Apartment

La Jolla Cottage by the Sea

Apartment in La Jolla with kitchenette and balcony

exterior view of the cottage above the garage, which is accessed by the stairs

kitchenette with mini fridge, toaster oven, coffee maker, sink and hot plate.

Overview
Location
Amenities
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Exceptional

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3400 sq ft

Popular amenities

Breakfast available
Parking available
Barbecue grill
Pet-friendly
Kitchen
Free WiFi

Explore the area

La Jolla, CA

Place, Mission and Pacific Beaches
‪10 min walk‬
Place, Tourmaline Surfing Park
‪15 min walk‬
Place, Pacific Beach
‪17 min walk‬
Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
‪15 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Studio

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchenette

Balcony

About this property

La Jolla Cottage by the Sea

Relaxing, quaint studio in the Bird Rock neighborhood of La Jolla. Quiet and serene with private entrance and balcony overlooking a small fish pond.

A 10 minute walk to Calumet Park with an overlook of the Pacific Ocean. Coffee shops, a bakery, yoga and restaurants all close by. A King sized pullout couch with memory foam topper sleeps 2 adults comfortably. A Twin sized mattress also available.

Cycle friendly with complementary beach cruisers to explore the Pacific Beach boardwalk, or cycle the Bird Rock path into La Jolla Village. Beach chairs, boogie boards, beach toys are available.

Kitchenette (see amenities listed), shower, and balcony.

Please enjoy our backyard from the comfort of the cottage deck. The backyard is part of our living space, and may be shared upon request.

Also, ask us about our 2 BR property in Kailua-Kona with the most amazing snorkeling on the island just minutes away. VRBO property #20162444.

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Amenities

Kitchen

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Breakfast available

Parking available

Sea view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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

Long-term renters welcome

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

Property Registration Number 648348, STR-07098L

About the area

La Jolla

Located in Bird Rock, a neighbourhood in La Jolla, this apartment is near theme parks and near the beach. Port of San Diego and Torrey Pines Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Mission Bay and Mission Beach. San Diego Zoo and USS Midway Museum are not to be missed. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking nearby.

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La Jolla, CA

What's nearby

Mission and Pacific Beaches - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
Tourmaline Surfing Park - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
Pacific Beach - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
Windansea Beach - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
Crystal Pier - 3 min drive - 3.0 km

Getting around

Balboa Avenue Transit Center Station - 7 min drive
San Diego Coaster Sorrento Valley Station - 14 min drive
San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

‪Paradisaea - ‬7 min walk
‪Bird Rock Coffee Roasters - ‬5 min walk
‪Surf Lounge - ‬17 min walk
‪London's West End - ‬15 min walk
‪Froggy's - ‬16 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is La Jolla Cottage by the Sea pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much is parking at La Jolla Cottage by the Sea?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at La Jolla Cottage by the Sea?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at La Jolla Cottage by the Sea?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is La Jolla Cottage by the Sea located?

Located in Bird Rock, this apartment building is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Bird Rock and within 3 miles (5 km) of Mission Bay and Mission Beach. Mission and Pacific Beaches and Tourmaline Surfing Park are also within 1 mile (2 km).

9.6

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Matt C.

15 Oct, 2025

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

We had an amazing time staying at this little cottage in La Jolla. Very clean room with lots of extra amenities and a nice balcony view of the neighborhood. Mark and Marty were very helpful and kind to us during our stay, and we would love to come back again!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

omar

23 Aug, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication

A tranquil little studio cottage in a quiet neighborhood near the beaches.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

John D.

12 Aug, 2025

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

Nice place

Nice neighborhood, close to everything

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia M.

21 Jul, 2025

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

Great location and the space is lovely. Hosts were friendly, responsive and respectful of our privacy. Overall we had a great time and would recommend for a couple.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

kailee a.

16 Jun, 2025

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

It was perfect for our stay! We enjoyed the landscaping and the area. It was quiet and close to everything.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter S.

23 Jun, 2025

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

Great Beach Experience w/o The Noise

Excellent neighborhood and property.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

lucy s.

27 May, 2025

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

Cozy and relaxing

We loved the atmosphere, convenience, and location of this amazing property :)

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bret H.

24 Sept, 2025

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

Incredible location and immaculate room. The neighborhood is very quiet and you can walk to many restaurants and coffee shops. The room is pretty much a big comfy bed, nice bath, and small kitchen with a lovely deck. Our hosts were away, so we spent time in their great backyard patio/garden. Biking to Pacific Beach every day was AMAZING. Marty was super communicative and helpful throughout.

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brad C.

4 Dec, 2024

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

Great Stay

Great Location, Nice Cottage, Super hosts.

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Janet O.

13 Jun, 2025

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Overall our stay was good. However, the bathroom could have used a better cleaning and the freezer in the refrigerator needed defrosting pretty badly. The bed was great and we really enjoyed our stay.

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

kevin h.

25 Jul, 2025

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

The rental was perfect. It's in a quiet, clean and safe neighborhood, located closer to the beach than I had expected. Owners were very nice and helpful. I will be back in the future.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

john p.

19 Jul, 2025

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

The bed was extremely comfortable. The whole room and setup were just right. The bottle of wine was a nice extra. I appreciated all the little extras provided, to compensate for some items we forgot to pack. I would absolutely stay there again.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ann

5 Jul, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

The property was perfect for our stay. Loved the quiet mornings reading on the balcony. Easy walk to a coffee shop and a short drive to the beach. The owners are super nice and helpful (they even mailed back my lost AirPod). This is the second year in a row we’ve stayed there and the experience, as before, was exceptional.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

kayla l.

21 Apr, 2025

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

Great getaway!

Location is amazing! Walking distance to all the cute shops, restaurants, beach. Communication was great too with any questions we had.

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kyle S.

26 Aug, 2024

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

Great location very nice stay

Had a great stay with my girlfriend, location is amazing, very clean and comfortable and gracious host. Would stay again!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tom M.

28 Jun, 2025

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

Tom

Great Cozy place - very quiet neighborhood but close to places to eat etc. the owner was Awesome Thank YOU!!!!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025