Location: La Jolla Village, La Jolla, San Diego County, California, USA
Accommodations: 1920'S Beach Cottage, 3 Bedrooms + Den, 2 Baths (Sleeps 8)
Understated elegance, a quiet refuge, a timeless beauty. These are comments we often get about our cottage. It is on the Historic La Jolla walking tour, San Diego Home and Garden tour, and many a design class "must see" list.
The man who built this cottage, Eden George, in the early 20's was a devout sea lover. Every room faces the ocean and is cooled by sea breezes. The sound of waves help you fall asleep. The house sits up on a bluff with nothing obstructing the view. Every night one can sit on the private balcony and watch the sunset over the pacific horizon.
My family bought this house in 1957. It was updated and an addition was added in 1987. The master bedroom has a king-size bed and a sofa. Its private bathroom has a whirlpool tub. A den ,connected to the bedroom, is a perfect place to read many of the literary treasures found in the house or surf the net on the wireless system.
The second bedroom has a queen sized bed and full bathroom. A third bedroom has 2 twin beds made exremely comfortable with microfill and feather fill treatments. A living room and dining room, plus full modern kitchen, make this place a self contained retreat.
A large private patio is used year round for dining and sunning. An outdoor shower helps wash off sand from the beach, (right down the bluff), where one can surf, boogie board, snorkel, or comb the tidal pools. The famous La Jolla 'seals beach' is a block north. Restaurants, museums, and shopping are two blocks east.
The cliffs in front of the cottage are known as Whale View Point. People come from around the world to sit and gaze at the beauty of the Pacific Ocean at this very spot. Artists work their magic here. Picnickers with bountiful feasts watch and couples say their vows as the sun sets over the horizon. The cliffs are truly magical.
The cottage is just as magical as the cliffs. The matriarch and owner is an active historian and geneoligist. The house refelects this as it is filled with literary treasures and historical artifacts. A stay here is not just a bed, but a living lesson and a tribute to the quiet coastal beginnings of a little sleepy hamlet known as 'the jewel' or La Jolla.
The motivation for offering this place for rent is to bring in income that will help in preserving and maintaining this cottage for generations to come.A stay here is a treasured experience.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided
- Off Street Parking
- Gas Fireplace
- Beds
- King Bed
- Queen Bed
- Twin/Single Bed
- Crib
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Jetted Tub in Bath
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Charcoal BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- Balcony
- View/Location
- Oceanfront
- Communications
- Broadband Internet
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- 42" Plasma HDTV, No Smoking Each bedroom has a tv, with cable and dvd/vhs player, House has wireless internet that extends to the cliffs on the beach, We provide lawn chairs, boogie boards, sand toys, beach towels, and blankets
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly
- Handicapped Accessible (may have limitations)
- Kid Friendly
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Tennis
- Theme Park (Amusement Park)
- Zoo/Wildlife Park
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Parasailing
- Jet Skiing
- Shelling
- Swimming
- Snorkeling/Diving
- Surfing
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Rock Climbing
- Spelunking
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Racquetball
- Basketball Court
- Antiquing
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Live Theatre
- Museums
- Shuffleboard
- Hot Air Ballooning
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Sep 02-Jun 25, 20010 .. $3600/week
June 17 - Sept 5 2010..$4,600/week
We do not charge extra for Holidays.
We will rent for 3 days or more. We rent any day of the week.
50% deposit to hold reservation. Balance due 30 nts before rental date.
10.5 Sales Tax additional. $200 cleaning fee additional
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Owner's Profile
Owner Description
Our cottage is one of the few old cottages still standing where it was built. Many natives call it the last of the orgional jewels. The Odell family bought it in 1957 and has rented it out as a vacation rental since 1996. I am a trustee and manage the rental and up keep. I am the gardener, and care taker.
I have been married to Steve Williams fo 36 years, have 5 grown children and 5 grand children. I was a middle school teacher for many years in south central Los Angeles. I love my family, the cottage and my job. I also care for my 93 year old mom who is working on her 3rd book. We Odell, Bartons keep busy.
Why the Owner Chose La Jolla Village
My grand father bought this cottage in 1957 for his beloved wife so she could be near her "baby" who was at Edwards Air Force base testing new jets for the military. She was also a painter and had endless sea scapes to keep her busy. Her paintings are displayed in the cottage.
The cottage is now in the hands of the 3rd and 4th generation. My daughter writes up the contracts and keeps me straight with all the details. She has a law degree and her husband is in the special forces serving our country. In renting the cottage you will deal with both of us.
The Unique Benefits of this 1920'S Beach Cottage
No one comes away from a stay without commenting on the comfort of our beds and towels. The views from very room in the house of the ocean are breathtaking. The best tidal pools are below us and the seals are a block away. We are just 100 yards from the wedding bowl. Our decks and balconies bring every guest a front row seat to sunsets.There is no other home like ours.
Property Photos
- La Jolla 1920's Cove Cottage - View from the Ocean - La Jolla, CA - California Vacation Rental - Cottage on the Pacific Ocean!
- Livingroom - La Jolla, CA - California Vacation Rental - Cottage on the Pacific Ocean!
- Livingroom - La Jolla, CA - California Vacation Rental - Cottage on the Pacific Ocean!
- Master Bedroom with large deck over looking Pacific
- Captain's Bedroom
- Deck from master bedroom
- Third small bedroom
- Dining Room
- Kitchen
- Sunset from balcony
- Veiw from Coast Walk
- Balcony veiw of the ocean
- Enclosed tropical patio
- Featured in San Diego Home and Garden Magizine
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judi glass , phoenix az
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Tomorrow we leave this wonderful house with all of it's history, but we take with us our own memories. I understand why this place is concidered a piece of heaven on earth. Thank you for sharing it with us my new friend, Jo Albright
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Dear MaryRuth and Laura, It is time to leave, our suitcases are packed and we have taken our last walk along the coast line. It has been all we hoped for and more. I believe this is a trip my parents will always remember. Thank you for opening your home and hearts to us. It has felt like home from the time we walked through the door. It will be hard to go back to work. I am going to take a picture of the cottage to work on Monday- it will be my "retreat" when I need to escape. Thanks again! Cindy Masterson
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Dear MaryRuth and Laura, It is time for us to head back to Michigan but this cottage and your gracious hosptality will linger long in our hearts. This past week has been filled with wonderful La Jolla memories. It has provided us with the perfect spot for our little family reunion. We hope to return again some day. Fondly, Sara Dansky
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On other trips to LaJolla, we have walked by this cottage and admired the design and the gardens. To pretend to live here while people are ahhing and pointing has been great fun. How we hate to leave! We especially enjoyed meeting Mary Ruth, the owner. Sandra and Jack Sylvester