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Beach nearby
Smart TV
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, internet, bed sheets
Terrace/patio
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

2 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 51500 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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La Jolla, CA
  • Windansea Beach
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • La Jolla Cove
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • La Jolla Beach
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪31 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

La Jolla

Seaside stay .With a stay at this Beach Barber Tract vacation home, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Windansea Beach and 2 miles (3 km) of La Jolla Cove. La Jolla Tide Pools and Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Windansea Beach - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Birch Aquarium - 7 min drive - 3.9 miles
  • La Jolla Cove - 8 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • La Jolla Beach - 14 min drive - 2.8 miles

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) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Taco Stand - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪El Pescador Fish Market - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Harry's Coffee Shop - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Bernini's Bistro - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪The Flower Pot Cafe And Bakery - ‬17 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.

Driftwood at Windansea Beach, your perfect getaway!

Come delight in this great duplex which the owner has taken great care to create a beautiful beach refuge for you to relax and recharge. Ideally located in a 2-unit building just 2 blocks from the famous Windansea Beach in La Jolla, this classic gem of a beach home is a quick walk to the beach to swim, surf, sunbathe, and explore the tide pools.

You can also walk to the village of La Jolla in 10 minutes where you can enjoy world-class local restaurants and great shopping. Experience La Jolla like the locals do in a quiet residential street of quaint homes and beach cottages.

Enter the locked gate and find yourself in a cozy tropically landscaped private front yard with a table for 6 and an outdoor barbeque, making it a perfect place to enjoy morning coffee or a leisurely lunch or dinner after a day at the beach or visiting nearby attractions.

Open the front door and find yourself in a great room surrounded by an upbeat beach décor with white, turquoise, grey and brown color scheme and seashore themed accents. The feeling of this home will lift your spirits and make you glad it is your temporary home away from home.

In the living room you will find a comfy sectional and a large flat screen TV with cable making it easy to relax, unwind and enjoy.

Adjacent to the living room is the kitchen with breakfast bar that seats 3 in the kitchen so the chef can enjoy everyone without missing a beat.

The spacious master bedroom has a king bed, ample closet space, flat screen TV, and a private ensuite bathroom with walk-in shower and separate soaking tub.

Just outside the master bedroom you will find a large deck equipped with an outside sectional. Enjoy the sea breeze in the morning or a glass of wine in the evening.

The second bedroom offers a queen bed and a twin “CordaRoy” bean bag that converts into a twin bed. This is a perfect place to curl up and read a book or take a nap.
This home has off-street street parking in a 2 car garage, Wi-Fi and cable, and a washer and dryer.

THINGS WE LOVE ABOUT THIS PROPERTY:
Located just 2 blocks from one of the most famous beaches in the world.
Private well landscaped front patio that creates a wonderful outdoor haven where you can relax and recharge any time of the day.

THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW:

No Smoking is allowed inside any of our properties. You are welcome to smoke in outside areas of the home.

Due to the moderate coastal climate, this house (like most in the area) does not have air conditioning.

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.

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

City of San Diego Tax Number : 625944
City of San Diego License Number: STR-01578L

Property manager

La Jolla Vacation Rentals

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Limited onsite parking (max 2 spaces)
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

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 bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Whale watching 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)

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,500 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals 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
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 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 and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Driftwood at Windansea Beach, your perfect getaway! to the airport?

This vacation home is 15.1 mi (28-min drive) away from the San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Driftwood at Windansea Beach, your perfect getaway! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Driftwood at Windansea Beach, your perfect getaway! to the beach?

This vacation home is a short 7-minute walk from Windansea Beach and 3.5 mi (16-min drive) from Mission Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Driftwood at Windansea Beach, your perfect getaway! offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Driftwood at Windansea Beach, your perfect getaway!?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Driftwood at Windansea Beach, your perfect getaway!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Driftwood at Windansea Beach, your perfect getaway!?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Driftwood at Windansea Beach, your perfect getaway! have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Driftwood at Windansea Beach, your perfect getaway! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Driftwood at Windansea Beach, your perfect getaway! to downtown La Jolla?

This vacation home is 0.2 mi away from La Jolla.

Driftwood at Windansea Beach, your perfect getaway! Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 34 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 34 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 34 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 34 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 34 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer W.

Liked: Cleanliness

nice place and great location

Needs more description of primary bedroom, a lot of room in there that is wasted space, could utilize it for more people to sleep.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debbie O., Pacific Palisades, CA

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Location

Very comfortable and well-appointed unit in a perfect location for enjoying La Jolla. Especially good if you like to walk and just leave your car in the garage - a great plus. Excellent communication with rental management.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Lori A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Overall great

Loved the property and location! Tight with 5 people but the management responded really well and actually went out and bought us a queen size air mattress to use for the 5th person. The advertised cot did not fit our 13 year old. Appreciate the way they made it right and I would definitely rent from them again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cara M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Driftwood in La Jolla

Fantastic, easy, house was convenient to markets and coffee shops and beach sunsets. The two outside spaces were a plus.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey B., Phoenix, United States

Liked: Cleanliness

Comfortable Stay Near the Beach

We enjoyed our stay near Windansea Beach. Our place was clean and cool enough, even in August. The kitchen, along with basics like toilet paper, were a bit bare-bones stocked, but we planned for that. There was barely enough cutlery and plates, along with meal-making equipment, but we brought enough mixing bowls and serving spoons to get by. Our beds were comfortable, the kitchen adequate and there were several floor fans available. Enjoyable stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

alan b., Chicago, IL

Liked: Cleanliness

Great family vacation spot!

Loved the space and location we had for our family vacation. Easy walk to the beach and restaurants. House was clean and management was responsive when needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Solid

Great
Stayed 8 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharon M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Driftwood

Very enjoyable, clean and convenient. We had a great time!!
Stayed 31 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cameron k.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect location in La Jolla, just a few blocks to Windansea beach. Very spacious master suite

Great stay
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Great house and location

Great location just a short walk to the beach and plenty of restaurants a short ride away. Outdoor space was private with seating around table. Large garage and lots of space inside the house with nice clean appliances. The owner right next door was very nice too.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

4/10 Poor

Karen C.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Property

The property needs some TLC. Simple things like light bulbs, broken lamp, place needs a deep cleaning. The parking is good but could not put two cars in driveway or get to the garage easily for second car due to neighbors parking as far over as they could and made it impossible to get two cars without moving cars in and out of driveway. Other then that it is in a great location.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sue H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely property in quiet location

Great property, ideally located for main attractions in and around San Diego. Property is spacious and has everything you need. The only comment I would make is there is no air con and it was really warm. There are lots of fans and ceiling fans but they are noisy at night. We did open the windows which have screens on them but there is a water fountain next door which you can hear!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

6/10 Okay

Penny A., Tucson

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location.

This was a great location. The house was pretty clean other than stains on the bedroom comforter and the fridge was dirty. Definitely need to bring ALL your own supplies. No cleaning spray to even wipe down the counters. There was a heat wave at the end of our stay and they only have 2 floor fans for the whole house. It got to 93 degrees upstairs in the house and we were forced to leave early because it was so miserable. They do advertise no A/C and most times it’s prob not an issue. Obviously they have no control over the weather, but it was disappointing that management had no options for us or even offered to bring another fan. Basically told me there is nothing they can do and didn’t appear bothered that we were forced to leave early. Wil always rent homes with A/C In the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

tamara D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quiet neighborhood.

We stayed with our 2 Grandchildren. Plenty of room. All the essentials. Great private patio upstairs and outside. Close to everything
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

6/10 Okay

Elizabeth K.

Check in day , the BBQ had no fuel! No one answered when we called

For the price I expect certain amenities, wire whisk, metal bowl, you can't whip eggs in plastic !! a proper BBQ, napkins clean pots and pans, toss those metal pans in the lower drawer. Screen in smaller bedroom would not close, silverfish on walls.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

6/10 Okay

Michele K., Contra costa

Good location & safe

Good location & safe. Walk to beach is close & beautiful. Pretty clean but no frills. Bbq & windows very dirty. Furniture downstairs dated and worn. Needs more seating. Walls are banged up. With attention to details could be nice!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gary K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Just what we were looking for

The house was clean, well cared for and comfortable for our family of four adults and two dogs. The outdoor garden area with dining table and lights is private and enclosed, a great convenience. The two bedrooms and bathrooms are large, beds comfortable. A problem with plumbing was attended to right away with little inconvenience. We would have liked better flatware; some pieces broken and too few spoons. We had to supply salt, napkins, dishwasher detergent which we left for future renters. Everything was as advertised and we loved it!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Heidi L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location, clean and comfortable

Great place to stay for the week near the beach. Adorable side yard perfect for out little dog. Having a garage was a definite perk as well. Would highly recommend and definitely stay there again!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tim S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Another wonderful stay

This was our second time staying here and we just love it. It's perfect for our two small dogs. The enclosed courtyard area allows us to open the doors and get a breeze while letting the dogs go in and out as they wish. Walking distance to the beach. Quiet. Loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Maria U.

Liked: Cleanliness

La Jolla

We had a wonderful time. The property was very nice and the garden/patio area absolutely wonderful
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Clean property, great location

Enjoyed our stay! Close proximity to beach and lots of restaurants.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

James S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice La Jolla property

Cute little house that is half of a duplex. The small side yard was great for meals and coffee, and for our dogs to stretch their legs. The neighborhood was quiet during our visit, which we liked.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy beach duplex

Our family enjoyed our stay at Driftwood in La Jolla! The location was great-only 3 blocks from the Windnsea beach, conveniently located near a handful of restaurants, and quiet and subdued neighborhood just like we like. The house was cute, and we really liked the enclosed yard so we would enjoy the coastal air. Thanks LaJolla Vacation Rentals!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Katrina K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great house & location

Our family enjoyed our stay from start to finish. It was clean, great location and as pictured. However, I was disappointed to learn that the property management that "hosts" the property has additional fees that ARE NOT included in the total costs through VRBO. In fact, I had to sign a separate contract from the "host" in order to obtain check-in information. An additional $160 in fees would have swayed my decision considering this property was at the maximum end of my budget already. I will likely avoid properties in the future that are "hosted" by a property management entity to mitigate hidden costs/fees. Lastly, this property's description states that smoking is permitted outside. However, per "host" rules and regulations no smoking is permitted anywhere on the property. The involvement and fees of the "host" could be more transparent.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Stephen C.

Liked: Cleanliness

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Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020