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Oceanfront | Private Beach Access | BBQ | Sonos

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On the beach
Smart TV
Terrace/patio
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 7185.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

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

Oceanfront | Private Beach Access | BBQ | Sonos

Wake up to the sounds of the surf at Shore Drive, an oceanfront getaway with a private staircase leading down to the shores of Carlsbad, CA. This 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom home features wall-to-wall windows on the ocean facing side of the home for an unobstructed, panoramic ocean view.

After spending the day at the beach, guests can enjoy home-cooked meals in the fully-stocked kitchen, or a sunset bbq on the patio, and restful nights in the comfortable bedrooms.

The Space
Shore Drive is a three bedroom, three bathroom, oceanfront home in beautiful Carlsbad, California. Please note since this home is oceanfront it does not have AC. Typically if you open the doors facing the ocean in warmer months the home will cool down quickly.

The Living Room
- Open concept living/dining/kitchen with a floor-to-ceiling windows along the entire west-facing wall of the house for panoramic ocean views
- Bright and sunny, ocean-view sitting area
- Separate entertainment nook with comfortable seating, a smart tv with access to live tv streaming and Netflix, and a selection of family games and puzzles
- SONOS sound system for guests to use.
- Laptop friendly desk and chair. Perfect for remote working or distance learning (with an ocean view!). Wifi speed is ultra-fast - over 400 Mbps download.

The Kitchen
- Refrigerator, gas stove, oven, microwave and dishwasher
- Cookware, glassware, dinnerware and utensils
- Toaster, blender and other cooking gadgets
- Quartz-topped peninsula with barstool seating
- Keurig coffee maker with complimentary k-cup pods, creamer and sugar. Traditional drip coffee maker also available.

The Dining Room
- Sunny dining room with ocean views
- Dining table with seating for six

The Master Suite
- King sized bed with comfortable mattress and pillows
- Smart tv with access to live tv streaming and Netflix
- Large closet with wooden hangers and luggage stands
- En-suite bathroom with a step-in shower
- All bathrooms are equipped with plush towels, toilet paper, hand soap, hair dryer and quality shampoo products

The Guest Bedrooms
- Two additional guest bedrooms, each with a queen sized bed, en-suite bathroom, smart tv and closet with wooden hangers and luggage stand
- All beds have comfortable mattresses, a selection of sleeping pillows and are made up with soft, quality linens
- All bedrooms are equipped with white noise machines and charging ports on each nightstand for easy charging of your devices at night

Guest Bathrooms
- En-suite bathrooms attached to each bedroom
- Full bathroom in bedroom 2 with a step-in shower
- Full bathroom with access from bedroom 3 and the kitchen
- All bathrooms are equipped with plush towels, toilet paper, hand soap, hair dryer and quality shampoo products

The Outdoor Space
- Large, private patio with unobstructed, panoramic views of the Pacific
- Private pathway and staircase leading down to the beach
- Lounge chairs
- Outdoor dining table
- Patio umbrellas
- Fire pit
- BBQ with grilling utensils (propane tank provided)
- Outdoor shower to rinse off after the beach

Other Amenities
- Beach towels
- Washing machine and dryer with "free & clear" (allergy friendly) laundry detergent and fabric softener
- Garage and driveway parking available

Nearby Attractions

* Legoland - 2 Miles
* Oceanside Pier - 6 Miles
* San Diego Safari Park - 27 Miles
* San Diego Zoo - 33 Miles
* Del Mar Fairgrounds - 13 Miles
* Sea World - 29 Miles
* San Diego Airport - 34 Miles

Guests will have exclusive access to the entire property with self-check in capability. The house, garage and oceanfront patio are all solely for guest use. Located in the Terramar neighborhood known for its excellent reef surf break out front of the house and fun tidal pools for the kids to explore at low tide. Car is recommended. Shore Drive is serviced by both Uber and Lyft.

This property is professionally managed by Haustay Vacation Rentals. Quiet hours outdoors start at 9PM. No parties are allowed. Pets are allowed with a non-refundable pet fee of $150 (max two dogs).

Property manager

Haustay Vacation Rentals

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Free WiFi, with speed of 25+ Mbps

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage
  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Spices
  • Blender
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Shampoo
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront
  • In the city center
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near outlet shopping
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Water sports equipment
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Golf privileges
  • Basketball nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 2000 sq ft (185.8 sq m)

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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

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
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
Property Registration Number BLRE1241514

Property is also known as

Shore Drive Oceanfront Villa Private Beach Access
Shore Drive | Oceanfront Villa Private Beach Access
794644

About the neighborhood

Map
Carlsbad, CA

What's nearby

  • Carlsbad Premium Outlets - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Carlsbad State Beach - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Flower Fields of Carlsbad - 4 min drive - 2.5 km
  • SEA LIFE Carlsbad Aquarium - 7 min drive - 3.8 km
  • LEGOLAND® California - 7 min drive - 3.9 km

Getting around

  • Carlsbad Poinsettia Station - 5 min drive
  • Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪In-N-Out Burger - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Windmill Food Hall - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Ruby's Diner - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Oceanfront | Private Beach Access | BBQ | Sonos pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Oceanfront | Private Beach Access | BBQ | Sonos?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Oceanfront | Private Beach Access | BBQ | Sonos?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Oceanfront | Private Beach Access | BBQ | Sonos located?

Located in South Beach, this beachfront vacation home is in the city center, 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from South Carlsbad State Beach, and 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from LEGOLAND® California. Tamarack Beach and North Ponto Beach are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Oceanfront | Private Beach Access | BBQ | Sonos Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 26 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 26 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 26 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 26 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Lucie L., Palm Springs, CA

Liked: Cleanliness
Almost perfect
Gorgeous house. There were a cluster of inconveniences upon arrival (shades fallen, had to repair, unable to plug in electrical items near bed, had to move a heavy things, toilets screeching when flushed had to open lids and jiggle each time, bbq hose leaked so no tanks were usable)but those were eventually repaired by the manager of Haustay. The biggest disappointment was that the stairs which lead to the beach were covered in slimy moss way before you got to the bottom and, with no handrails, impossible to use. The photos on the site were, likely, very old and taken before the tides had gotten as high as they now are. So, we could not access the beach from there which is the main reason we chose to pay that high price for that house. That was sad. But, the views were exquisite and the space was comfortable and clean. The management is great. They did what they could to fix each problem as soon as they were aware of them.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Jordan R.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roger H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing location
Amazing location and very well equipped unit with everything you need. The individual A/C units in the bedrooms was a real life saver!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

John B., Roseville, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Family vacation
Enjoyed the wonderful home with family and friends! The view is amazing. Overall a great home. The family would stay again. Thank you
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

David F., Nashville, TN

Liked: Cleanliness
Magical
This property remained as magical as it was when we were there five years ago - nothing has changed and it was absolutely wonderful. Perfectly situated in a small private neighborhood just South of Carlsbad. Picture windows overlooking the ocean, as well as plenty of lounge chairs etc. on the back porch to enjoy the beautiful meditative ocean all day long from the bluff upon which the house sits. Then walking down the private steps to the beach - at low tide there are tidepools and you can walk all the way to the public beach on either side of the neighborhood. The gardens are beautifully maintained front and back. Fully equipped with just about anything you could want for meals. We used the barbecue effortlessly several times and prepared several wonderful family meals. All of the bedrooms had private baths, and were very comfortable. Each bed had a different firmness, ranging from very firm in the master to very soft for the room in back of the kitchen. Communication was easy and instructions were clear. We would definitely stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay!!
The view is AMAZING! The host is communicative. Parts of the house are a little outdated but all the locations you want to spend your time in are in great shape!! We love to cook and the kitchen was our favorite place next to the view and location!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael B., Castle Rock

Liked: Cleanliness
Paradise
Loved our time in the beach! Great property—wonderful host! Cant wait to come back…
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent property that’s close to everything
For sure, the best part about this property was the expansive patio overlooking the ocean. You enjoy the same view and sounds from the entire living area and kitchen. Carlsbad was a wonderful town with great beaches. Entire stay was amazing.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gigi H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great host and great property
We had a family reunion there with all 5 siblings. The layout of the house is great for gathering, cooking and ocean watching. Great views. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous property! Can’t beat the view
As advertised. View is just as good as pictured, house is older but nicely updated kitchen, tons of beach stuff avail which is helpful. We spent a ton of time outside on the patio watching surfers and dolphins. Def would come again
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brien B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best ever
The location was perfect in that there is little to no public beach access nearby. The beach for the property itself is private. No boardwalk, just waves and surfers to watch. At night, the sound of breakers is the best. The home may be a little old for some but for my family, it was more than enough, had all the surfboards, boogieboards available, parking for three vehicles and super comfortable quarters.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carlos B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Carlsbad Beach House
Outstanding home right on the ocean. Well equipped accommodations. You will never want to leave the property, we ordered DoorDash for groceries and dinners. Beach is accessible during low tide, so make sure you time your visits down the stairs. Beautiful views and amazing sunsets.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brandon E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Actually Relaxed!
We stayed two nights with a family of 5, the only thing that could have been better was to stay longer! We really enjoyed watching the surfers, dolphins, and sea lions from the patio and living room. Having an almost private beach was amazing. We didn’t have to deal with crowds, and it was really nice to go back to the house when we needed. Great place for a relaxing time.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karien G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Breathtaking view!!
My family and I enjoyed our stay in Carlsbad and this house was nice. It was wonderful to wake up to watching surfers in the morning, sunsets in the evening and moonlight on the water at night. Thank you for a nice stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Craig P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wifes 60th Birthday
The house was amazing. Just as advertised. Location was great, view was wonderful. Everything was neat and clean. My wife was extremely happy about where we stayed and loved every minute of it. She said it couldn't have been a better place to have her 60th B-Day. Thank you so much for checking in on us to see if we needed anything, that was nice of you. Thanks again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cari S.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Rare Seaside Gem in Carlsbad
We had an amazing staycation at the villa of Shore Drive! The views were spectacular and the property was full of coastal charm! We couldn’t have planned for a more perfect weather to add to the gorgeous setting. Spent hours gazing out at the surf on the lovely patio watching the locals catch waves. We even spotted a few sea lions and playful dolphins out in the distance. The tide pols just below the property were fun to explore and the sunsets were unparalleled. Kitchen was well stocked and nice to prepare meals. All the bedrooms were comfortable and decorated impeccably. Even the garden courtyard was beautiful. We would love to return! Thank you for sharing this beachside treasure with us!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jacob B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Family Stay
Amazing views. Patio was huge and had spectacular views up and down the coast. The waves broke at the bottom of the property so there was the sound of the ocean all day / night. At low tide there was ample room for the kids to play on the beach. Tough to find easier access to the beach. Unlike a lot of properties right along major thoroughfares, this neighborhood is its own little enclave so there was no traffic noise. House had beach toys and great spot to hose off outdoors. We stayed with a family of four plus in-laws and had ample room.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

James B., Scottsdale, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
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The property was accurately described and photographed in the listing. So, it was no surprise that the house is well-maintained but old. Furnishings are comfortable and the view is amazing.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chris T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place
It is a nice house at the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Allison D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Superb home and location
We loved staying at this welcoming and comfortable home with a perfect beachy vibe. The view is mesmerizing and we wished we could have stayed longer!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alessandro F., Temecula

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Family Vacation
Can't say enough good things about this property! The view is absolutely stunning, the stairs leading down to the water is great, the windows when open provide the nicest of ocean breezes, and it's close to many different things in Carlsbad and SD.My wife and our three boys had a blast and can't wait to come back again. The only thing that I would change would be to have softer newer beds in all of the rooms and maybe make the front gate a little easier to open :-)
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary L.

Liked: Cleanliness
A+
We will never forget the amazing memories we made at this property! The home was so comfortable, clean, spacious and inviting and the tranquility of the ocean can truly be felt. Can't wait to come back, loved everything about it! Great surf spot too!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cherry B.

Liked: Cleanliness
It was so perfect
The house and the view were so beautiful. I can’t wait to go back again. It was just lovely
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

deborah b.

Liked: Cleanliness
Self care
Absolutely beautiful!! What a wonderful beautiful place. It was so peaceful and relaxing. The home was perfect. Everything was stocked and ready for use. The town of Carlsbad has plenty of things to do if you decided to leave the proberty. The strawberry fields were amazing. Legoland is 2miles from the home. I will definitely go back next year with my girlfriends. Communication was quick and responsive. Host was wonderful. I highly suggest this place to everyone. Enjoy and I pray that peace will overcome your souls as much as it did mine while staying here.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Heaven On Earth
Ideal beach house - 3 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms. View was amazing. Everything a beach house should be!! I wish I could afford to rent it more often.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022