This precious, enchanting cottage is set on a quiet side street less than half a block to one the most beautiful beaches in the world and the legendary gem of the Southern California—Windansea Beach. The home is furnished by the internationally renown designers/owners. It offers relaxed cozy comfort with sophistication and simplicity of classic modern design with distinct European flavor.
It features top quality appointments from original artworks to luxurious details. The elegantly spacious, light filled, airy space opens through the wall of French doors to the sun-filled intimate tropical patio-paradise. Perfect for a romantic enjoyment of a couple or two-to-four persons.
The home is steps from the shore of Windansea Beach, known for its spectacular scenery, sand and soft rock formations and turquoise-translucent surf breaks created by underwater reefs. The beach with its’ grass-roofed shack that dates back to the early 1940's and is designated as a National Landmark, enjoys a colorful history involving the quintessential California surfing and beach culture integrated into the exclusive high-end community of La Jolla.
Sandstone rocks act as partitions along the beach offering a secluded atmosphere for picnics, intimate gatherings and sunbathing. The magnificent sunsets bring to a peak this unforgettable, phenomenal-and romantic spectacle. It has been immortalized in many an account including the Tom Wolf’s famous book; The Pump House Gang.
La Jolla means ‘A Gem’ and it’s been known as that for more than one good reason. A leisurely walk or a short ride from the cottage takes you to the La Jolla village with landmarks and attractions like the La Valencia Hotel, Seals’ Beach, great restaurants including the celebrated George’s on the Cove, the Contemporary Art Museum and much more. This is a special place that retains its intimacy while providing a range of memorable, high-quality experiences.
The home amenities include:
• King size bed with firm mattress: o Seven inches of natural latex provides good pressure-relieving capacity, enabling your body to relax more fully o Pure, 100% eco-cotton, grown without pesticides, lets you enjoy a fresh, natural sleeping surface o Seven comfort zones provide very precise support and reduce pressure on your shoulders and hips o The open-cell material improves air circulation and allows moisture to evaporate naturally
• Fine 630 thread count Linens. Down Comforters and Pillows.
• His & Hers Luxury Bathrobes
• Two Flat-Screen TV's: 42' LED Edge Lit LCD HDTV in living room and another set in the bedroom
• Blue-Ray DVD/CD player
• Stereo System with tuner and iPods & iPhone dock has surround sound with volume controls in both living and bedroom areas
• Cable TV
• Broadband Internet with Wi-Fi secure network
• 2 Beach Cruisers Bikes with Baskets and Lock
• Ceiling Fans in bedroom and living room, openable skylights in bedroom
• Corner Sleeper Sofa (full-size) o The pull-out unit is covered in the same fabric as the sofa; pulls out to make a generous chaise and full-size bed in one.
• Dining table pulls out to accommodate up to 6
• Full Kitchen:
o Granite bar countertop o Dishwasher o Microwave o Cooking utensils provided o Refrigerator o Gas stove o Coffee maker o French press o Blender o Toaster oven
• Private Tropical Patio with outdoor Bistro Set
• Outdoor Propane Grill
• Covered Parking space
• Portable Air Conditioner available for bedroom June – September, if requested prior to your stay
• For stays more then 2 weeks we require a $100 bi-weekly cleaning.
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We require a $100 bi-weekly cleaning for long-term stays.
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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 and a deadlock
Property Registration Number 520154, STR-00098L
About the area
La Jolla
Located in Beach Barber Tract, a neighbourhood in La Jolla, this cottage is near theme parks and near the beach. Fashion Valley Mall and Seaport Village are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Birch Aquarium and USS Midway Museum. Waterfront Park and San Diego Zoo are not to be missed. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and hiking.
Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
La Jolla Cove - 2 min drive - 2.3 km
Getting around
Balboa Avenue Transit Center Station - 9 min drive
San Diego Coaster Sorrento Valley Station - 12 min drive
San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field) - 28 min drive
Restaurants
The Taco Stand - 17 min walk
El Pescador Fish Market - 16 min walk
Harry's Coffee Shop - 2 min drive
Sugar and Scribe - 3 min drive
Public House La Jolla - 3 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Windansea Lovely Beach Place pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Windansea Lovely Beach Place?
As of 13 Apr, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Windansea Lovely Beach Place on 27 Jul, 2026 start from S$350, 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 at Windansea Lovely Beach Place?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Windansea Lovely Beach Place?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Windansea Lovely Beach Place?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Windansea Lovely Beach Place located?
Located in Beach Barber Tract, this cottage is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Windansea Beach and 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from La Jolla Cove. La Jolla Tide Pools and Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego are also within 2 miles (3 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
This was our second stay at this truly lovely beach place. The location can’t be beat and the cottage has everything we needed for a comfortable week long stay. Thank you!
Our stay was so wonderful. A fabulous little accommodation right next to Wind and Sea. Cathleen was so great to work with, she was very communicative and made our stay stress free, even recommended some fun stuff for us to check out. We will definitely be back!
Great communication with host before and during our stay. Quaint cottage a block from Windandsea beach. Sunsets awesome. Location is close to everything you would need and within walking distance of a wide variety of restaurants and a market. Cafe Vahik had the best breakfast and friendly owner - 4 minute walk. Everything provided for a comfortable stay. Very clean. Nice king bed. Perfect place for two.
Our little family loved our stay at this cottage and Cathleen was very helpful at check-in. The location is perfect, close walk to a beautiful beach yet secluded and private. It had all of the necessities for our week there and we look forward to staying here again in the future.
We enjoyed staying in this little cottage, super close to Windansea beach, but still in a quiet location. We had everything we needed there. Thank you and looking forward to returning next year.
Francine O.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Mar, 2025
Thank you so much for being great guests, we are so glad you enjoyed your stay and had everything you needed. We look forward to your return next year!
Little Beach Cottage about 2 blocks from the Ocean. The property is pretty small and it shows it age but it was fine for the two of us to get away and enjoy a little time to ourselves.
Robert W.
Stayed 16 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Mar, 2025
I am so glad you enjoyed our cozy beach cottage, we love the feel to it and work hard to update it without changing its character.
We come to La Jolla every January and stay at Windansea. This is the best place we have stayed so far! Perfect location, designated parking, quiet and private. Just be sure to bring a sleep mask, the skylights in the bedroom can disturb light sleepers!
We had everything we needed for a great stay here, the bed is super comfortable and the cottage is well equipped. Fantastic location for the beach and an easy walk to La Jolla. Communication with the property manager was great.
We loved our stay, the location was perfect. Couple of coffee shops and bars right around the corner. And obviously, a quick was to the beach! Only downfall is the skylights in the bedroom gave us a wakeup call at 6am everyday. Bring an eye mask!
This was a fabulous VRBO! Very clean, cozy and well equipped with an easy check in/out process. Location is perfect (close to windansea surfing and La Jolla, Birdrock neighborhoods). Both the owner and property manager were in touch throughout the stay.
This place is lovely. Large kitchen, comfy bed, good shower and water pressure and charming patio. Well stocked and perfect location. Good communication with property manager Catherine. Highly recommend!!
Nice and clean, appealingly furnished, new appliances, good television programming available, dedicated parking space. Extraordinarily good location and neighborhood, short walk to the beach.
We were very happy to have a quick walk to the beach at sunset. And, we frequently walked to La Jolla Cove to the north and Bird Rock area to the south. The furnishings are fine and the skylights in the master bedroom are marvelous, especially on a warm day because they open for ventilation. The private, locked entrance is greatly appreciated as is the dedicated parking. All in all the price is fair.
Nice rental with private courtyard, close to beach
This was a very nice, light and airy rental with a private, cute tropical-themed courtyard. The walk to the beach was only 5 minutes tops. I would take my coffee down there in the morning and meditate to the waves crashing in. Very convenient to San Diego sights, seal beach, Mt. Soledad, etc. My only suggestion would be to have a code for check-in to facilitate the process. I would highly recommend this rental to anyone staying in the San Diego/ La Jolla area!
This is an older unit, a short walk from the stairs to the Windansea beach. It is well furnished but not updated. Bathroom has tub with overhead shower. Unit is reached via an alley and does not front on street. Large overhead skylights in bedroom. Portable AC in bedroom is quite noisy. TV is more inconsistent than most, but host added channel that we requested.
Harold T.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Oct, 2024
Thank you for your review. Our cottage (not unit?) has been updated, but we chose to keep the 'charm' of our place as is, which is what we so love about it.
This is a very pleasant place to be. It is close to the beach and convenient to whatever place you want to go in SD. The place is super quiet and clean. The kitchen is fully equipped, allowing to cook whatever one has in mind. It is THE place for a longer stay, as I did for 10 weeks. Communication with the housekeeper, was prompt and easy. The only pain was the booking platform. In the 21st century they allow credit card payments only, what was really a hassle, given the price for a long term stay and limits set to credit cards. It almost caused that I was unable to book because of that. That is why I rated "agency" as very poor, what has nothing to do with the perfect communication with the housekeeper or owner. Check other platforms and you'll find the place there.
Matthias M.
Stayed 76 nights in Nov 2024
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Andy and Denise P.
6 Oct, 2017
Relaxing stay
Stayed for 4 nights with my husband and had a great time! We appreciated that Cathleen called us a couple hours before check in time to let us know the place was ready. She was very friendly, suggested several nearby restaurants and let us in early since we were already in the area. After that, we were on our own, however I'm sure we could have called her if anything was needed.
It is a good location as home base for exploring La Jolla area. The bikes were very handy and we enjoyed the easy walk to several coffee shops and restaurants. Had everything we needed at the apartment, but we didn't do any real cooking so can't speak for how well kitchen is equipped. There was a bit of construction noise from down the alley and sawing next door but it was always during the day and didn't interrupt our enjoyment of the place. Evenings and nights were surprisingly quiet given the density of housing in the area.
We loved the beach and convenience of the location and would love to return for a longer stay. I will be keeping the rental info handy and hope that it is available in the future!
Andy and Denise P.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr, 2020
I am so glad you had a relaxing time and enjoyed your experience at our lovely cottage in La Jolla. We look forward to you returning for a longer stay!
The property is nice and only a 1/2 block from the beach, but it's a bit worn. A cute courtyard. The bed was very comfortable in a large bedroom. The kitchen and bath work, but are original to the structure and could use an updating. We had a problem working the living room TV. (Only could get LG programming). Aside from these minor issues, we really enjoyed our stay.
My husband and I loved staying in this bright, clean, comfortable place. The casita had everything we needed and wanted for our stay. The outdoor space is perfect for enjoying San Diego weather and the location is perfect for a quick beach walk or a day at the beach. The pictures on the listing are just what it looks like. We enjoy walking, so a walk to the "Children's Pool" to see the seals or to the retail area of La Jolla (we especially like Warwick's) or to Bird Rock were fun. Communication with the owner and property manager was quick and easy. Definitely 5 star.
Linda K.
Stayed 21 nights in Feb 2022
About the host
Your host
I grew up here in this idyllic place and even though my life has taken me all over the world I always consider this home. Windansea is a special place with awesome surfing, swimming and the most beautiful sunsets in the world. La Jolla is truly a gem that is always in my heart.
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