Right on the sand! Oceanfront Historic Retreat

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An aerial view of a coastal residential area with a beach in the background.
A coastal building with a blue door, a brick pathway leading to a beach, and a view of the ocean.
A beach view from a patio with a concrete barrier, a brick floor, and a house with large windows.
A spacious living room with a wooden staircase, a fireplace, and a large window.
A beach view from a covered area with a railing, a clear sky, and the ocean.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • On the beach
    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the beach and sea.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Del Mar Beach

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Balcony
  • Waterpark access
  • Barbecue grill
  • Refrigerator
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Del Mar, CA
  • Place, Del Mar Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Del Mar Fairgrounds
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Del Mar Plaza
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

7 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bedroom 7

2 Twin Beds

First Floor Bedroom 1

2 Twin Beds

First Floor Bedroom 2

2 Twin Beds

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

Second Floor Bedroom 3

1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed

Second Floor Bedroom 4

1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed

Second Floor Bedroom 6

2 Twin Beds

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Half Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

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About the neighborhood

Del Mar

Located in Del Mar, this vacation home is near theme parks and on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Del Mar Beach and Moonlight State Beach, while Del Mar Fairgrounds and LEGOLAND® California are popular area attractions. Traveling with kids? Consider A Balloon or Biplane Adventure by California Dreamin' and Self Realization Fellowship Hermitage & Meditation Gardens. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and rock climbing nearby.
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Del Mar, CA

What's nearby

  • Del Mar Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Del Mar Fairgrounds - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Del Mar Plaza - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Seagrove Park - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Del Mar Racetrack - 3 min drive - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Solana Beach Station - 10 min drive
  • Sorrento Valley Station - 15 min drive
  • Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Monarch Ocean Pub - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Chicken Charlies - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪17 Hands - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪San Diego County Fair Beer Garden - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Clubhouse Terrace @ Del Mar Racetrack - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Right on the sand! Oceanfront Historic Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Right on the sand! Oceanfront Historic Retreat?

As of Nov 10, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Right on the sand! Oceanfront Historic Retreat on Dec 8, 2026 start from $969, 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?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Right on the sand! Oceanfront Historic Retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Right on the sand! Oceanfront Historic Retreat?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Right on the sand! Oceanfront Historic Retreat located?

Nestled on the beach, this Del Mar vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Del Mar Beach, Del Mar Fairgrounds, and Del Mar Racetrack. Seagrove Park and Del Mar Dog Beach are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 20 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 20 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 20 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 20 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

4.0/10

Amenities

4.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We love this property. It’s very accommodating for our family of all ages.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 19, 2026
Thank you so much for your kind review! We’re delighted to hear that the property worked well for your family and was accommodating for guests of all ages. It’s always a pleasure to know our home can help create a comfortable stay for everyone. We truly appreciate you choosing us and would be happy to host you again anytime at any of our 70 coastal properties.
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy
Too much to put. But that house really could use some money out into if you’re gonna price at that point. I rent all the time. Worst ever. Thank god you have a deck that we could use close to the beach. Unfortunately won’t be back. But. Have a great day.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a great stay at this property ! You just can’t beat the location, views and the historic nature of the house. The beach is perfect for walking, surfing and while busy it was not crazy. Love the open gathering rooms. The rental team was super easy to work with and very responsive.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 3, 2026
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear you had a great stay and enjoyed the unbeatable location, beautiful views, and the historic charm of the home. It’s great to know you made the most of the beach and loved the open gathering spaces, they’re perfect for spending quality time together. We truly appreciate your kind words about our team as well. We’d love to welcome you back again for another memorable stay at any of our 70 coastal properties.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent location!

This is an excellent location with lots of room! The weather was wonderful and we had an amazing time with our family at this house.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 23, 2023
Thank you for entrusting us with your vacation!! We are thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the home :) Please come back and stay with us soon at any of our 40+ coastal homes, we would be happy to host you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful beach location

charming home with PRIME beach location and easy walk to downtown. Loved it. Will totally book again
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 23, 2023
Thank you for entrusting us with your vacation!! We are thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the home :) Please come back and stay with us soon at any of our 40+ coastal homes, we would be happy to host you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Reunion

Location, location, location. Hard to be the location.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 23, 2023
This UNIQUE home is located right on the beach! With 7 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms, this home is perfect for larger groups! Just keep in mind, the max occupancy for this home is 14 people at all times ;) We would love to host Brendan again in the future!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Would rent again

The location is hard to beat. The management was very responsive and helpful. A few things could be improved, but we had an overall pleasant stay. We had a minor ceiling leak with some dripping water for a short time. The stove was a bit hard to use. It took a really long time to boil a pot of water. The house lacks some of the comforts of a modern home or comfy furnishings, but that’s probably why the price is so much lower than anywhere else with a location like this. Worth it!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 23, 2023
The Oceanfront Historic is located directly on the sand in Del Mar. Also, right next to a summer lifeguard tower! So, indeed this location is hard to beat! The owner takes pride in its originality and likes standing out from the crowd of modern homes. The vintage Spanish-style furnishings are an added touch to truly give you that 1930s feel of the home. Occasionally, unforeseen issues may arise, but don't worry, we are here to help. Our guest services team is available 24/7. Fortunately, Lindsay reached out right away and our team was able to send a plumber out immediately to address the minor leak. Regarding the stove, we sent an appliance tech out to test it after Lindsay's departure. The electric stove now works perfectly! We appreciate Lindsay's thorough feedback about the property and thank her for choosing our home for her beach vacation!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family stay at the Historic Beach House

SUPER! We were a family of 13, 5 kids 3-12 and 6 adults. The house is old but not yucky old. It is great! Fully stocked, body wash, shampoo and conditioner in every shower including the TWO in the garage! There is tons of beach equipment including sand toys, beach chairs, boogie boards AND fins! The kitchen is also totally stocked with cooking stuff and eating stuff. The TWO refrigerators were great too! All rooms had nice beds with clean linens and PLENTY of bathroom towels AND beach towels! The description is correct about the railings and we were “all hands on deck” when the 3 year old was up and about but never had a problem. The tv room has a ping pong table also! And on top of all that, the location is super outstanding, easy walk into town and right on the beach. We would and just might return yearly!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on May 18, 2025
Thank you for the wonderful review! We’re thrilled the home’s beach gear, fully stocked kitchen (and those extra fridges!), plentiful linens, and easy walk-to-town-and-sand location made your multigenerational getaway a hit. It’s great to hear the railings were manageable with everyone on “all hands on deck.” We’d love to welcome your family back anytime—whether to this home or one of our 70-plus coastal properties for your next annual tradition!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Communication
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is everything about this property! It does not get much better in Del Mar, CA. The management was very responsive and helpful. The beach is excellent: surf directly in front, beach vollyball, with outside and inside (garage) showers for post-beach activites. Walking distance to shopping and restaurants. Plenty of parking. Read the description very carefully, it is accurate.The house, furniture and amentities are very old and tired. The layout is odd, no access directly onto the beach patio. The place needs a facelift, especially furniture, paint and windows. The windows are difficult to see out of to the beach, paint is peeling everywhere especially on the outside and balconies and the furniture is not comfortable. Most of the rooms have single beds, so it sleeps a lot of people, just not couples. Its great for families with lots of kids. Overall, this is a beach house with a location that cannot be better. Don't expect luxury, just fun.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Sibling Reunion

The house itself, and the location were fabulous - on the water, in a great area of Delmar. I have stayed in dozens of rentals like this . Where this house really lacked was in “amenities.“ There was no user manual to explain the house, there was no coffee, even a small amount, to get you through to the next morning. There was no sense of welcome or personal touches from the host. The fireplace was dirty - no firewood on site. I had to text management regarding where to buy firewood. This lack of attention was typical: no ice, (the ice maker was broken,) no broom - it’s on a beach, so there’s sand in the house, no soap - It all added up to a lack of good service. But we had a great time, and it’s a lovely location.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Like an Ocean Front hotel, only better

The house is tremendous in size and location. This ocean front spot is perfectly situated and it feels like a private beach. the HUGE living room is perfect for larger groups and the bedrooms are spread out so there's still great privacy. There's enough parking for six or seven cars, which is always an issue near the beach. the media room is a bonus!
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 23, 2023
Hi Jim! We are happy to hear you and your family enjoyed this very unique home! As you said, there is ample space for larger groups. With 7 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, and max occupancy of 14 people, you definitely will not be stepping on anyone's toes! Plus, you cannot beat the fact the home is right on the beach! It was truly a pleasure hosting you!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect

This house was perfect for our family reunion. The description of the properties accurate.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 23, 2023
Thank you for entrusting us with your vacation!! We are thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the home :) Please come back and stay with us soon at any of our 40+ coastal homes, we would be happy to host you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION

This house is perfect for a many, many person get together. So many rooms and floors, everyone can find what they enjoy. The location is like no other, biggest reason to rent this house.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 23, 2023
Thank you for entrusting us with your vacation!! We are thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the home :) Please come back and stay with us soon at any of our 40+ coastal homes, we would be happy to host you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mini vacay

Nice great, grand entrance. It instantly reminded me of Old Town in San Diego. Absolutely charming with some of the original wood and decors. We had a total of 5 adults and 2 children sleeping there during our stay, and our other immediate family members came by during the day and spent time with us at the beach. This is definitely one of our favorite beach rentals in San Diego and the location was perfect. Even though the house is right next to public entrance to the beach and a lifeguard tower, it didn't bother us, it was still quiet and we still had privacy. We will definitely keep this one in mind for future vacay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 24, 2023
We thank you for entrusting us with your vacation. We know you have a choice when selecting a vacation rental and we hope you know how much we appreciate your business! It was truly a pleasure hosting you and we hope to host you again in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A wonderful escape

The beauty of an evening sunset over the sea has to be seen and personally experienced to be fully appreciated! Enjoy we did.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2020
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 24, 2023
We thank you for entrusting us with your vacation. We know you have a choice when selecting a vacation rental and we hope you know how much we appreciate your business! It was truly a pleasure hosting you and we hope to host you again in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Weekend!

We rented this house as a quick getaway and to celebrate our daughters birthday. The house is awesome. Plenty of rooms, lots of beach toys and very well stocked. The location is the best! We will definitely be returning.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 24, 2023
We thank you for entrusting us with your vacation. We know you have a choice when selecting a vacation rental and we hope you know how much we appreciate your business! It was truly a pleasure hosting you and we hope to host you again in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Just about perfect

The house is big, roomy. plenty of bathrooms. The bedrooms were a good size. The kitchen is small especially if you have a lot of guest. We were 9 adults and 5 children. You gotta keep a close eye on the little ones. This house is NOT child proof as explained in the rental agreement. There's nothing fancy. The carpets / furnishings are old and the house is stuffy and warm. The fans made it bearable. Putting all this aside, the view was amazing. You are 5 steps away from the beach. The beach is clean. People kept their distance. We felt safe-Covid wise. So, if you're looking for a house on the beach, that accommodates a large family, with no frills, this is the place.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent house in excellent neighborhood

The house we selected was amazing!! It had more amenities than we ever could have expected, including coffee, seasoning/spices. Dry good items for baking, even. Lots of beach towels and a close line on the side of the house for outside drying of said towels and swimsuits. There was a complication with the dryer, but the management company was quick to try and resolve it. It needed a replacement and I am confident that will occur soon. We left before it took place, but they were so accommodating!! I will use VRBO again and also the house. I recommend it to others as well.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2020
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 23, 2023
Thank you so much for leaving such a positive review. We are glad the home met your expectations. The owner replaced the dryer a few days after your departure. Thank you for being understanding.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Great Location - Funky House

Awesome location right on the sand in Del Mar. The house itself is very "vintage" on the inside. The layout of the rooms is totally adequate and its a great place to spend a few days on the sand. Pros: Location on the Sand Cost for Location Lots of sleeping spaces Ping Pong Room! Lots of Parking Cons Very "vintage" - 1940s maybe? Kitchen needs upgrade Access to deck area - needs to be opened up Smells like Old Lady (Not Old Spice) Funky layout
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Right on the beach

Beautiful, if slightly older home. Pictures do not do the main great room justice. It's and awesome, large space for larger gathering with views of the ocean. Kitchen may be small, but side room works great as a staging area. Multiple bedrooms, small but personal. Great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2019
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