Best Spot in Carlsbad!*** Ocean View, Steps to Beach, Yard

• I loved this house

  I loved this house

  • Guest Jennifer F
  • Date of stay 09/06/08
  • Review Submitted 09/16/08
  Our family had such a great time and really loved this house. The views were fantastic and the home had all the comforts of home and all the amenities of a vacation getaway. We were so comfortable and lacked for nothing. We have small children so this was so perfect for us - our children were able to play in the fenced yard and we were still able to feel like we were on vacation. I would recommend it to anyone and we hope to return many times.

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

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• A "Must Stay" House!

  A "Must Stay" House!

  • Guest Kerri & John
  • Date of stay 04/13/13
  • Review Submitted 04/23/13
  We spent a week at the front property house. The pictures and description are right on point. Not to mention, the amenities provided were extremely convenient and useful. We took advantage of the Park pass provided by the owner, as well as beach chairs and towels. The yard is completely fenced in and the landscaping with all its palms and colorful flowers gives it a tropical feel. The landscape is well maintained and also gives you privacy from other homes. The house was clean and comfortable and close to many very good restaurants and shopping. We most definately loved that we could sit in the front yard every evening with a glass of wine, watching the sun go down and the pelicans fly by. It was just wonderful! I would highly recommend this property!

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• The Perfect Beach House

  The Perfect Beach House

  • Guest TheUnderhills
  • Date of stay 09/15/12
  • Review Submitted 09/23/12
  My husband and I just spent five nights in house #2 and had the BEST vacation. The house and property are just as described. Immaculately clean, all the ammenities, and I agree with everyone else that this really is the best spot in Carlsbad. The location on the lagoon is quite nice, with perfect access to the very end of a long public beach. We boogey-boarded several days and there are many surfers out in this area so you know the breakers are good. The ocean was 70 degrees. The outdoor shower at the house with hot/cold water is nice for de-sanding everything. It's a lovely 1.5 mile walk into the village, or a short car ride. There seemed to be ample parking in town every time we drove there. So many good restaurants... We went half an hour south to La Jolla and kayaked in the ocean two days, and ate at The Coffee Cup cafe (wish we could bring this cafe home with us) both days so highly recommend that area as well. The house is reasonably close to the San Diego Zoo and Balboa Park, which has five different museums, theater, a slew of gardens, cafes, flower shows, and a hundred other reasons to go there. It was really nice there on a Thursday with not too much traffic. We're already thinking of renting here again next year. Barbara is exceptionally great to work with.

  Recommended for: Sightseeing, adventure seekers, families with teenagers, pet owners, romantic getaway, families with young children, girls getaway.

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• best spot in Carlsbad true to name

  best spot in Carlsbad true to name

  • Guest kla
  • Date of stay 05/24/12
  • Review Submitted 05/30/12
  Me and my families stay @ this beautiful home was very relaxing and comfortable, the house was cozy and clean with all the amenities, the fire pit was especially nice. The view was spectacular, and there there was so much to do close by, what a great location! Nearby running trails along beach, and just a short walk to it Overall great stay! U never know what ur getting into booking online but I can assure u that this place is a total score for u and your family or friends!

  Recommended for: Sightseeing, adventure seekers, people with disabilities, tourists without a car, age 55+, families with teenagers, romantic getaway, families with young children, girls getaway.

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• best spot in Carlsbad true to name

  best spot in Carlsbad true to name

  • Guest kla
  • Date of stay 05/24/12
  • Review Submitted 05/30/12
  Me and my families stay @ this beautiful home was very relaxing and comfortable, the house was cozy and clean with all the amenities, the fire pit was especially nice. The view was spectacular, and there there was so much to do close by, what a great location! Nearby running trails along beach, and just a short walk to it Overall great stay! U never know what ur getting into booking online but I can assure u that this place is a total score for u and your family or friends!

  Recommended for: Sightseeing, adventure seekers, people with disabilities, tourists without a car, age 55+, families with teenagers, romantic getaway, families with young children, girls getaway.

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• Great time

  Great time

  • Guest Shelley
  • Date of stay 10/08/11
  • Review Submitted 10/24/11
  We enjoyed this property, looking at the sun set every night was so nice. We were able to relax and feel like a home with all cooking, beach amenites. The only hiccup was the water on Friday night was turn off, so it made it hard to get cleaned up for ourselves and leave the home in better order. Would rent again. Thank you.

  Recommended for: Sightseeing, adventure seekers, people with disabilities, tourists without a car, age 55+, families with teenagers, romantic getaway, families with young children, girls getaway.

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• Fantastic Property

  Fantastic Property

  • Guest Kelly
  • Date of stay 08/20/11
  • Review Submitted 08/26/11
  My family stayed for a week in house #1. The property is very well-maintained and comfortably furnished. We enjoyed having access to the beach equipment and toys. The ocean view is wonderful and we slept every night to the sounds of the surf. Barbara was very responsive.

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

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• Perfect Spot for our Family

  Perfect Spot for our Family

  • Guest Happy VRBOer
  • Date of stay 06/05/11
  • Review Submitted 06/13/11
  We stayed here for a week in early June 2011. As we have 2 young children, we wanted a place with views that was close to the beach, but also had a yard with grass for the kids to play (tall order!). This is exactly what we got at this home. We rented the front house that has amazing lagoon and ocean views from the living room, kitchen and entire fenced yard space (which is pefect for young children to play, especially being so close to the water). The place was very well maintained and extremely comfortable - we just dropped our bags and felt like we were home. It's a 3-5 minute walk to the beach and you have to cross a main road, which wasn't ideal; however, the owner provides a California State Park parking pass that allows you to park in the Tamarack State Park parking lot that is right on the beach near the house. It worked out perfectly! Dealing with the owner was a breeze and everything was provided including linens, silverware & plates, towels, etc, as well as a laundry room with detergent. No complaints! Highly recommended!

  Recommended for: Age 55+, families with teenagers, romantic getaway, families with young children, girls getaway.

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• Truly the Best Spot in Carlsbad

  Truly the Best Spot in Carlsbad

  • Guest happyrenter
  • Date of stay 04/24/11
  • Review Submitted 05/10/11
  We stayed in House # 2 on the property. It sits on the back of the lot while House #1 sits on the front. In House #2, we had a lovely grassy fenced-in yard for our dog and grandchildren to play in. As promised, the house had a nice flow, was super well-equipped, well maintained, and very comfortable, especially the queen bed in the main bedroom. (The second bedroom is created by pulling lovely curtains across the doorways and the half wall that separates it from the living room.) The best part was the fabulous views of the ocean from House #2. While you can’t see the beach itself from either house, I had a lovely view of the ocean -- and could see the waves crashing -- from the kitchen, living room, and the wonderful outdoor table and chairs (with umbrella). Staying here, I felt like I had found the perfect beach cottage hide-away! Some of the added benefits of this rental property include two parking spots, a quiet neighborhood, an outdoor gas grill, an outdoor propane fire ring, beach chairs and toys, a washer and dryer in the garage, easy access to the beach (via a dirt path that starts across the street), a great walking path for dogs around the lagoon (also accessed by the dirt path) and a nice mile long walk on a cement path along the ocean into Carlsbad Village. Working with the owner and property manager was seamless. They went above and beyond by accommodating my request for long distance service on the phone line in the home which made my working from home so much easier. Having walked by a few of the other potential rentals while we were in Carlsbad, I readily concluded: this TRULY is the best spot in Carlsbad! We hope to return again and again.

  Recommended for: Age 55+, pet owners, families with young children.

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• Beautifully Perfect

  Beautifully Perfect

  • Guest A & D
  • Date of stay 04/15/11
  • Review Submitted 04/20/11
  We stayed at this charming little house for 4 wonderful nights! It was comfortable, clean and had everything that we needed. The yard was perfect to have some family over to bbq & chat around the fire ring with a gorgeous view and sounds of the ocean. We even caught a sea bass in the lagoon for dinner one night! We look forward to staying here again someday in the future. I highly recommend this place for a little getaway! :)

  Recommended for: Families with teenagers, romantic getaway, families with young children.

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Memorial Day - mid-June : $1800/week
mid June thru Mid-August:  $2200/week
Mid-August - September 1:  $2000/week
September: $1800/week - October: $1600/week
November - February: $1300/week or  $3400/month   
March to Memorial Day weekend: $1400/week
5 guests maximum. $150 cleaning/damage waiver. Pets considered, $100 extra fee.

Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.