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Retro Retreat: Ocean & Lagoon Views & Super Fun!

Family-friendly holiday home with water park and Hot tub

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Welcome!
Lagoon and Ocean Views
Spacious Seating
Games Galore!
BBQ

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 83000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Solana Beach, CA
  • Place, Belly Up
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Solana Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Del Mar Racetrack
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪29 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Childrens bedroom

2 Single Beds

Game Room

2 Single Beds

Guest bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Primary

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Guest Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Powder Bath

Toilet

Primary Bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Retro Retreat: Ocean & Lagoon Views & Super Fun!

THINGS TO LOVE
- Unbelievable privacy with ocean and lagoon views
- Amazing lagoon trails just off the bottom of the driveway
- Retro, peaceful and relaxing feel
- Hot tub, outdoor shower and game room for family fun
- Committed to sustainability
- If your property is available for early check-in, we will text you on your arrival date

THINGS TO KNOW
- Dirt road and steep driveway gets you there
- May hear freeway noise if the Santa Ana winds are blowing
- Please buy travel insurance if your plans may change within 30 days of arrival

ABOUT US
- Brenda is an engineer and mother of four
- Our small team lives nearby in Solana Beach, Encinitas, and Carlsbad
- Our team REALLY cares with more than 4000 5-star reviews across all platforms
- Eco-friendly practices include reusable cloth napkins, filtered water, composting and recycling options, laundry pods, drought tolerant landscaping, reusable beach gear/cooler
- Find us at BeachHausRentals (dot you-know-what) and save

THE DEEP DIVE
All BeachHauses are engineered for simple, easy living. All BeachHauses feature self check-in and check-out. They're stocked with beach toys, beach towels, bath towels, laundry detergent, shampoo, conditioner, olive oil, and cooking-ready kitchens.

Perched atop a quiet bluff overlooking the lagoon and Pacific, you can hike 1 mile to the beach through immaculately maintained trails or 1 mile south to downtown Solana Beach and the Cedros Design District. The original record collection, wood paneling, beaded curtains, and pull-chain toilets keep the original funky-retro spirit alive. The brand new carpets, appliances, mattresses, and furnishings keep everything fresh. (We've added a few lava lamps too, just for fun). Enjoy foosball, ping pong, 2 smart TV's, and ample indoor/outdoor nooks and seating areas. At 30MB download, the WiFi's not the fastest...but cell service and nature are both top notch.

Easy-going eclectic neighborhood near Solana Beach:
- Enjoy the ocean breeze and breakfast at Naked Cafe
- Watch some live music at Belly Up on Cedros
- Seaside Market is our favorite grocery store
- Walk to the train station in case you want a quick trip to LA or San Diego

Feel at home in our beloved North County
- We can recommend local photographers and full-sized crib rentals
- Discounts at local YogaSix studio
- Swanky shopping nearby in the Cedros Design District
- Hiking, parks, and beaches galore
- Del Mar racetrack and fairgrounds nearby
- Disneyland, San Diego Zoo, Legoland, and SeaWorld all around an hour away

House Rules:
* Very steep driveway. Maximum of 3 cars in the driveway.
* NO SMOKING and no fire (candles included) anywhere on the premises except in the wood burning stove.
* Voices carry at night from our hilltop so please bring all conversations inside by 10:00PM.
* The yard is not fenced with steep surrounding terrain. Young children and pets should not be left unattended
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
Charge may apply
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Very steep driveway. Max of 3 cars in the driveway. No additional parking. NO SMOKING and no open fire (candles included) anywhere on the premises.
Quiet hours:10P-8A. The yard is not fenced with steep surrounding terrain. Young children/pets should not be
left unattended. Guest is required to sign the rental agreement and agree to the house rules. Minimum age required is 25. No parties nor events.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Solana Beach

Located in Solana Beach, this holiday home is near theme parks and near the beach. LEGOLAND® California is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Del Mar Beach and Moonlight State Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider A Balloon or Biplane Adventure by California Dreamin' and Del Mar Fairgrounds. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Solana Beach, CA

What's nearby

  • Belly Up - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Solana Beach - 3 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Del Mar Racetrack - 4 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Del Mar Beach - 5 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Del Mar Fairgrounds - 5 min drive - 4.9 km

Getting around

  • Solana Beach Station - 4 min drive
  • Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pizza Port Brewing Company - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Claire's on Cedros - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Habit Burger Grill - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Bongiorno's New York Pizzeria - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Retro Retreat: Ocean & Lagoon Views & Super Fun! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Retro Retreat: Ocean & Lagoon Views & Super Fun!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Retro Retreat: Ocean & Lagoon Views & Super Fun!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Retro Retreat: Ocean & Lagoon Views & Super Fun! located?

This family-friendly Solana Beach holiday home is located by the sea, within 1 mi (2 km) of Cedros Avenue and Belly Up. A Balloon or Biplane Adventure by California Dreamin' and Solana Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km). Solana Beach Station is 22 minutes by foot.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 33 out of 34 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 34 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 34 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 34 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 34 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joel S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place, excellent supplies and outfitted well for a relaxing and pleasant stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Greta J.

Great stay!

Stayed here for four nights in September. The house was exactly as pictured. Very cool 70s retro furnishing, large decks with amazing views and sunsets, spacious, clean with everything you need. We loved hiking right down the driveway to the great trails each day, and the short drive into town. It was so quiet and peaceful. We can't wait to return!
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan T.

Picturesque and serene

This property is absolutely beautiful. The view, the privacy, and space, and location...it has all of it! My family and I enjoyed two memorable nights together here and have vowed to return. Close to the beach. Close to Del Mar Racetrack, the crisp air, the sunset and cant say enough about it. The rental staff is extremely accommodating and responsive and we can’t wait to return.

10/10 Excellent

Lennon G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
One of the best places we’ve ever stayed. The kids loved the game room, the hot tub, the attic hideaway. And we loved the retro touches like the record player, the chill vibes and the ocean view. It was so easy to relax there and get into vacation mode which is just what we needed.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim R.

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

Amazing home!

Beautiful home, gorgeous view and just a great time.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great communication. The house is exactly as described. Beautiful views from the deck and living room. Hot tub was an added bonus. Definitely retro, like someone’s well preserved 70’s cabin. Be aware of the very steep driveway and dirt road to get to the house. Otherwise great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Court W.

What a wonderful home and property

I can’t recommend the retro retreat highly enough! We absolutely loved our time there. The ocean views from several rooms of the house, and even more so from the big deck, and side yards with comfy Adirondack chairs, were amazing. We spent time out there morning, noon and night. Another highlight was being able to walk to an awesome trail, called Annie’s trail, or slightly longer walks to the beach, or even downtown Solana Beach. Our group's ages ranged from 9-70, and we all loved our time there. We would love to return someday!

10/10 Excellent

Jen D.

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

Incredible all around!!

Our family of five absolutely loved this house and our four night stay in Solana Beach area. The character, comfort and views from the house were spectacular. It was stocked with absolutely everything we could want or need (kitchen to bedrooms, games room, etc). We can highly recommend this property after a brilliant stay including great communication with the team looking after the house!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew P.

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

Great great stay

Amazing house, extremely great communications, perfect spot for our family.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Jonathan M.

Fantastic stay!

This property has an amazing view and is incredibly clean. The staff is very responsive and was helpful with our every request. We would love to return! Oh, and the hike is awesome. You really can’t beat this location or view. It was a real gift.

10/10 Excellent

Missy M.

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

PERFECTION

This place beyond exceeded our expectations. The wood paneling on all the walls, floor to ceiling windows, super crisp design and decor…chef kiss! Kids and aunties loved the game room, the trail at the end of the driveway was fantastic, and the view of the lagoon and beach was magical. To top it all off, everything was scrubbed clean clean! Would LOVE to stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna M.

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

Retro Retreat Vacay

Great property!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

mollie b.

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

Quick getaway

We had a wonderful time enjoying the views and relaxing in the patio with all the views
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Claire B.

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

Wonderful stay

What a wonderful house in a wonderful location! We enjoyed this property and all it had to offer. The views were amazing. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sheena H.

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

Wonderful Getaway

This property has incredible views, and was a wonderful getaway for my family and I. We enjoyed the hot tub, game room, and being outside soaking up all the views! We hope to come back again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Kara S.

Perfect vacation hideaway

The Retro Retreat reminded us of Grandma's house the minute we opened the front door. It has all of the updated features you want for a successful getaway including super cozy beds and linens, but retains a lot of the original charm of a 70's hilltop house. Plus, that view! We enjoyed many nights grilling fresh seafood and eating on the patio - in March! There were a few maintenance issues, but the response was immediate and didn't interrupt us at all. I will say, when they warn about the driveway, it's no joke. I'm pretty sure it's at a 45 degree angle - you'll want an SUV. However, that height affords almost total privacy, which is crazy considering how closely houses are stacked together. We had a wonderful time and would stay here again.

10/10 Excellent

Brooks L.

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

Amazing Location | Retro Vibes

Loved the retro ocean vibes of this home and location. Great and easy access to trails and walking into Solana Beach. Enjoyed the small retro touches throughout the home. Great and easy communication with the property managers.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

REBECCA W.

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

Absolutely Amazing!

We had such a fantastic time! The views were stunning, the records,game room and Jacuzzi made for a perfect getaway for our family. We will be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert W.

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

Awesome!

Our crew stayed here for a job we were working on near by. Made it very convenient and comfy for the crew. Nice views and easy to get in!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Jane C.

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

Celestial paradise

Great views and so many outside areas. The playroom for the kids was great but carpet should be changed out - room smells a bit . Otherwise place great
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie A.

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

Unique and fabulous

We loved our stay at the retro house!!! The house is charming and funky while being completely comfortable and functional. The view is amazing and we loved watching the sunset every night. Could get a little warm during the day (we never used the AC even though the house does have it) but we would open the windows to the ocean breeze and it would cool down plenty for bedtime. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

jeb r.

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

Views, Views, Views

Anytime I can get my kids to do puzzles and play ping pong…win. Very cozy with the wood stove and the town is full of easy walking enjoyment.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patricia N.

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

Peaceful Retreat

My family and I had a wonderful stay at this peaceful retreat. Nestled on a hill, there were amazing views and quiet sitting areas to enjoy them. The retro decor was fun and we enjoyed playing the records provided. The lower level with the ping pong table and foosball table was great. Both the kids and adults enjoyed them! Since it is nestled on a hill, expect a steep driveway. It was steeper than I was expecting so walking back up after our walk on the trails was a bit of a challenge. We would definitiely stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristin J.

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

Fabulous house, great views, wonderful owners

We were in town due to a sudden death and decided to book through VRBO last minute and get out of our hotel. The owners were so gracious and accommodating and even let us get in a day early and comped that, due to our circumstances. Communication with them wa great. Inside has a very cool retro vibe but the furnishings are new. Beds were very comfortable. Plenty of outdoor space and we could see the ocean. Very cool game room in the basement. I highly recommend this property and if we are back we will book it again.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Emily M.

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

Amazing spot!

We had so much fun at this wonderful house! My husband and our two children, ages 11 and 8 and our 12 year-old Labrador named Dexter enjoyed a long weekend here. It was a great location because we were very close to the dog beach, markets, restaurants. The house was amazing, loved the retro vibe. We also found the location and view so relaxing. We loved the privacy it offered as well as the morning views from the deck while drinking our coffee. I was also really impressed with the level of care and communication. When we checked out, our son accidentally left his iPad behind. We didn’t realize it until we got home and I contacted the property management company. They were so easy to work with. They located the iPad within 20 minutes and shipped it to us for free! We had the iPad back in two days. Overall, it was such a wonderful experience, and we will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

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