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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedroomsSleeps 4800 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Kitchen

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Del Mar, CA
  • Place, Del Mar Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Del Mar Fairgrounds
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Del Mar Racetrack
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪28 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Del Mar

Seaside stay .Within a 10-minute walk of the vacation home, you'll find Del Mar Beach and Del Mar Dog Beach. Also, Del Mar Fairgrounds is within half a mile (1 km) and Del Mar North Beach is within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Del Mar Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Del Mar Fairgrounds - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Del Mar Plaza - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Del Mar Racetrack - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Torrey Pines State Beach - 6 min drive - 3.3 miles

Getting around

  • Solana Beach Station - 8 min drive
  • Sorrento Valley Station - 13 min drive
  • Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪San Diego County Fair Beer Garden - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Charlie Whittingham Sports Pub - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Brigantine - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Clubhouse Terrace @ Del Mar Racetrack - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Jake's Del Mar - ‬14 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.

Family Friendly Seahorse Cottage, a short walk to the beach!

THINGS TO LOVE
- Easy 2 minute walk to the beach
- Family-friendly property with beach gear and toys
- No through traffic, on a cul de sac
- Enclosed outdoor space with charcoal BBQ
- Work-friendly internet and Wi-Fi
- Committed to sustainability
- If your property is available for early check-in, we will text you on your arrival date

THINGS TO KNOW
- Shared laundry, garage and beach gear with front cottage (duplex)
- Pet-friendly, but please do not leave dogs at home to bark
- 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.

Drop down the road and onto the beach: it's a 2 minute walk with a great crosswalk, and totally flat. All the better for the beach toys you have in tow, found waiting for you in the shared garage with your own little wagon. Play in the sand, relax back into the sun, boogie board or surf. Then come back to a truly cooking-ready kitchen, an outdoor shower, your own private fenced back yard. The owners spend weeks here every year so you know it's livable. All you have to do is come.

Easy-going eclectic neighborhood near Del Mar
- Let your dog play at Dog Beach & enjoy the volleyball courts too
- Go to the Del Mar racetrack and fairgrounds nearby
- Eat and shop in charming downtown Del Mar
- Enjoy a family walk on the Coast to Crest Trail

Feel at home in our beloved North County
- We can recommend local photographers and full-sized crib rental
- 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:
* No parties or events
* No smoking
* Dogs can not be left home alone to bark and disturb the neighbors
* Wash off the sand before you go in the house please!
* Quiet hours are strictly enforced from 10:00P-8:00A weekdays and 11:00P-9:00A weekends/holidays

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Car recommended
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Outdoor shower
  • Shampoo
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Electric car charging station
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 800 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

No parties or events. No smoking on property. Wash off the sand before you go in the house please!. Quiet hours are strictly
enforced from 10:00P-8:00A. Guest is required to sign the rental agreement and agree to the house rules. Minimum age required is 25.
Only dogs as pets allowed, don't leave them at home to bark.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Dogs can not be left home alone to bark

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

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
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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Family Friendly Seahorse Cottage, a short walk to the beach! to the airport?

This vacation home is 15.6 mi (25-min drive) away from the Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Family Friendly Seahorse Cottage, a short walk to the beach! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Family Friendly Seahorse Cottage, a short walk to the beach! to the beach?

This vacation home is a short 6-minute walk from Del Mar Beach and 13-minute walk from Del Mar North Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Family Friendly Seahorse Cottage, a short walk to the beach! offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Family Friendly Seahorse Cottage, a short walk to the beach!?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Family Friendly Seahorse Cottage, a short walk to the beach!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Family Friendly Seahorse Cottage, a short walk to the beach!?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Family Friendly Seahorse Cottage, a short walk to the beach! have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Family Friendly Seahorse Cottage, a short walk to the beach! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Family Friendly Seahorse Cottage, a short walk to the beach! to downtown Del Mar?

This vacation home is 0.9 mi away from Del Mar.

Family Friendly Seahorse Cottage, a short walk to the beach! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 117 out of 131 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 131 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 131 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 131 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 131 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

laura m., Park city UT

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely property! Gorgeous set up and the team supporting the property exceeded our expectations. We will definitely be back for a return visit!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

An B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect beach house with AMAZING hosts

Amazing location literally steps from the beach, and also a close walk to our favorite dog beach. House was spotless, super cute and. had everything we needed and more. Aside from that, which is really already enough for us to rebook - the hosts were amazing. Amazing communication before and throughout. We managed to somehow lock ourselves out of the bathroom and they came over right away to help us. We also forgot my son’s stuffy, and they offered to mail it back to us free of charge. A truly excellent experience from beginning to end! Don’t hesitate - just book! You’ll be glad you did!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenna K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beach Dream

Great stay! Perfect location! Super clean and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

betina s.

Liked: Cleanliness

The house was so nice!!! Everything new!!! The location exellent!!! We had a very amazing stay

Excelent
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chad A., Chandler, AZ

Liked: Cleanliness

Del Mar Gem

Very comfortable, modern house in a great location. Will definitely rent here again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charlie B., Weston, MA and Lenox, MA

Liked: Cleanliness

Two minutes to beach, and immaculate

I’ve stayed at dozens of rentals, and this is among my favorites. Beautifully equipped, exceptionally clean. Design-wise, imagine the sample rooms at IKEA. Not everyone’s taste, but it happens to be mine. There are beach carts in the garage. Throw in some provided chairs, toys, etc. and you’re on the beach in a few minutes. Yet you’re in a quiet lovely neighborhood. I can’t say anything about the hosts, because I neither had nor needed any human contact. Everything was meticulously labeled and easy to understand. Please don’t book this property. I want it to be available for my next rental!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne Andrews

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful, comfortable stay!

This is an artfully decorated and very comfortable home in a great neighborhood with lots of thoughtful add ons and kitchen and bath items to make the stay even better. The short walk to the beach is convenient.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Norah c.

Liked: Cleanliness

Super lil’cottage

Very well equipped kitchen and beautifully upgraded, modern interior of the cottage with attention to every detail. Lovely patio and garden area for morning coffee or BBQ. Quiet neighborhood. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debbie E.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Place for Dogs!

The cottage has absolutely everything you could possibly want, including a lovely backyard and patio. It is a 10-minute walk to the Del Mar Dog Beach, making it ideal for staying with pets. AND there are two parking slots -- very rare this close to the beach. We loved it and will be back!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice location and amenities!!

Super spot .. great amenities .. enjoyed our 3 day stay .. will return one day to this home!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marci W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Personal touches!

We rented the Seahorse Cottage while we were in town for my daughter's horse show and we loved our stay! Clean, cozy, well decorated, comfortable beds and everything we needed for our stay. We loved the personal touches and will definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Dog Friendly and close to the Dog Beach!

I selected this property specifically for its proximity to the dog beach. I was visiting family and travel with my dog so I wanted him to be able to enjoy the beach as well. The off-leash dog beach is within walking distance of the cottage. The cottage has a fully fenced back yard and a hose to rinse my dog off after the beach and a small deck for him to dry off on. The cottage was charming and comfortable. If you are noise sensitive, you can here the light rail occasionally. We had a super nice stay and would definitely consider staying again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sayanan S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely coastal getaway

Really wonderful location, and a very cute property. The yard is great for a dog and a casual bbq dinner.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful

Loved this place so much. It has a wonderful beach bungalow vibe. Very clean. The back patio and yard were well kept and relaxing. Location was awesome! Owners responded within minutes with any questions we had. I hope we can stay here again the next time we are in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Heather O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful location!

This is a perfect location for the beach at Del Mar, while the place is very small, it is perfect for a small family or a couple. I stayed with my adult son during the stay and the living area is small with a small couch and one chair. So there is not much space but the location is perfect-hence the 4 star rating, as another chair would be nice:)
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

greg h.

Liked: Cleanliness

Comfortable and close to beach

Property managers do a good job. House was in good condition and well equipped. Would stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashley A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely

We thoroughly enjoyed our vacation in this adorable bungalow. The location can’t be beat! It had all the essentials for our family, including a high chair, toddler step, beach toys and a wagon. We also appreciated how quiet it was at night.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

tiffany m.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute, quaint home, perfect location for beach

I gave 5’s across the board with the exception of cleanliness … only because we found some broken glass between the couch and side table but this could’ve been easily overseen by cleaners… we only found it because of my one year old crawling. We loved the backyard and the proximity to the beach.. it is literally minutes from beach. Only downside is you can’t really walk to get food, it’s on the other side of the (bridge?) not sure what to call it and if you do walk through the neighborhood it’s a good long walk .. not a huge deal but just FYI for anyone who wants to walk to get food or coffee… Overall we loved this home and our stay and the communication with the property team was exceptional. As long as you are good with sharing a wall with neighbors this house is perfect.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael K.

Liked: Cleanliness

nice place

clean and cozy
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christina M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful!

We stayed 3 nights at this little cottage and had a wonderful time! The cottage is very clean and decorated nicely. The kitchen is well stocked with dishes, pots and pans, and utensils. The queen bed was very comfortable. We took our 2 dogs and we were very pleased with the fully fenced backyard and having the dog beach just down the street. The neighborhood is very quiet and safe. Lots of beach gear in the garage for your use as well as beach towels. We would definitely love to stay here again :)
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

nina j.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cutest little cottage

Great cottage! Modern, very close to the beach and great patio.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

John S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Easy living

Awesome property and location. Close to beach, town, fairgrounds, etc….
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gina B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Restored my Faith in VRBO

I'm sure I'm not alone in having had some bad VRBO experiences, to the point that I have mostly gone back to staying in hotels. HOWEVER, this rental is the way VRBO used to be! No crazy fees, the place was absolutely lovely, the communication was amazing! I would absolutely stay here again, and I probably will since I'm in the area so much these days. These folks really do it right.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aisling G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Get Away

We loved this property, it's excellent location - across from the beach in a quiet area, the private patio - the yard was perfect for our dog, and the little notes and touches from management. Just lovely. Management was also very helpful and accommodating.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023