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The 'Top of the World' Palmtree View Suite! 2BR/2BA

Condo near San Clemente Pier in San Clemente

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Beach nearby, sun loungers
Smart TV, DVD player, table tennis
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Interior
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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire condo

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Gym

Explore the area

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San Clemente, CA
  • Place, San Clemente Pier
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Casa Romantica
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Avenida del Mar
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Airport, Orange County, CA (SNA-John Wayne)
    ‪29 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

San Clemente

Close to the beach.You'll be steps from San Clemente Pier and a 5-minute walk from Casa Romantica. The Pier Beach and T-Street Beach are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • San Clemente Pier - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • The Pier Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • T-Street Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Casa Romantica - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Avenida del Mar - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles

Getting around

  • San Clemente Pier Station - 4 min walk
  • John Wayne Airport (SNA) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Fisherman's Restaurant and Bar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Bear Coast Coffee - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Nick's San Clemente - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Beachfire Bar & Grill - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Pier Grill & Tackle - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

The 'Top of the World' Palmtree View Suite! 2BR/2BA

Discover the allure of San Clemente, California—a coastal sanctuary with an exquisite apartment. Breathtaking ocean views, timeless charm, and curated interiors await. Immerse yourself in tranquility, coastal allure, and nearby attractions. Experience the magic of this enchanting retreat in San Clemente. Newly remodeled, this 2 BD 2 BA Palmtree view suite features a spectacular ocean coastline and white water view only a short par 4 from an elevated tee box to beach sand!

Seals can be heard and observed from the deck telescope daily. The best surfing on the west coast of California is just down the stairs and close-by.

See my equally beautiful other property #1385 adjacent to "Top of the World".

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • One pet total (up to 20 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking
  • Gym
  • Table tennis

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)

General

  • 100% renewable energy
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Bicycle parking
  • Composting
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Electric car charging station
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Recycling

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 26

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM

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

Rules

1. Pier Bowl Ambiance and Healthy Activities Rule: 10 p.m. quiet time 2. Regional electrical energy conservation rule: lights out 10 p.m. Thank You

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 20 lbs per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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
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
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. 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. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number STLU -0314940

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property San Clemente
Vrbo Property Private vacation home
Vrbo Property Private vacation home San Clemente

Frequently asked questions

How close is The 'Top of the World' Palmtree View Suite! 2BR/2BA to the airport?

This condo is 27.9 mi (31-min drive) away from the John Wayne Airport (SNA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does The 'Top of the World' Palmtree View Suite! 2BR/2BA have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this condo.

How close is The 'Top of the World' Palmtree View Suite! 2BR/2BA to the beach?

This condo is a short 4-minute walk from The Pier Beach and 5-minute walk from T-Street Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The 'Top of the World' Palmtree View Suite! 2BR/2BA offer free breakfast?

This condo does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The 'Top of the World' Palmtree View Suite! 2BR/2BA?

No, there is no casino at this condo, but Casino San Clemente (4-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at The 'Top of the World' Palmtree View Suite! 2BR/2BA?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The 'Top of the World' Palmtree View Suite! 2BR/2BA?

Free parking is not available at this condo.

Does The 'Top of the World' Palmtree View Suite! 2BR/2BA have a pool?

This condo does not have a pool.

Does The 'Top of the World' Palmtree View Suite! 2BR/2BA have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this condo.

How close is The 'Top of the World' Palmtree View Suite! 2BR/2BA to downtown San Clemente?

This condo is 0.6 mi away from San Clemente.

The 'Top of the World' Palmtree View Suite! 2BR/2BA Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 34 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 34 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 34 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 34 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 34 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

alejandro t.

Disliked: Cleanliness
The place was in a great location with an spectacular view. However, it was very dirty upon arrival. We found food and plates under the couches in the living room, and the toilet was extremely dirty. It honestly didn’t look like the place had been cleaned before we checked in. The location and view were great, but the cleanliness definitely needs major improvement.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Edward S.

Old unit in dire need of professional upgrades and repairs including cabinets, furniture , bathrooms and flooring.Microwave , oven and the inside of all cabinets were smelly and dirty. TV in main bedroom not connected, no heating or air conditioning except for small electric heater for the whole unit. We were so cold. Unit located on top of a steep hill no suitable for seniors. We did not enjoy our stay
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Alan R.

Liked: Cleanliness
The property could benefit from updates of furnishings, one of the bathrooms, cabinetry, etc. The location is excellent and the view of the ocean and pier about as good as one can get in the area
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ken S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great beach view. Plenty of room for having family over. Well stocked kitchen utensils and pans.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lyresrs L.

Liked: Cleanliness
This place is amazing.The view is beautiful and itb was so nice to falll asleep listening to the ocean.Jerrry was a friendly and accommodating host. We would happily stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

mj m.

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rhiannon R.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Izumi T.

Liked: Cleanliness
The location of the property cannot get any better especially for people who cannot drive like myself being 5 mins walk away from the beach and 10 mins walk away from the main shopping area. It’s a comfortable apartment with panoramic views. The check-in was super easy and the host Jerry was very friendly and responsive.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Roger R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Sunset heaven

Incredible view, very comfortable, perfect location
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erik M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great view

Great view and location
Stayed 18 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Name of rental says it all!

Views and location to pier, beach, shopping, dinning, cant be beat!!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

anne k.

Liked: Cleanliness

Top of the World

The balcony overlooking the town and the ocean was the star of our stay! Apartment was spacious and clean. We appreciated the fresh flowers! Great location. Easy to walk to the Pier and the beach. Would stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Vacation

We had a great time and the view was the best! We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Paula H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beach house

View was spectacular as well as the location. There were ants in the kitchen and in the master bedroom. Never able to get the TV to work, other than Netflix. Had fun any way!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great host

We really enjoyed the stay and the host was amazing.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gerard D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Home away from home !

We had a lovely relaxing few days at the Top of the World “Palm”. Should have added another few days. Will definitely be back ! Thank you Jerry, for the warm welcome and hospitality.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Justin M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great View, Perfect Location

Amazing views overlooking the pier and beach. Easy access to beach, walking path, and shops. Jerry was very helpful throughout our stay and made us feel very welcome. The place had everything we needed. The balcony is spacious, lots of seating, two sliding doors to enjoy the perfect weather. The sunsets were great, and nights very calm and relaxing. In addition to the beach access, the location is great for running, walking, shopping, etc… with many walkable activities within a half mile or so. The trolley picks up close by, so you can get just about anywhere in San Clemente without a car. We frequently took the trolley to Del Mar or El Camino Real for drinks/dinner and walked back. San Clemente has some incline on most streets to/from the beach, so plan ahead depending on physical limitations, strollers, etc… we walked to the beach and pier in about 5 minutes. The incline is only to/from the beach, so walking around the neighborhood and town is relatively flat. We had an amazing time and definitely plan to stay here again!
Stayed 21 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Sisters Trip

Perfect location for walks to beach, pier, and shopping Jerry the host was great!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

4/10 Poor

Haley L.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Beautiful view and location but that's it

We planned this trip to treat our Parents expecting to have a great time near the beach. We were immediately disappointed when walking into the unit. The unit was quickly cleaned and definitely didn't feel like it was professionally done. There were crumbs all over the couch and carpet and leftover food in the fridge. As we checked out the rest of the place, we were disappointed to find the following: Wall length mirrors broken and duct taped together, as well as the picture frame over the bed, water damage on the floor and ceilings, flooring in the Master Bedroom is linoleum tiles that were curled up on the corners and felt spongy when walking on it, towels and bedsheets were mismatched, towels with bleach stains and sheets with stains on them, moldy utensils in the drawers and food splattered on the appliances, a loose razor blade lying in one drawer, the gas firepit on the balcony had no gas hookup and could not be lit, the TV would not work and would cut out every few minutes. We couldn't get a hotel room on short notice and slept in our clothes because we felt uncomfortable sleeping in the sheets. We left the next morning and did not return, foregoing our last 2 nights that we prepaid. While Jerry was a great host in terms of communication and felt accommodating, these things were all clearly left out of the listing and could not have been addressed to make us feel more comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Whitney H.

Beautiful View

This was a lovely palace in the sky for a week. Wish it could have been a little cleaner. The owner is so nice and accommodating.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Quick Cali Trip

Excellent Location and amazing views. Some minor design flaws in the master bedroom. Our family had an amazing time in the area and this was a great, affordable meeting place.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

tommy S.

Liked: Cleanliness

San Clemente stay

Beach view was AMAZING!!! Beach acess fine. The hill was no problem. Jerry was very acdamateting. Thanks for the GREAT stay Tommy and Mimi
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Breathtaking View

The place is nice clean and spacious. You can’t beat the view. We walked down to the beach in minutes and they had amazing shops and eatery places. There is a train that goes by the beach here and there. Our kids loved it. Again, the view is unbeatable.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Doug S., Austin, TX

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing Location with Great View

The location of the property is in a great area. We easily walked to the beach and various restaurants. There is some uphill walks, but that is to be expected in the area. A car is not required, but we enjoyed having one to go to the grocery store and other places slightly farther away. It was great there was a parking space in the driveway as street parking is very difficult to find. The unit had a very comfortable bed, ample kitchen with full size coffee maker (big deal for us) and an amazing view of the ocean. It was so nice to drink coffee on the balcony and watch the sunset in the evening. Also, there are beach chairs, umbrella etc. all available for use. Next time we are in San Clemente, we will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

john l., tucson

Liked: Cleanliness

Personality+

Fantastic view and location. Jerry, the host, is the best. A bit of quirkiness (as you can see from the photos) gives the place loads of personality. It's great "bang for the buck". A bit more TLC would be nice, as a couple of items--admittedly non-essential--weren't working. The indoor spaces were clean, but in a pet-friendly unit an AstroTurf balcony is not a good idea. A previous dog had obviously "used" it. Overall, we loved the place and will try to stay there again when we next visit San Clemente.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023