgrounds - 7 min drive - 4.9 km

Getting around

  • Voigt Drive Station - 7 min drive
  • San Diego Coaster Sorrento Valley Station - 13 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Bird Rock Coffee Roasters - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Roberto's Mexican Food - ‬1 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is A Beautiful, Custom, Private Home Located In South Del Mar-Beach Walk-5 Minutes pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at A Beautiful, Custom, Private Home Located In South Del Mar-Beach Walk-5 Minutes?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A Beautiful, Custom, Private Home Located In South Del Mar-Beach Walk-5 Minutes?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is A Beautiful, Custom, Private Home Located In South Del Mar-Beach Walk-5 Minutes located?

Located in Del Mar Heights, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve and Torrey Pines State Beach. Del Mar Beach and Del Mar Plaza are also within 3 miles (5 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. 107 out of 113 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 113 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 113 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 113 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 113 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dave L.

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

I love this house!

This home is totally unique with a lot of beautiful and personal touches. There are balconies everywhere and the rooftop area is spectacular!It is actually much better than the photos.A really great place to stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria Rosa S.

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

Wonderful stay

Great location! Beautiful house with very nice spaces. Cam was always available and make us feel as home. Looking foward to come back.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia S.

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

Great Place!

We truly enjoyed our stay. Fantastic host!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diana N.

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

Wedding weekend at Torrey Pines

House is beautiful and so unique! Close to beach and a quick drive to Torrey Pines. Perfect location and so appreciate personal touches by host!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela C.

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

Great Getaway

Perfect home for a beach getaway. Walking distance to beach, 4 restaurants, and convenience store. Also great location for sightseeing, not far from all the sights of San Diego and surrounding areas. Property had all necessities. Very pleased! Thank you!
Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda B., San Diego, CA

Beautiful views, easy walk to Torrey Pines and beach

Comfortable and unique furnishings.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Danny H.

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

Great house

Cam is a great host whose love and care for his home is everywhere.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica R.

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

3x and its still a charm

This was our 3rd stay at this property. The location is great, walkable to good restaurants, coffee and the beach. Communication with Cam is very timely. Thank you for sharing your home. We hope to see you again next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

David O.

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

Couldn’t have been better

The house had everything we needed. Outside space for the boys to play, great views, great beds, great kitchen.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

lulu w.

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

Wonderful

Our stay at Cameron’s beautiful house was terrific. Beautiful, very clean house, great location and wonderful host who responded immediately to any questions. Loved it!
Stayed 30 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy H.

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

Del Mar diamond

Our family had a wonderful experience at this property. Everything was clean, comfortable and well appointed. We loved the rooftop deck overlooking the ocean, interesting architecture, and collection of original artwork throughout the house. A step up from your typical VRBO experience. The location is perfect for walks to the beach, around the corner for coffee, and easy access to the freeway. Check in/out was seamless. We hope to return. Thank you Cam!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

phyllis d.

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

Gorgeous House

The house was filled with beautiful pottery, paintings, and design objects. It was immaculate, comfortable and spacious. The house is much nicer than the pics show. I will definitely recommend to friends.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Edward G.

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

Del Mar Relaxing

Great stay at a beautiful property! Our only complaint was the construction that started sometimes at 5:30-6 am. Other than that, it was fabulous and Cam is a super host!!!
Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Katie C.

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

Loved this property!

We were extremely happy with our stay here, and have already recommended to others! This is such a unique home, in a fabulous location. We had plenty of room for our family of 5 and loved all the outdoor spaces. The house is walking distance to one of the best beaches in the area, near a handful of great restaurants, and in a quiet neighborhood. Cam was so friendly and helpful, and we had everything we needed for a fabulous beach vacation. My only regret is that we couldn’t stay longer.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin W., Boston, MA

Del Mar house with character and quiet

We arrived to a super clean house all set up for a week of relaxation. The house has lots of cool art and many wonderful places to enjoy being outside. Beautiful gardens/landscaping. Super cool neighborhood perfect for walks to beach. Cameron was quick to respond to requests and made sure we had everythin we needed for a relaxing week. Really wonderful VRBO experience!
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Susan B.

Beautiful home and location

This is a very special place and Cameron is a wonderful host. We've been visiting Del Mar for 40 years but had never stayed in Torrey Pines. We loved it there. Cameron's home is beautiful and filled with art, yet very comfortable. The setting overlooking the lagoon is quiet and peaceful. It's a five minute walk to Torrey Pines State Beach. Our little grandson loved riding there in the wagon that Cameron provides. We loved the views from the upper deck, enjoying sunsets and dinners up there. We hope to return!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

Nick B., Oakdale Ca

Absolutely Great Place to Stay!!

The house itself is very cool, interesting architectural design, cool layout etc. Adding the location on top of that, makes the place amazing - there are 4 restaurants, a convenience store and a great coffee shop within 3 blocks. The beach is about 1/4 to 1/2 mile walk and is one of the better beaches in the SD area - we had driven down to Coronado and after about 30 minutes realized we liked the beach next to this place more and just went back there for the day. My family stayed here for a week and didn't want to leave at all - hands down was in our top 3 family vacations of all time. I would highly recommend to anyone, if you are reading this and on the fence - don't hesitate to book it, you will not regret it.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Maria S.

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

We loved our stay at this beautiful perfectly located home

We had a wonderful stay at this vacation house and it's one of our favorite homes we have vacationed in. We were coming into San Diego to visit our student at UCSD and this is a great house for parents of UCSD students coming into town. It's conveniently located a few minutes drive from campus and it's just a short walk from a beautiful beach. The home was clean, and beautifully decorated. There was lots of space for all of us and our two teenagers travelling with us loved they could walk to coffee, pizza, tacos and the beach very easily. We are looking forward to our next visit and plan to make this our home base when traveling to San Diego with our teenage kids. This was a perfect vacation rental, with comfortable beds, everything we needed in the kitchen and a beautiful home.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Perfect beach property

Not on the beach so it’s quiet and not crowded Close to everything and the 5 freeway is 3 minutes away The upper deck has a very cool view and seating to enjoy coffee or cocktails before dinner It’s perfect to watch the sunset over the ocean Beds are very comfortable The only issue we had was the grill didn’t get hot enough to seat the tri tip we bought at Seaside Market. I had to moved the whole preparation inside to the oven The art all over the house is really cool and gives the house character. This is a great house and great location I recommend it highly
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Scott V.

Amazing home near great family friendly beach

Loved the decor. This home features quite a bit of interesting art work. Enjoyed plugging in the iPhone and dancing on the upstairs lookout floor as well as lounging in the Tv room watching one of the many great flicks Owner has available. Great grill but make sure to turn on the rotisserie if you need to get it hot. Cooks chicken like a charm. Beach is a really close walk and the spot by the bridge is great for toddlers. Lots of kitchen amenities including a ton of spices but keep an eye out for out-of-date items. There is a train that runs nearby, and you can hear it run by with horn at night.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Cheryl R., Henderson, Nevada

Thornburn property in Del Mar made for a wonderful vacation

The Thornburn property was wonderful for our beach vacation! It was well appointed and very clean. The short walk from the house to the Torrey Pines beach was easy and the beach is beautiful. The house is well located with views of the ocean and the estuary at Torrey Pines beach. There are several lovely private spots on the property for quiet reflection, outdoor dining and reading. The roof top deck with its ocean view was a favorite. There are several steps within the home to reach the different levels so someone that has trouble navigating stairs may find it a challenge. We however loved the different levels of the home and found it made for interesting architecture and the views from the bedroom level and the rooftop were excellent. The owner was very responsive and easy to work with which made our vacation at his home very stress free.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Sabine D.

Serene, beautiful and residential

We spent one week with our family of four adults at Cameron's beautiful, Spanish-style home and it was one of our best Xmas vacations. It felt like home away from home as Cameron's house is very comfortable in part because of his apparent love for architecture, art and playful decor. The location was perfect, just a short walk to the beach and state park and right across the street from a day-time roost of a family of night herons, perfect for us nature lovers. When we came back from watching the sunset on the beach, the herons left for their night shift feeding in the saltmarsh and during the day they were snoozing right across from us while we were lounging on the rooftop terrace. The latter was our preferred spot to relax when we were home during the day, and the views of the sunset, salt marsh and beach were beautiful. Thank you, Cameron.

6/10 Okay

Jill G.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

LOCATION

The location to the beach is wonderful. If that is # one, then a great place to stay. Could it use a deep clean, absolutely. Day one, I bought a new coffee maker, toilet paper, laundry detergent and other basics. I do not think that is too much to ask, that those basics would be there. I unclogged two drains, emptied one of the vacuums (yuck). I stayed a month so I got a good idea of the area. Can it be a bit noisy, yup! It is near the beach and three small restaurants, so smells and noise are inevitable. He is nice and responsive.....but are there issues, yes
Stayed 28 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica R.

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

Loved it Two Times

Our recent stay at this Del Mar Heights property was the second for our family in the past few years. The decision to return reflects how much we enjoyed the property (and location) during our initial visit; and the return engagement did not disappoint. This wonderfully eclectic property again served as an ideal base for our family vacation. The well-equipped home has plenty of spaces to gather – or retreat – as desired, and a third-floor, ocean-view deck serves as a perfect spot for morning coffee or an evening beverage. The home is located in walking distance from the Torrey Pines State Beach and a variety of eateries, and just a short drive from Del Mar Beach and the nearby shopping district. As was the case with our original stay, the property owner was terrific in terms of communication and responsiveness and was truly committed to ensuring we had an enjoyable experience. We look forward to our next visit to Del Mar and, we hope, this property!
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica R.

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

This Delightfully Eclectic Del Mar Home is the Perfect Base for a San Diego-Area Escape

This wonderfully eclectic property served as an ideal base for our recent vacation in the San Diego area. Nestled in a Del Mar Heights neighborhood, the home’s three levels and multiple outdoor patios, balconies, and decks provided our family with plenty of space to gather together for meals and conversation, and to separate when we craved space to relax. The home is bright and quirky with a remarkable assortment of whimsical décor. Our favorite spot was the third-floor deck, which we affectionately termed the crow’s nest. The deck serves as a perfect spot to enjoy a cup of coffee and a good book in the morning, offering scenic views of the hills and ocean in the distance. Speaking of the ocean, the home is conveniently located in walking distance from the Pacific Ocean (Torrey Pines State Park). And the Powerhouse Park and Beach, Solana Beach, and many other Del Mar dining and shopping amenities are located just a short drive away. Even closer is a trendy coffee shop (Bird Rock Coffee Roasters) and several dining options (we particularly enjoyed Roberto’s, a great little taco stand, and the West End Bar & Kitchen for lunch or dinner) – all just a short walk away. The owner was gracious in providing a thorough overview of the property at check-in and immediately responsive when we had a minor issue with the hot water (which we had unknowingly caused by accidentally tripping the switch to the hot water tank). The home has everything you need to enjoy your time at the property (grill, kitchen accessories, washer and dryer, etc.), and even some gear (boogie boards, footballs, etc.) for the beach. All told, our experience with this property and owner was outstanding, which contributed to a very enjoyable escape to one of our very favorite destinations.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

About the host

Hosted by Cameron Thorburn

Host profile image
I am a single father of two. I work in the film and TV industry in Hollywood. I've been a world traveler since my early twenties and really enjoy the traveling experience.

Why they chose this property

I live by myself most of the time and feel it's a shame not to share this great house. Please come and stay here! (the house is all yours, I won't be there).

What makes this property unique

Peaceful and relaxing, charming and luxurious. The beach is a 5 minute walk.

Languages:

English