Classic Windansea Cottage
Location: Other La Jolla Properties, La Jolla, San Diego County, California, USA (La Jolla, San Diego county, CA (3 blocks to Windansea Beach)) View Map
Accommodations: Cottage, 2 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 1 Bath (Sleeps 6-8)
Keywords: Duplex
The California Cottage, a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom La Jolla beach home, offers all of the comforts of home just 3 blocks from the world-famous Windansea Beach. Our La Jolla beach cottage is perfect for families with children and pet owners.
Master Bedroom
• Queen size bed
• Pac N Play crib available upon request
Guest Bedroom
• Two twin size beds
Living Area
• Queen-size pullout sofa sleeper
• An additional blowup bed and roll out twin bed available upon request
Kitchen
The fully-stocked kitchen boasts all new appliances including a coffee maker and complimentary Starbucks coffee. High chair available upon request.
Other Property Highlights
• A TV with Cable, HBO, Movies-on-Demand and a DVD player
• Free High-Speed Internet
• Telephone with Free Long Distance to the US and Canada
• A large private yard and patio perfect for entertaining with a barbecue grill and plenty of outdoor seating
• A single car garage for parking your car and storing beach toys
• A full-sized washer and dryer
• Beach chairs, boogie boards, and umbrella to take down to the beach
Pets Welcome
Dog beds and bowls also are available on request. Just 2 blocks from our beach cottage is a wonderful dog park with hiking and biking trails that are great for both kids and dogs.
Doggy Daycare is available for just $30 per day if you plan to take in one of the many San Diego area sights (SeaWorld, San Diego Zoo, Balboa Park) and can't take your dog. In Doggy Daycare, your dog will be well looked after by a dog care expert and will enjoy a fun-filled day in a large fully-fenced yard.
Located in Beautiful La Jolla
Our beach cottage is only 3 blocks from Windansea Beach-- an easy 5 minute walk. Windansea Beach is well-known for its surf, as well as its beautiful sunsets. Take a leisurely stroll into the very heart of the village of La Jolla, which offers the finest in restaurants and shopping.
The California Cottage is also just 1 mile from the Cove in La Jolla, considered to be one of the most beautiful beaches in California. Also nearby is the famous Casa Beach (also known as the Children’s Pool Beach) where harbor seals and California sea lions sunbathe on the beach year-round!
Within walking distance of our La Jolla beach home are Busy Bee Bagels, Su Casa Mexican Restaurant, a convenience store, and many other child friendly restaurants.
The California Cottage is located within the La Jolla school district and is just blocks from La Jolla High where there are state-of-the-art tennis courts and a year-round public swimming pool.
Or take part in one of the many annual La Jolla events: La Jolla Gallery and Wine Walk, La Jolla Rough Water Swim, La Jolla Christmas Parade, or the La Jolla Motorcar Classic.
Getting to our La Jolla beach home is easy. We’re just 20 miles from the San Diego International Airport and close to many popular tourist attractions such as the Gaslamp District, Sea World, Legoland, the San Diego Zoo, Wild Animal Park and Balboa Park.
While you’re in the area, consider visiting other Southern California attractions. Disneyland is 1.5 hours away in Orange County or visit Universal Studios, Beverly Hills, and Hollywood in Los Angeles—just a 2 hour drive from La Jolla.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer : State of the Art LD Washer.
- Dryer
- Linens Provided : 600 - 800 thread count egyptian cotton sheets.
- Garage : One car garage that also houses washer, dryer, boogie boards, beach chairs, umbrella and covered wagon to take to beach.
- Off Street Parking : Driveway.
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer
- Beds
- Queen Bed
- Twin/Single Bed (2) : 2 twin beds available in the second bedroom.
- Convertible Bed : Queen size sofa bed in the living room for more space.
- Crib : We have a pac n play available upon request, also high chair and bouncy chair.
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV : Large flat screen tv with cable and internet.
- DVD
- Video Library : Some dvd's available.
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen : Microwave and coffee maker provided.
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- Lanai
- Communications
- Telephone
- Free Long Distance : Within the US and Canada.
- Broadband Internet
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- Complimentary Starbucks coffee & English Tea
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly : This house is ideal for dogs providing a large fenced in yard for the comfort of your dog.
- Kid Friendly
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Parasailing
- Jet Skiing
- Swimming
- Surfing
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Fishing
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Basketball Court
- Antiquing
- Live Theatre
- Horseback Riding
- Hot Air Ballooning
- Theme Park (Amusement Park)
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
- Zoo/Wildlife Park
- Restaurants
- Shelling
- Hiking
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
There is also a 10.5% tax, $100 cleaning fee & $500 security deposit
Holiday Season: $200/nt, $1200/wk 4 nt minimum
Low Season: $143/nt, $1000/wk, $3500/mth 3 nt minimum
Summer Season: $275/nt, $1750/wk, $6000/mth 1 week minimum
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Map & Owner's Profile
Year Purchased: 2007
Why the Owner Chose Other La Jolla Properties
We chose to buy a vacation rental in this area as this is where we always want to live and in retirement we would like to live in this rental.
The Unique Benefits at this Cottage
Most people love to utilize the boogie boards, beach wagon, bikes and beach toys.
It is such an easy stroll to the beach particularly if you want to load up the wagon with your icechest full of food and towells etc.
The Farmers Market every Sunday morning is a real treat and lots of our guests visit to listen to music, buy the flowers and organic fruits and vegies and also to eat the great food.
Serves wonderful sandwiches and salads and on Saturdays has barbequed kabobs. The owner Vahik is very nice.
Bakery open 7 days a week and serves great freshly made bagels, baked goods and sandwiches. Has great coffee and egg dishes also.
A fabulous upscale seafood Mexican Cafe that serves lunch and dinner and has the best Margarittas in town!
Upscale Chinese Restaurant that has wonderful food and great drinks. Only a couple of mins walk away.
For the freshest fish and best sandwiches, soups and salads made with all locally caught seafood.
Serve yourself deliciously flavored yoghurts and then help yourself to all the fresh fruit toppings. Just weigh and pay. It is so good.
A fantastic Day Spa for facials, massage etc. They really pamper you in a luxurious setting.
Owner's Map of Other La Jolla Properties
Hi My name is Michelle Aarons and I was born and raised in Melbourne Australia.
I moved to La Jolla in 1980 and fell inlove with the people and the place. Since then my husband, Roger Bains and I have raised our 2 daughters here in La Jolla at Windansea and just adore this area of the world. We have made many trips back to Aus and all over the world which we enjoy very much, however, its always great to return to La Jolla. We are so grateful to live here and to have the opportunity to share our cottages with people from all over. It is also great when we get to meet some of our guests and here how they are enjoying their stay.
Property Photos
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- Classic Windansea Cottage - La Jolla Beach Rental
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- Flat Screen TV, WiFi, Cable and Phone - La Jolla Beach Rental
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- Master bedroom with Queen Bed, TV, Cable and lots of Closet Space - La Jolla Beach Rental
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- Guest bedroom with 2 twin beds
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- Spacious Living area with Queen Size Sleeper Sofa
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- Relaxing Comfort in your own Vacation Home
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- Dining Room with Seating for 6
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- For the Lady of the House
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- Cottage Kitchen
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- Boogie Boards, Beach Towells, Umbrella all Supplied for Fun at the Beach
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- Have a Cuppa on the Front Verandah
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- Private Lawn in Backyard
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- Gas Grill and lighted lanai
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- Relax after barbequeing in Your Private Backyard
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- Beautiful Windansea Beach just 5 min Walk Away
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- wonderful hiking trails for people & dogs just 1 block away.
Traveler Reviews (13)
Good Choice!
Guest: Jim and Carla
(Sheridan, WY)
Date of Stay: 02/02/09
Review Submitted: 03/14/09
This was our first time with a month long vacation rental and we were not disappointed. The accomodations were as advertised, Michelle was extremely helpful with anything that came up (including having her daughter pet sit our two dogs when we overnighted on Catalina Island), and the neighborhood and La Jolla location were top notch. Don't miss dining at the Marine Room, George's, Jack's, or Trattoria Acqua and try the carry outs at Mandarin House and Sante. Jonathan's Market was a find for excellent (albeit somewhat pricey) meats, seafood, and produce. Outside La Jolla, we enjoyed field trips to the San Diego Zoo and Wild Animal Park, Cabrillo (Point Loma), Coronado (have lunch at the Del), the aforementioned Catalina Island, Torrey Pines State Preserve, and dining in Del Mar at Jake's and Il Fornaio. And the German cuisine at Kaiserhof in San Diego was outstanding! Jim and Carla Sheridan, WY
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, pet owners, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Cute Cottage in a gorgeous location
Guest: libranlady
(Australia)
Date of Stay: 05/01/11
Review Submitted: 05/27/11
Michelle is very accomodating, allowing us to check out late when our plane was delayed, her husband is lovely too. We were pleasantly surprised and loved all the personal touches in the cottage, especially the kitchen cupboard handles ;-) BBQ on a summer night in the courtyard with fairy lights was great, the main bed room is very sweet, loved the linen. Absolutly everything you could need is provided, I love to cook, and the kitchen did not dissapoint. We could of stayed for a month. Washing machine and free laundry liquid was very welcolmed, thank you. I would suggest a small clothes line outside to hang wet towels and washed clothes on, as I do like to save our environment and not use a dryer, but we managed to overcome that by buying some string and pegs. Clothes where dry in an hour. Location - Wow - it's perfect, a walk to the end of the street and you are on a gorgeous beach with a walking path that is so relaxing and great exercise at the same time. Lo Jolla village is amazing and you can take a short drive there to eat at delicious restaurants, every one is so friendly in La Jolla, it is a must see and stay at location.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, people with disabilities, sightseeing, pet owners, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Two blocks from the beach
Guest: Kim
(London, UK)
Date of Stay: 08/14/10
Review Submitted: 08/25/10
Great location. An easy stroll to rugged Windansea beach and a fifteen minute walk to the middle of La Jolla Village. The cottage provided ample space for our family of three and our ten year old enjoyed playing in the private backyard and the use of the boogie boards. Was missing a few finishing touches that could have made it a bit more homely eg fresh flowers and a welcome basket but generally rooms were clean and the cottage tidy. Towels and linens were freshly washed but obviously been frequently laundered as they looked and felt a little worn. Local information was provided via a plastic folder and guidebooks. We recommend Don Carlos Taco on Pearl Street as a great place for cheap but tasty Mexican take out.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, pet owners, adventure seekers, girls getaway, families with young children, families with teenagers.
California Cottage
Guest: Jimbobs
(Ireland)
Date of Stay: 07/04/09
Review Submitted: 08/09/09
Beautiful cottage in a good location. This property was a welcome haven for our family of 5 for our week in San Diego. Out all day and then back to the lovely patio/back garden for a relaxing BBQ each evening. The cottage spotless and spacious with plenty of linens, . The nearest beach Windandsea was quite rough but there are other beaches nearby. Overall we loved it. Thanks Michelle.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers.
California Cottage
Guest: AZSL
(Scottsdale, Arizona)
Date of Stay: 07/18/09
Review Submitted: 08/04/09
We stayed here for a week in July with our 3 year old and dog. The property is clean, well maintained in a nice neighborhood and has a great patio/backyard. The property is pet friendly and there is a park at the end of the street for dogs. Michelle was extremely helpful and friendly making sure we had everything we needed. She even provided jumper cables when our car had a dead battery. The house is located just a short walk to Wind and Sea Beach. Wind and Sea beach is probably not the best beach for young kids as there are no public restrooms and the ocean tends to be a little rough. We spent a lot of time at La Jolla Shores Beach (Michelle also has a property here). Overall a great week in La Jolla. Thanks!
Recommended for:Sightseeing, pet owners, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Our Experience
Guest: hpjst
(Rio Rancho, NM)
Date of Stay: 07/25/09
Review Submitted: 08/03/09
We had six people staying all together, and the two that had to sleep on the sofa bed couldn't sleep at all because the sofa was old and uncomfortable. The other beds were good. Pictures were cracked on the glass. When we arrived, we decided to have a barbecue. We found out that the propane tank was empty, after we had the food ready to put on the grill. We called the manager and she said that she would bring over a new propane tank the next day. We had to go out and purchase one ourselves that night. The property was close to the beach which was nice. the furniture were very old. the place was clean. i was expecting that the manager would call us after our arrival to make sure everything was OK and if we needed anything but we did not get any calls. the place overall was over priced for the location and the furniture and the building structure age. when we got there the garbage tanks outside were still full of garbage.
Owner response:It is very important for our guests to enjoy their stay and I am sorry it seemed not as positive for this guest as for others. There was a picture hanging with cracked glass from the previous guest, we have since replaced it with another picture. The furniture throughout the cottage was all bought brand new just 2 yrs ago from Mor Furniture here in San Diego. The trash collection in our neighbourhood is on a Monday and these guests arrived Saturday evening to full trash. This is out of our hands until the City collects on Monday morning. I will certainly address the fold out sleeper sofa and look to buy a mattress topper to make it more comfortable. As for the propane gas, I offerred to replace it and the guest said he did and so we reimbursed him for it. Nevertheless its great to get feedback so we know how we can strive to always improve our home so your vacation is better than you would ever expect.
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Our stay for the month of June 2009
Guest: papajon
(Surprise, AZ)
Date of Stay: 06/01/09
Review Submitted: 07/02/09
We stayed in this cottage for the entire month and it quickly began to feel like home to us. We had our 2 dogs with us. There is a nice yard for them to play in and of course the great dog friendly town and beaches. The beaches are 2.5 blocks and the wonderful LaJolla Farmers Market is barely a mile walk. We went every weekend, but they don't allow dogs, so plan for that. There are plenty of restaurants around, a Von's about 1 mile away and Trader Joes about 5 miles. Not bad. The cottage is an older one but generally in good shape. Everything worked except a second fan - which we really didn't need anyway. I will stay here again. Michelle and Roger are great landlords and helpful, friendly people.
Recommended for:Pet owners, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Cute little cottage in La Jolla
Guest: Flag
(Flagstaff, AZ)
Date of Stay: 05/23/09
Review Submitted: 06/19/09
My family and I rented this cottage in May 2009. It was an excellent location in La Jolla and very close to cove and shops. Just blocks from a beautiful quiet beach. We did have to cross one busy street though. It was dog friendly and lots of beach toys in the garage. Hoping for more Bikes! Loved all the plants in the backyard including 3 really neat air plants attached to the walls. Never seen anything like it. Neighborhood was friendly and 10-15 walking distance to La Jolla Elementary School where they had an amazing farmers market on Sunday.
Recommended for:Tourists without a car, pet owners, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children.
Guestbook Comment
Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 12/01/08
Review Submitted: 12/16/08
PERFECT accommodations for our family of 5. We were only able to stay 2 nights due to school schedules but would love to come back to enjoy the neighborhood, beach and backyard. We spent our time at Lego Land and San Diego Zoo. Thanks for the hospitality.
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Guestbook Comment
Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 10/01/08
Review Submitted: 10/22/08
We stayed in the cottage for a week. The location was wonderful. Walking distance to the Sunday farmers market, longer walk, but beautiful to seals and downtown. It's great to be in a neighborhood. Accommodations included things usually not with vacation rentals such as boogie boards, wagon, bikes, beach chairs and toys. Yard is relaxing after being out all day. Owners were a delight. Not fancy, but very much worth the money.
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