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Sandcastle: Short walk to beach.

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TV, offices
Exterior
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi
Dining
Shower, hair dryer, shampoo

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 667 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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La Jolla, CA
  • Place, Windansea Beach
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Marine Street Beach
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, La Jolla Cove
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪20 min drive‬

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About the area

La Jolla

Located in La Jolla (Beach Barber Tract), this cottage is within a 10-minute drive of Mission Bay and Mission Beach Boardwalk. .This cottage is 3.8 mi (6 km) from Mission Beach and 10.2 mi (16.4 km) from Hotel Circle.

What's nearby

  • Windansea Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Marine Street Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • La Jolla Tide Pools - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • La Jolla Cove - 2 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • Balboa Avenue Transit Center Station - 9 min drive
  • San Diego Coaster Sorrento Valley Station - 11 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Taco Stand - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪El Pescador Fish Market - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Harry's Coffee Shop - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Sugar and Scribe - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Rigoberto's Taco Shop - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Sandcastle: Short walk to beach.

Summary:

The Sandcastle is a 2 bedroom, 1 bath home with a lovely, secluded backyard for relaxing and enjoying those warm summer days.



Recently remodeled, the Sandcastle has all the comforts of home with an envious location at Windansea Beach and within walking distance to The Village of La Jolla or to the several restaurants, bars and bakeries right there at Windansea.



The Space:

The Sandcastle has a recently remodeled kitchen with all new appliances including a dishwasher, 2 door refrigerator and oven. The kitchen has a dining area with seating for 6 and all the kitchen accessories to cook a light summer meal or a Thanksgiving feast.



The living room has a large screen, Smart TV, comfortable sleeper sofa and a sliding door that opens onto the back spacious patio.



The entire cottage has brand new flooring throughout, ceiling fans in both bedrooms and the living room, new paint and very comfy furniture.



The master bedroom is very spacious with a King size bed, Smart TV and lots of closet space.



The guest bedroom has 2 twin beds and closet space.



The bathroom has a brand new walk in shower, vanity and tile work.



The home features a large, private fenced in backyard with BBQ and conversation piece with seating for 4.

As an added bonus there is parking for 2-3 cars on the property.



With just a 2.5 block walk to the steps leading down to the famous Windansea Beach, this home is perfect for families, this relaxing retreat in only a short distance to La Jolla Shores, Sea World and UCSD.



Enjoy the many fabulous restaurants and bars in the area within walking distance from the Sandcastle.

This is a great cottage for your San Diego beach getaway.



PET CONSIDERED

Pets may be allowed if the pet has been approved by Management and a nonrefundable Pet Fee has been paid. Pet Fee: $40/Night, $250/Wk or $300/Month (Per Pet).



THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW:



This is a NON-SMOKING home. This includes patios, decks and outside areas.



The home is not equipped with A/C, however it does have ceiling fans in each room.



This home is located in a quiet neighborhood and is only suitable for quieter groups. Our rental agreement includes a no tolerance policy regarding excessive noise, occupancy and/or parties. Deposit forfeitures and/or evictions are strictly enforced.



This home has a maximum occupancy of 6 people. You may not exceed that at any time and will be strictly enforced. Strictly no parties of any kind allowed at this property.



For homes that allow pets there are certain rules that always apply. Pets are never to be left alone in the homes uncrated if they are prone to check, bark or are not house broken. If you plan on spending time away from your pets please find a doggy day care or crate your pet. Any damage caused by your pet is not covered under your damage insurance. You can call our office for recommendations or check the Welcome Book.



Pet Fee: $40/Night - for longer stays, please inquire about flat rates.



Please make sure you are comfortable with these policies before renting with La Jolla Vacation Rentals.



A little about the area of Windansea (La Jolla):



Windansea Beach, where the sand is soft, the water is stunning and the surfers abound. There’s a good reason the locals frequent often and why so many San Diego wedding parties come to have their photographs taken here; its picturesque landscape creates the perfect setting. Dogs are allowed here after 6 pm. During fall and winter time, they can come earlier starting at 4 pm.



Windansea Beach is great for surfing and other water activities. Its serenity and beauty has made it a popular spot for wedding photos in San Diego, San Diego engagement photos and so on. There are benches placed above the water, along the land, for those who’d like to simply sit and gaze out at the sea. You’ll often see people reading a book or just relaxing, staring out into the surf.



City of San Diego Tax Number : 642164

City of San Diego License Number: STR-01513L



Guest Access:

Guests will receive a welcome letter with check-in details and lock code for their stay.



The Neighborhood:

Windansea Beach



Other Things to Note:

This home has a maximum occupancy of 6 people (Maximum Occupancy is strictly enforced)



Parking: Off-Street parking for 2 cars.



This is a Non-Smoking Home (Inside and Out)



This home does not have A/C



Pet's are considered (Pet Fee: $40/Night) for longer stays, ask about Flat Rates



Baby items are available to rent for an additional charge

High Chair: $25/Each

Pac-N-Play: $25/Each



Boogie Boards are available to rent for an additional charge

$20/Each



Beach Wagons are available to rent for an additional charge

$35/Each



Early Check-In's and Late Check-Out's can be requested 1 week prior to check-in.



Early check in is a $25/Hr fee from 12PM



Late Check out is a $25/Hr fee from 11AM - 2PM





Twin Mattress Rental With Bedding: $30

Queen Air Mattress Rental With Bedding: $60



Interaction with Guests:

La Jolla Vacation Rentals is available 24/7 for your convenience. Emergency numbers will be provided in your Check-In details and Welcome Book.
Make yourself comfortable in this cottage, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and a stovetop. There's a private balcony. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
This smoke-free cottage features hiking/biking trails nearby and scuba diving nearby.
Guests will find features like internet access.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Scuba diving nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 725 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
This property accepts cash
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number 642164, STR-01513L

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Sandcastle: Short walk to beach. Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 7 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 7 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 7 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Victor H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Danielle R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location, cute little cottage

Cottage had mostly everything we needed. Close to beach and shops/restaurants at the cove.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Carole R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent location for La Jolla and the beaches. The cottage is very clean. It has all the essentials except a cutting board which would be very useful. The old windows definitely need replacing, we did struggle to open/close these, which is essential for airflow.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

heather

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was perfect Really enjoyed out stay Able to walk to beach, restaurants and so much more. Highly recommend We will rent again when we’re back in town
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

albert c.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great cottage!

This is a delightful old-fashioned cottage that has been updated. Super comfortable and great location. Quiet neighborhood with restaurants nearby.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lauren T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Location!

We had a great stay, it was perfect for our family of 4 and we enjoyed having the outdoor space. The location was amazing with many places within walking distance and easy beach access.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024