Top-rated for creating memorable stays with your pets.
Heated pool
Swim in comfort year-round in the heated pool, a rare find in this location.
Centrally-located
You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
Discover nearby landmarks
Close to South Carlsbad State Beach
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 6
Popular amenities
Heated pool
Spa pool on site
Garage parking available
Dog-friendly
Kitchen
Washing machine
Explore the area
Carlsbad, CA
South Carlsbad State Beach
Place, South Carlsbad State Beach
12 min walk
The Camp Store
Place, The Camp Store
17 min walk
South Ponto Beach
Place, South Ponto Beach
19 min walk
San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
41 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
2nd Upper bedroom
1 Queen Bed
Main floor bedroom
1 Queen Bed
Master bedroom
1 Queen Bed
2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Guest bathroom upper floor
Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only
Master bathroom
Toilet · Shower only
Powder Room on Main
Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area
About this property
Beautiful Beach House with Recreation Facilities - Short Walk to Beach and Shops
Welcome to our home. This incredible location is just steps to the beach with conveniences like Starbucks, groceries and restaurants just a few steps away. Our contemporary San Diego beach house is located just a few blocks off the historic 101 Pacific Coast Highway which runs parallel to the ocean. We strive to make our house feel like a home away from home.
Total relaxation or activities await. The community includes a recreation area with an outdoor swimming pool, large enough for swimming laps, hot tub, tennis courts, and basketball and volleyball courts. It is just a short walk to the beach for body boarding, surfing or just relaxing. There is a quaint shopping village near the house with a Starbucks, Ralph's grocery store, pharmacy, Cafe, Pick Up Sticks, Sushi, Benihana, Subway and other conveniences.
Our home features a deluxe TV package with 3 televisions, high-speed internet, free WI-fi, and a whole house water filtration system with an additional reverse osmosis system for the best tasting drinking water you'll find anywhere. The house is rented fully furnished with linens & towels, a fully equipped kitchen including pots & pans, utensils etc. There is a tastefully decorated large Master suite with a deep circular tub in the upgraded dual sink master bath. Two other bedrooms (one upper, one lower) have queen beds. The loft area has a day bed and board-games for family entertainment. The double car garage has plenty of room for parking
Pricing reflects the season. NO SMOKING PLEASE. NO CATS. SMALL DOGS WILL BE CONSIDERED ON A CASE BY CASE BASIS.
Activities in the local area include: For kids: Legoland (5 mins), Sea World (30 mins), San Diego Zoo and Safari Park (Wild Animal Park), Disneyland (45 mins). Other local attractions include: the Carlsbad Flower fields (in season), Balboa park (20 mins) and its 20 museums. Shoppers will enjoy the Carlsbad Premium Outlet Mall (5 mins), Westfield UTC and Fashion Valley malls. For sight seeing, there are the mansions of La Jolla (called the Beverly Hills of San Diego and Rancho Santa Fe (part-time home to Phil Mickelson, Madonna and Elton John) with its unique combination of estates, rolling hills, horse trails and golf courses, Mission Beach with large picnic areas and a bay for small watercraft, paddle boarding,etc. Head south to San Diego to tour historic Old Town with lots of authentic, delicious Mexican food, cultural interest -music, dancing, shopping. A few miles further south, near downtown are the communities of Hillcrest, the Gas Lamp district, the famous Hotel Del Coronado. From the downtown San Diego harbor you can take a Harbor cruise, and many more activities. North 90 mins takes you to LA and all of its attractions – great for day trips. LA attractions include: Staples Center, The Grove shopping area, Santa Monica 3rd street promenade, Kodak Theater, Hollywood walk of fame, Beverly Hills, Rodeo Drive, restaurants of every cuisine type, etc. Also, great day trip is Balboa Island, about 60 minute drive north. Quaint beach communities along the way on the historic 101 all have charming stops. Communities include Laguna Beach, Manhattan Beach, Redondo Beach, Hermosa Beach, Venice Beach among others.
Learn about Carlsbad, CA. Carlsbad is an affluent seaside resort community. The beachfront hotels, 5-star resorts, and the Mediterranean climate make Carlsbad a destination for year-round visitors. The famous Omni La Costa Resort with its world-renowned golf courses, tennis courts, and spa, is located in the hills of Carlsbad. The Four Season's Park Hyatt Resort Aviara is an upscale travel destination. The world famous theme park, Legoland, is positioned in central Carlsbad also bringing year round visitors. The 7 miles of coastline boast some of the most beautiful beaches in all of San Diego County. Carlsbad is headquarters for many familiar organizations, such as, 24 hour Fitness, Rubio's Fresh Mex Grill, and Taylormade adidas Golf.
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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 and a deadlock
About the area
Carlsbad
Located in South Beach, a neighbourhood in Carlsbad, this holiday home is near theme parks and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Flower Fields of Carlsbad and Moonlight State Beach, while LEGOLAND® California and Del Mar Fairgrounds are popular area attractions. Batiquitos Lagoon and GIA Museum are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing, wildlife walks and swimming.
Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) - 15 min drive
Restaurants
Subway - 5 min drive
Benihana - 3 min drive
Cancun Mexican and Seafood - 3 min drive
Taco Bell - 5 min drive
Starbucks - 5 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does Beautiful Beach House with Recreation Facilities - Short Walk to Beach and Shops have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.
How much does it cost to stay at Beautiful Beach House with Recreation Facilities - Short Walk to Beach and Shops?
As of 17 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Beautiful Beach House with Recreation Facilities - Short Walk to Beach and Shops on 1 September 2026 start from NZ$391, 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.
Is Beautiful Beach House with Recreation Facilities - Short Walk to Beach and Shops pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).
How much is parking at Beautiful Beach House with Recreation Facilities - Short Walk to Beach and Shops?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Beautiful Beach House with Recreation Facilities - Short Walk to Beach and Shops?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Beautiful Beach House with Recreation Facilities - Short Walk to Beach and Shops?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Beautiful Beach House with Recreation Facilities - Short Walk to Beach and Shops located?
Located in South Beach, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of South Carlsbad State Beach and South Ponto Beach. Poinsettia Park and Leucadia State Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km). Carlsbad Poinsettia Station is 21 minutes by foot.
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
The set up is great for families and close to nearby attractions. Short walk to an excellent pool. But there is no local property manager and the owner hasn't seen the place in 3 years. So, if there are maintenance issues he relies on a local contractor. It might be weeks (in our case) before items (such as ceiling fans and smoke alarms) are addressed. The neighbors are friendly and if you bring your dog he will love it, but be aware that dogs are not allowed on the beach, even leashed, unless you drive to Delmar.
Laurie D.
Stayed 30 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 13 August 2022
We're sorry that you were not satisfied with your stay at our home.
As I discussed with you on the phone, Covid-19 travel restrictions have prevented us from traveling to Carlsbad, something we hope to be able to do very soon.
We do have excellent contractors who work with us to keep our house in top condition but unfortunately two of the issues you mention, the smoke detectors and the ceiling fan, took more time to get remedied than we would have liked. As I explained during our phone call, the fan was only discovered to need replacing upon inspection by our handyman during his repair visit, and was promptly ordered. Unfortunately we don't control the shipping times. The smoke detectors were working when you arrived and when you let us know they were not working were specially ordered so they could be hard-wired into the electrical system and updated to the latest building codes. Both of these items were resolved during your stay and we gave you a partial refund for the inconvenience.
We always promptly reply to all of our guests' concerns and do our best to get them remedied as quickly as possible. Again, we apologize that this took longer than normal during your stay.
We stayed for the month of December and enjoyed Sean's house, the dog-friendly trails, and pool/hot tub within the gated community. The house is conveniently located near the beach, several shops/restaurants, the highway, and the Coaster. We visited Chandler's and the Camp Store multiple times on foot with our small dog. The house was very comfortable, and it was handy being able to park in the garage. The WiFi was fast and reliable, allowing us to work remotely. We were only disappointed that the fireplace wasn't working while we were there over the Christmas holiday, which Sean tried to remedy for us. The kitchen is well-appointed and has updated appliances; we were grateful for the electric kettle. Sean was very responsive in all communications before/during our stay and worked to ensure we had everything we needed. We would definitely stay again!
My family and I stayed here and had such a great experience! Sean was the perfect host; always very helpful and attentive. The home was a great fit for our family (2 adults, 2 young kids and 2 cats). The neighborhood felt very safe and friendly. Great location, especially if you enjoy the beach! There is also a beautiful pool area in the neighborhood, that we visited almost everyday with our kids. This is a great spot and I would highly recommend it! Thanks for a wonderful stay, Sean!
I was very happy with the home and location of course with covid we were limited as to what we could do but we enjoyed a nice relaxing vacation enjoying the pool and the back patio
We really enjoyed our stay. The house was clean and had everything we needed for a 6 week stay
Sean, the property manager was easy to reach and responded quickly. We had fun exploring the area and it’s close to the beach and great shopping and restaurants. It even has a dog door.
I would recommend this property to anyone wanting a vacation in the Carlsbad area.
Carole Quirk
Carole Q.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Gene H.
21 September 2017
Outstanding home and location
Very well maintained, fully equipped and comfortable. It has all the amenities we needed and is just minutes from the beach.
We have used VRBO on several occasions and Sean is the best landlord by far. Very, very responsive and helpful.
Gene H.
Stayed 30 nights in Aug 2017
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Sherin K.
14 December 2016
Great Location
We rented this house for a month while our new home was being finished. We had 2 adults, 2 teenagers and two dogs and there was plenty of space for all of us. The owners made the process very simple and were very accommodating. The house is decorated nicely and completely up to date. The neighborhood is very friendly and felt very safe. We enjoyed all of the amenities as well such as the pool, tennis courts and volleyball court. The beach and shops are all within walking distance. We highly recommend this property.
Sherin K.
Stayed 30 nights in Oct 2016
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Taylor B.
31 August 2016
2 Month Summer Stay
This home was a home away from home for us. We stayed here for 2 months starting in the middle of May with our two young boys. There was more than enough room for our family. I highly recommend this house and neighborhood for families with kids. We enjoyed having a pool a short walk from the house as well as a short walk to the beach. Sean was very easy to work with. The house was very neat and clean when we arrived. We hope to visit again soon!
Taylor B.
Stayed 57 nights in May 2016
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Joan & Steve V.
4 April 2016
Lovely Home with many amenities in a quiet neighborhood
We really enjoyed our stay in this spacious, comfortable, well-appointed home. It was immaculate, had lots of space and had everything we needed for our extended stay. We enjoyed walking to the beach (about a seven-minute walk) and viewing the ocean every time we left the neighborhood by car. The owners were great to work with.
Joan & Steve V.
Stayed 59 nights in Jan 2016
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Lisa H.
25 November 2015
Excellent rental property
Great property in nice neighborhood, gated community, great location. The house is well equipped and welcoming. Walking distance to the beach, amenities.
I appreciated the communication with the owners and we will be returning to this rental in the future.
Lisa H.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Kristi C.
7 July 2015
Great Rental, great owners!
We stayed at this rental for two months. The rental was very clean, organized and well stocked. The owners were very easy to communicate with and responded quickly to any questions. We loved the location...close to the beach, easy acess to Encinitas and Carlsbad. The complex was gated and everyone was very friendly. We had young children and they enjoyed riding bikes. We used the pool often, it was wonderful. We will definitely be back if we need a Carlsbad rental again! Thanks so much Sean!
Kristi C.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Noralee H.
29 March 2015
Jan. 2015
The nicest VRBO property we have rented. The house is very clean and updated. The location is convenient to the beach, grocery stores, and restaurants. I highly recommend this property. Sean answered our inquiry promptly and was always very helpful.
Noralee H.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Robert K.
14 January 2015
First class
The ideal rental is to have all the comforts of your own home and this owner delivers in every way.We are retired and travel regularly so have numerous experiences to compare and this one rates on the top of our list. It is exceptionally clean and has all the necessary home amenities. The location is great with a short walk to store conveniences and also about a 10 minute scenic walk to the beach. The location also has convenient access to all the tourist opportunities of the San Diego area. The owners are very accommodating from your initial inquiry and booking and during the duration of your stay.
We would be very excited to return to this location.
Robert K.
About the host
Hosted by Sean
Sean, his wife and their sons love the beauty of North County and activities like boogie boarding, swimming, golfing and visiting all the great local festivals and attractions. Carlsbad is one of the most charming seaside towns in the entire USA.
Why they chose this property
We have lived in several of the Carlsbad beach communities for many years before deciding on this neighborhood. We love its proximity to the beach, shopping and dining as well as the outdoor recreation facility that includes a pool, tennis, basketball and volleyball courts.
What makes this property unique
The neighborhood is a great mix of couples and families. The gated community participates in the various holidays and people decorate for Halloween and Christmas. The surrounding neighborhoods are beautiful with lush green areas, flowers and palm trees and are very well maintained. There are walking paths throughout the community and neighboring communities so you can take a different route each time you go out.