Great Getaway Cottage

Guest: mcyofd (San Diego)
Date of Stay: 10/21/11 Review Submitted: 11/14/11

Very nice little house, literally steps from the beach, and a great staging area for day trips. Santa Barbara, Ventura, Ojai, all easy drives. Rented an electric boat for a cruise in the harbor. The back yard/deck is especially relaxing. Thumbs up.

Recommended for:Pet owners.

Great getaway!

Guest: Bob (Altadena)
Date of Stay: 10/03/11 Review Submitted: 10/06/11

We needed to escape our termite tenting, and thanks to VRBO we found this wonderful beach house for my wife & I and our two dogs. It was perfect! Sandee made the business transaction simple and professional, just a few emails and Paypal. We arrived and immediately took our dogs to the huge beach for a run. The beach is a 2 minute walk, less if the dogs are pulling. The house was very comfortable and well-maintained, everything worked and was clean. The backyard is especially nice. The neighborhood was silent at night. We will be back!

Owner response:We are always happy to have your well-behaved dogs along for the visit. Though they are offically not allowed off leash on the beach, nobody seems to mind. They love to romp in the surf and then relax on the cool grass once back at the Hacienda.

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, pet owners, age 55+.

Had a great time!

Guest: VRBO regulars (Lopez Island, Wa)
Date of Stay: 09/01/11 Review Submitted: 10/03/11

My husband and I stayed for the entire month of September and had a great time. We had our two dogs with us, so the yard, both front and back were nice for both us and them. The house has just about everything you need. This is a great little beach cottage. The beaches are very clean and were always empty. We enjoyed walking our dogs on the beach daily. We enjoyed the farmers market at the marina every week, and the area has some very good restaurants to drive to. The owners were very nice and easy to rent from. We hope to return.

Owner response:Somehow, this little gem of a community remains undiscovered! So just about anytime is a great time to visit if you want to avoid crowded beaches. Surfs Up!

Recommended for:Pet owners, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children.

Loved it!

Guest: KD (Oakland, CA)
Date of Stay: 08/19/11 Review Submitted: 08/29/11

This was the perfect place for us traveling with a 2-year old and an 8-year old. It was comfortable, clean and cozy-- it felt like home as soon as we arrived. The yard was great especially with the entire property being fenced in, the kids were able to come in and out of the house on their own. The beaches were clean and uncrowded. My older one loved the waves at the beach just a block away, and my younger one loved Kiddie Beach which is within walking distance (with a stroller for the younger one, and a scooter or bike for the older one). Also Oxnard's location was ideal-- 15 minutes to Ventura and 35 minutes to our friend's in LA. We will definitely stay here again.

Owner response:Not only is the home child-friendly, we include beach toys, house toys, and a pack-n-play for the little ones. For the littlest ones, Kiddie Beach is a great beach. Come create some family memories!

Recommended for:Pet owners, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.

Hacienda del Sol = Hacienda del relaxation

Guest: Big Daddy (Burbank, Ca, USA)
Date of Stay: 08/05/11 Review Submitted: 08/13/11

My wife, daughters, dog and I thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this charming little beach house. The Hacienda del Sol is very quaint. Nothing fancy, but it has everything you need to enjoy your stay. It felt like home immediately. The backyard, while adjacent to 3 story homes (we barely saw anyone outside), was as the engraved rock says, tranquil and mostly private. It's well manicured and peaceful. We spent a lot of time out there.The Oxnard coast is a secret spot nestled between Ventura and LA. Very laid back and mellow. The beaches are HUGE, never crowded, and VERY dog friendly. The long stretch of beach had dozens of dogs off leash at all times of the day. If you're looking for a romantic getaway, this place would be great but be sure to only go with you and your significant other. The 2nd bedroom is adjacent to the master and only separated by a door. My family and I wouldn't hesitate to rent it again.

Owner response:We strive to make the Hacienda Del Sol a comfortable place to land. If you are looking for a bit of peace and quite, in a casual, comfortable home, with lots to do when you start to get restless, this is the place. Our Motto: Relax. You're at the Beach!

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, pet owners, adventure seekers, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.

Great little house

Guest: Ronthabot (PLEASANT HILL)
Date of Stay: 07/08/11 Review Submitted: 07/18/11

My family really enjoyed our stay at this house. It is real close to the beach and had everything we needed. The owners made the process very easy unlike many other managers/owners that I have dealt with on this site. The house may not be for everyone but if you enjoy the simpler things in life then this area and house are for you. (nicely located between LA and Santa Barbara)

Owner response:Because the home is privately owned, we try to make the reservation process as simple as possible. A couple of emails, some paperwork, and payment through a couple of different ways, and you are all set. Make your reservation today!

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, pet owners, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children.

Cozy, Charming, and Steps to the Best Beach in Ventura County!

Guest: JT (Seattle area)
Date of Stay: 02/01/11 Review Submitted: 04/11/11

Thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this wonderful casita! Perfect for a couple or small family with all the comforts of home. The beach is fantastic, dog friendly, with spectacular views. Neighbors very nice and helpful, owner went out of her way to make us happy. Shopping close by, but Silverstrand Beach is far removed from city congestion. Easy drive to Santa Barbara, Ojai, Malibu and Westlake Village. Reasonably priced for what you get ... will definitely go back. !

Recommended for:Sightseeing, pet owners, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.

Great little cottage!

Guest: Jeanne (North Stonington, CT)
Date of Stay: 07/23/10 Review Submitted: 08/02/10

The Hacienda Del Sol was perfect for us. Our daughter who lives 4 blocks away just had a babby so we were able to be close to them but not in their house. We could walk to their house or to the beach for an early morning walk. We loved the back yard with the grass & the great grill. The house was cozy & comfortable. Our only negative comments would be that the kitchen could use a bit of upgrading and you have to walk through one bedroom to get to the other bedroom. Internet access would be a plus. Overall we really enjoyed our time there & wished we could stay longer. Thanks!

Recommended for:Girls getaway, age 55+.

Guest: Clayton S (Phoenix, AZ)
Date of Stay: 10/30/09 Review Submitted: 10/30/09

The bungalow was adorable and very cozy. Lots of great living spaces with the back patio and yard plus the front porch and table/fire place area. Well kept and stocked. Everything you need to enjoy your stay. Silver Strand is virtually a private beach!

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 09/20/09 Review Submitted: 09/20/09

The Hacienda Del Sol made our beach trip extra delighful. Sandee's personal attention during the booking process carried through to her creative attention to detail at the house. The charming atmosphere absorbed our fatigue from a 12 hour road trip and enticed us to relax on the warm and welcoming back patio immediately. After that first evening of relaxing we naturally began and ended each day there, in the private little oasis of comfort. The home is well appointed and offers many little suprises in the cheerful beach decor. Well though out and much appreciated!Thank you for sharing your home with us---we appreciate it!! Lisa McDonald and family PS We had no pets but the private fenced yard worked wonderfully for our little one year old exploring grand daughter as well!!

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