A Shore Thing! Prime oceanfront location with unobstructed sunset views
A Shore Thing is an economy oceanfront Solana Beach vacation rental offering a simple, affordable stay with stunning panoramic Pacific views. This one-bedroom, condo provides all the essentials plus unbeatable beach access and a prime location. Perfect for couples or small families, it features a comfortable layout and walkability to Cedros Avenue, the Del Mar Racetrack, and top North County San Diego attractions. Please note: Construction is underway in the complex, and some daytime noise may occur. Please call us for more details. 7-night minimum stay per HOA regulations Property Highlights • Spectacular oceanfront location with unobstructed views • Remodeled kitchen featuring granite countertops & custom oak cabinetry • King bed in primary bedroom • Bathroom with deep soaking tub, tile counters & charming stained glass window • Complimentary wireless internet for work or streaming Location Perks • Secure gated entry with assigned underground parking • Heated ocean view pool & spa with breathtaking coastal vistas • Recreation room & sunbathing terrace (subject to HOA guidelines) • Direct private beach access via bluff side stairs • Walking distance to Cedros Avenue Design District, local beaches, restaurants & Del Mar Racetrack • Easy access to the Solana Beach Train Station and nearby cities • Short drive to iconic San Diego attractions like SeaWorld, the Zoo, Legoland & more Additional Info • No air conditioning – cooled by coastal breezes Locally managed by Stubbs Vacation Rentals, delivering trusted hospitality in North County San Diego since 1976.
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About the area
Solana Beach
Located in Solana Beach, this condo is near theme parks and on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Del Mar Beach and Torrey Pines State Beach, while Del Mar Fairgrounds and LEGOLAND® California are popular area attractions. Pelly's Mini Golf at Del Mar Golf Center and Self Realization Fellowship Hermitage & Meditation Gardens are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and mountain climbing nearby.
Solana Beach, CA
What's nearby
Solana Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
Del Mar Fairgrounds - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
Del Mar Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
Del Mar North Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
Belly Up - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
Getting around
Sorrento Valley Station - 14 min drive
Solana Beach Station - 19 min walk
Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) - 24 min drive
Restaurants
Brigantine - 9 min walk
Belly Up Tavern - 17 min walk
Grange Garden - 16 min walk
Pillbox Tavern - 16 min walk
Lofty Coffee - 18 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is A Shore Thing! Prime oceanfront location with unobstructed sunset views pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at A Shore Thing! Prime oceanfront location with unobstructed sunset views?
As of 18 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at A Shore Thing! Prime oceanfront location with unobstructed sunset views on 6 December 2026 start from NZ$497, 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 Shore Thing! Prime oceanfront location with unobstructed sunset views?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at A Shore Thing! Prime oceanfront location with unobstructed sunset views?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at A Shore Thing! Prime oceanfront location with unobstructed sunset views?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is A Shore Thing! Prime oceanfront location with unobstructed sunset views located?
Nestled on the beach, this Solana Beach condo building is within a 10-minute walk of Solana Beach and Del Mar Fairgrounds. Del Mar Beach is 0.6 mi (1 km) away. Solana Beach Station is 19 minutes by foot.
Reviews
8.6
Excellent
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
The property was well maintained and the views of the bluff are spectacular. I've stayed a second time already at the condo complex.
Denise K.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 20 February 2023
Thank you Denise! We are so glad you enjoyed your stay and we are happy to host you again and again!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Fran G.
3 August 2020
Great Ocen View!
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Great location on a cliff overlooking the ocean with easy access to the beach.
Fran G.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 18 August 2020
Thank you for the kind review, Fran! We look forward to hosting you again soon.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Eric S.
22 October 2024
A great view and couples week
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
This is a perfect one bedroom ocean view stay. Sleep to waves crashing. Comfortable and perfect location.
Eric S.
Response from VrboOwner on 29 October 2024
Thank you for your lovely review! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed the ocean view and the sound of the waves. We’d love to welcome you back for another perfect stay!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Eric S.
21 October 2024
A great view and couples week
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
This is a perfect one bedroom ocean view stay. Sleep to waves crashing. Comfortable and perfect location.
Eric S.
Response from VrboOwner on 21 October 2025
Thank you for your lovely review! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed the ocean view and the sound of the waves. We’d love to welcome you back for another perfect stay!
Thank you Sally! We are glad you enjoyed your stay and we look forward to hosting you again soon.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Jeana T.
26 July 2022
Spectacular views
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
My stay with Stubbs Realty was a fantastic. The staff is polite, courteous and provided great service. The rental was beautiful (couch has been updated), a bright spacious one bedroom. The king size bed was so comfortable. Kitchen equipped with everything one needs. A quiet laid back place to enjoy your stay.
Jeana T.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 9 August 2022
Thank you Jeana! We are so glad you enjoyed your stay at "A Shore Thing" and we look forward to hosting you again!
Overall this apartment was very nice and we would stay again. But the neighbors above (not sure if they were guests or live there) were so loud running and stamping on the floor, that this was more than annoying us. And from my point of view ( as a german) I would have refurbished the windows and balcony door already.
Bernd K.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 3 January 2022
Hello Bernd, We are so sorry to hear about the disturbance above you. We will inform the owners of your feedback and suggested changes. Thank you for staying with Stubbs! We look forward to hosting you again soon.
Verified
2/10 Terrible
Eric L.
25 June 2024
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Great Stubbs staff; bad unit
Property has a nice view, but the interior is subpar. Old linens, kitchen badly equipped, musty smell, horrible bath/shower, electrical plugins iffy,
Eric L.
Stayed 21 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 15 July 2024
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We appreciate your honesty and apologize for any inconvenience you may have experienced. Our linens are commercially laundered and repurchased often, so hearing they are old is quite surprising. Your insights are valuable, and we will address the issues you mentioned to improve the overall guest experience. If you choose to stay with us again, we would love the opportunity to exceed your expectations.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Kyle G.
13 October 2020
A Shore Thing
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We have stayed at DMST via Stubbs management on a number of occassions and I would have to say this property was not at all as depicted in photos/description. Appliances were over 20 yrs old and fridge/freezer had issues. All concerns were shared with Stubbs at check-out. If concerns are remedied, I would recommend as the location is ideal.
Kyle G.
Response from VrboOwner on 16 November 2020
Hello Kyle, Thank you for your review. We are working with the owner to make improvements to this property. We appreciate your continued patronage and look forward to hosting you again soon.
From a partner site
2/10 Terrible
RITA R.
26 September 2022
A horrible experience
Rating Details:
The property manager was adequately helpful.
The vacation rental was very dirty.
I was more than happy with the location.
I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
The condo was so filthy that the employee commented on the carpet being so dirty, the walk in tub/shower was dangerous for seniors, had to ask for plates and glasses, only high top chairs, paid for on the beach 2 chairs and no table on the balcony, plumbing problem with plumber and other residents all afternoon
RITA R.
From a partner site
6/10 Okay
robin L.
15 June 2024
Beautiful View needs a little TLC
Rating Details:
The property manager was more than helpful.
The vacation rental was somewhat dirty.
I was more than happy with the location.
I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
The view is beautiful! The condo not that clean. Couch and chair dirty. Electrical needs overhaul. Baseboards rotted and doors and screens too difficult to open ( rust and old) not stocked well with dishes or silverware , only 3 days of trash bags and dishwasher. Your guests should know you can watch them shower while eating breakfast. A little TLC would make this spectacular!!!!!!!
robin L.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 24 June 2024
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We appreciate your honesty and apologize for any inconvenience you may have experienced. We are working with the owner to make improvements. We look forward to hosting you again and we would love the opportunity to exceed your expectations.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
A guest from San Mateo, CA
3 October 2024
Del Mar Shores DMST21
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
The unit was nice, however we came in and needed to clean up bugs on the floor, near the windows. The furniture was good, however the outdoor patio furniture was not in good shape. There were two high chairs, and no outdoor table. Being ocean front, (although the deck is small) I would suggest new outdoor patio furniture. We arrived and there were very few towels, and no towels in the kitchen. We were able to go over to Stubbs and pick this up.
A guest from San Mateo, CA
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
John K.
17 September 2024
Our favorite place to stay in Solana Beach
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
This little place is exactly what we needed - great access to the beach, a million dollar view, close to our favorite places. A few things needed attention, but were addressed promptly. Overall it was awesome. Fish District takeout on the balcony was the best. Plan to return next year.
John K.
From a partner site
6/10 Okay
Bruce O.
13 September 2024
One week in Del Mar
Rating Details:
The property manager was adequately helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Beautiful views!
Bruce O.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Mary K.
4 March 2024
Our Yearly Sojourn
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We rent a condo in Solana Beach every January through February in order to visit our grandchildren. Over the course of 10 years, we have seen the monthly rental prices along South Sierra more than double. First we find out what is available, then we look at the price and choose the least expensive unit. Stubbs seems not to have control over the interior of the units. Some owners prefer to go "bare bones" in which basic necessities in the unit are not there. I then call Stubbs and they will call the owner and ask if they can get me some more dishes, for example, and a Stubbs employee will then go out and buy what I need. Tyler, Kevin and Jen will do everything in their power to help you. The units are always surface clean but the rugs may need cleaning or the bathtub need caulking. Some owners just want to collect the rent. Stubbs is trustworthy, professional, extremely helpful and very friendly. We use their services very often.
Mary K.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Teresa Y.
16 October 2023
Beautiful View
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
The view and location were great. The rental team at Stubbs was very professional and helpful. The condo needs some renovations. The blinds in the bedroom are broken. The carpet throughout the condo needs to be cleaned. We have rented a number of other condos through Stubbs which were in much better condition than this one.
Teresa Y.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Chris L.
10 July 2023
Breathtaking Views and Amazing Location
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We vacation in Solana often and make it a point to book with Stubbs. Never disappointed with the properties they offer and this "Shore Thing" provided just what we needed to unwind, relax and enjoy a much needed break. We love the Del Mar Shores Terrace property amd the beach access opens to the most amazing beach. The property is conveniently located near restaurants and shopping. We walked to shopping and dinner every day. We will be back again. We love Solana Beach and will continue being repeat customers of Stubbs and all the properties they offer...and this one did not disappoint. You will be mesmerized by the breathtaking views.
Chris L.
From a partner site
4/10 Poor
sharon p.
3 March 2023
Owner has neglected obvious needed updates
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Pros: Great view of ocean and sunset. Bed was comfortable and newer carpet clean. Location is very convenient. Cons: dated bathroom, mold In grout, tub/shower difficult to get in and out of. Rain came in through ceiling and window in living room during our stay!! Will not stay in THIS unit again. This is so unfortunate as we’ve stayed in another unit in this complex and had a very positive experience.
sharon p.
From a partner site
6/10 Okay
Laura M.
7 November 2022
Solana getaway
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We have been coming to Solana for the past three years and have stayed at this condo twice. Although the location is perfect the condo itself needs work. It is dated and the carpets are dirty and worn. The kitchen cooking supplies were minimal or not even supplied at all. We love coming to Solana but would not rent this condo again.
Laura M.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Jack K.
11 October 2022
On the Bluff
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
I have used this condo previously and the owner has made some improvements since the last time we rented it. The view is amazing and the condo and the complex are well maintained.
We had a great time. Management was very helpful and very easy to work with before and during our stay. The view was incredible. Furniture has been upgraded from the pictures so it’s even better than the pictures. It is a great location to get down to the beach and the pool.
Natalie K.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022
Verified
8/10 Good
Oleg B.
8 November 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Forced stay review
Management insisted on the review even though I did unsubscribed from emails. Before you book the property you have to sign contract agreement where management is not responsible for anything. They are even not responsible for providing you with accommodations that you paid for. You are driving into some uncertainty. We had a couple hours of rain on the first day and the window was liking inside. Apartment arrangement is poor. The only place where you can change/take off your dirty with sand shoes is in a middle of the light carpet dining room or bed room. HOA inform us that we were clogging their sewer system with the items that we are not posses. Other then that everything was OK. Location is good with ocean view, accommodation is clean with full kitchen (bring your sharp knifes if you planning to cook). The personal in the office was friendly.
Oleg B.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 8 December 2021
Hello Oleg, While you may have unsubscribed from Stubbs emails, Vrbo sends out their own requests for reviews. Our contract is up to the current industry standards and none of our requests are out of the norm. Unfortunately, there's not much we can do about the floorplan and plumbing is a common issue with older condos like these which we do our best to prevent. Thank you for staying with Stubbs!
From a partner site
8/10 Good
David C.
16 June 2021
Sleep to the waves
Rating Details:
The property manager was more than helpful.
The vacation rental was clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Overall very good. A few nits that should be corrected: 1. The photographs of the LR furniture are not up to date; the furniture is fine but way different than the pictures. 2. The glassware and dishware were subpar at best. 3. There were no kitchen towels and there were several maintenance issues, which were all taken care of by the property manager.