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Turtle Retreat - Easy 2 minute walk to the Ocean!

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Property grounds
Beach nearby, beach towels
Beach nearby, beach towels
Outdoor dining
Pool

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedroomsSleeps 474 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill

About this property

Entire place

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

Turtle Retreat - Easy 2 minute walk to the Ocean!

THINGS TO LOVE
- Easy 2 minute walk to the beach with lighted crosswalk
- 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 the back 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.

Grab your wine glass or your koozie and your beach cooler: it's all here waiting for you. Then stroll out this charming 1950's beach bungalow--one of a charming duplex duo--and you're at the beach. Some say it's a two minute walk, or with little kids you may clock in at four minutes. But it's an easy flat stroll with a crosswalk that flashes and California drivers who attentively halt when you even think about crossing the road. Enjoy Del Mar's locally famous 25th street beach, which rolls contemplative in the morning and bustles during the day. And then come back to your home away from home: our owners consistently stay here and make little tweaks and improvements, so you know it's truly livable and ready for you.

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
*Quiet hours are strictly enforced from 10:00P-8:00A weekdays and 11:00P-9:00A Fri/Sat

Property manager

BeachHaus Rentals

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

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

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster
  • Ice maker
  • Spices

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

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

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Fenced yard
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Laundry detergent

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near outlet shopping
  • Near a zoo
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Water sports equipment
  • Power boating nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Jet skiing 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: 800 sq ft (74 sq m)

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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

Pets

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

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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Turtle's Retreat Charming Bungalow Always Fresh Never Fussy
Turtle's Retreat Charming Bungalow Always Fresh Never Fussy
Turtle Retreat Easy 2 Min. Walk to the Beach
Turtle's Retreat Easy 2 Min. Walk to the Beach
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About the neighborhood

Map
Del Mar, CA

What's nearby

  • Del Mar Beach - 6 min walk
  • Free Flight - 11 min walk
  • Del Mar Fairgrounds - 12 min walk
  • Del Mar Plaza - 14 min walk
  • Del Mar Racetrack - 19 min walk

Getting around

  • Solana Beach Station - 10 min drive
  • Sorrento Valley Station - 18 min drive
  • Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Monarch Ocean Pub - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Australian Battered Potatoes - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Denny's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Jake's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Brigantine - ‬14 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Turtle Retreat - Easy 2 minute walk to the Ocean! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Turtle Retreat - Easy 2 minute walk to the Ocean!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Turtle Retreat - Easy 2 minute walk to the Ocean!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Turtle Retreat - Easy 2 minute walk to the Ocean! located?

This family-friendly Del Mar vacation home is located by the sea, within a 15-minute walk of Del Mar Beach and Del Mar Fairgrounds. Del Mar North Beach and Del Mar Plaza are also within 15 minutes.

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Turtle Retreat - Easy 2 minute walk to the Ocean! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 134 out of 146 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 146 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 146 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 146 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 146 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Denise G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cottage by the sea
Can not say enough about what a lovely spot this was. Great location a block from the beach. Wonderful patio to read on. Great for my dog too. Would book again.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

RIVA E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Beach Stay
Wonderful property close to the beach and has all beach amenities. Definitely will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Susan W.

ALWAYS WONDERFUL
We enjoyed the 4th of July holiday at the Turtle Retreat. We enjoy our stacation every year in Del Mar and this year was no exception. This adorable cottage has an excellent location just a block or so off of the beach. We were able to easily walk to Downtown Del Mar, back and forth to the SD Fair and into Solana Beach for restaurants, drinks and fun. We will absolutely stay again!

10/10 Excellent

Nick J., Tucson, Arizona

Great property
The home is in an excellent location, property owners were awesome to work with. Will stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Claire S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming beach property
We thoroughly enjoyed our 3 day stay at Turtle retreat. It is a lovely place with lots of well thought out details to make it very comfortable. It is in a very nice, quiet neighborhood with close beach access to beautiful Del-Mar beach. The restaurants and shops in town are nearby. The host was so nice to work with and communication was excellent. We will definitely be back for another trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bre D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing stay and great hosts
This property is as advertised and is a lovey get away! The host was super accommodating and helped us when there was a travel disruption that caused our trip to go an extra day. The baby gear here was also fantastic and saved us a huge amount of effort to bring ours from home. We will be staying here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Satisfied all of the goals for our vacation
Property management was very responsive and good communicator.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jill M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Review
The property was very clean and well organized. The place was close to beach and perfect for pets. Property managers response was quick and polite. Would recommend this place for a quick get away.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Rebecca M.

Great Stay!
We had a great stay at the Turtle Retreat. We loved being so close to the beach! It is an easy walk with kids and the wagons provided at the house are very helpful for beach gear! The unit was set up so well and our family of 4 was very comfortable the entire time. Brenda was very responsive and helpful during our stay. We’ll definitely stay again when we’re back in Del Mar! Thanks for a great experience!
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10/10 Excellent

Maureen M.

Perfect spot to explore Del Mar, Encinitas, and Solana.
This was our third time renting from Beachhaus and our stay surpassed our other five-star stays. The Turtle Retreat is really well equipped. We invited friends for dinner on two occasions and I had all the kitchen utensils necessary to make lovely meals. The back patio table is a perfect spot for morning breakfast, afternoon reading, and dinner. We have a daughter who lives in San Diego and getting into the city or meeting her in La Jolla was easy. The beds and linens are top notch too. In short, I can fully recommend the Turtle Retreat.
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10/10 Excellent

Amanda D.

Great Location
This is quite literally a block from the beach. It’s a perfect house and they provide so much stuff if you have kids (wagons, Sand toys, pack n play, high chair, seat etc) also love that the patio and front is fenced off. It’s technically a duplex but you don’t notice until you happen to cross paths in the front. I would definitely rent again and plan to have my sister and her kids in the other part of the duplex. Great place for two families that need a little space.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Brittany K.

Quaint condo, close to the beach
Our family had a great stay! Loved how close we were to the beach, so we could pop back for our kiddo's nap time. Enjoyed the amenities of included high chair, Pack N Play and beach toys. Close drive or mile(ish) walk to many great dining options. Great kitchen and outdoor dining made staying in nice too. Loved watching surfers at Powerhouse Park. Would advise light sleepers to pack ear plugs for sleeping as the Amtrak passes at the end of the block, multiple times in the night.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Alex W.

Great and cozy beach house, gracious host
We stayed at the house with a small child and had a great time. Brenda (the host) was incredibly helpful and asked in advance if we needed anything. There was a surprise for the child, a pitcher of cold water in the refrigerator, nice and clean house, and a location that's 5 minutes from the beach. Brenda was friendly, responsive, and easy to talk to. The house felt like home and was very inviting.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2016

10/10 Excellent

Natasha C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
So welcoming. Felt like Home.
It was our first time to San Diego and our first time traveling as a family of four. We couldn’t have imagined a better visit. The hosts were so accommodating and had the best form of communication. The house was kept like a home. The outdoor space was such a safe place for our kids to wonder, explore and play. The bedrooms didn’t leak a lot of light which was great for kids sleep. The house truly felt like a beach home cottage for a family. The neighborhood was so safe and the space made parking hassle free and worry free for a rental cars safety. Thank you for such special memories in such a perfect getaway.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Pasha A.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good not Great
My family had a good (not great) experience at this property. The location is simply fantastic, just steps away from one of the most family-friendly stretches of Del Mar beach. The house comes fully equipped with everything you could possibly need for a beach getaway, from chairs to umbrellas and toys - perfect for families or small groups. What also stood out was the responsiveness and accommodation of the host/property manager. However, I was taken by surprise when I discovered that the property consists of two adjoining units that share parking, laundry, and beach accessories. I may have missed it but I don’t believe this was explicitly mentioned in the listing, and this might be important for some guests to know in advance. We also encountered an issue with the tub backing up, and the host’s suggestion to use a plunger to resolve it left us a bit hesitant, especially with kids involved. Overall, we had a nice stay and would recommend this property to anyone seeking a quiet retreat with easy beach access, as long as you’re comfortable with a basic beach cottage setup.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Shay K.

Great Place, Great Location
We really enjoyed our experience! The rental property was amazing. It was incredibly clean and decorated very nicely. The location to the beach was perfect. I'd highly recommend this rental property, as well as this rental company. They are very good with their communication.

10/10 Excellent

Colin T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect vacation
Beautiful house in awesome location
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Douglas L.

The best beach cottage and location experience
I love BeachHaus Rentals and their properties. I have been taking my family to Del Mar for a week every summer and know the best locations. The BeachHaus properties on 25th and 26 have great locations for going to the beach. The units are super clean, and the host is extremely responsive. I am very happy.

10/10 Excellent

Katie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just what we needed
This place was perfect for us. Extremely comfortable. The kitchen was well stocked. We cooked breakfast every morning and enjoyed a glass of wine in the evenings on the back deck. We took morning and afternoon walks on the beach which was just a few minutes walk away from our front door. We look forward to a future stay. Thanks for hostessing us.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Susan W.

ALWAYS WONDERFUL
We enjoyed the 4th of July holiday at the Turtle Retreat. We enjoy our stacation every year in Del Mar and this year was no exception. This adorable cottage has an excellent location just a block or so off of the beach. We were able to easily walk to Downtown Del Mar, back and forth to the SD Fair and into Solana Beach for restaurants, drinks and fun. We will absolutely stay again!
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Susan W.

ALWAYS WONDERFUL
We enjoyed the 4th of July holiday at the Turtle Retreat. We enjoy our stacation every year in Del Mar and this year was no exception. This adorable cottage has an excellent location just a block or so off of the beach. We were able to easily walk to Downtown Del Mar, back and forth to the SD Fair and into Solana Beach for restaurants, drinks and fun. We will absolutely stay again!

10/10 Excellent

Lisa L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Location For Summer Beach Fun
Every morning we walked two short blocks from the house to take a walk on the beach and swim in the ocean. We would repeat this every evening at sunset! The house is small, but perfectly outfitted with beach toys, wagon, towels, etc. We ate our meals at the outdoor dining patio and had easy access to the washing machine and dryer. It was perfect and stress-free!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot, Excellent management!
This is probably the best managed property we've ever stayed at. Communication was incredible from start to finish. I don't think there is one thing they didn't think of with this house when it came to supplies. Everything was perfectly laid out for a great experience! Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sydney H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean and centrally located.
The location was perfect for the horse show we were attending at the fairgrounds. It's a shout walk to the beach and close to several dining choices. The house is really nice and had everything we needed for our 8 day visit. We come to Del Mar once a year and plan to stay here every time.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

April M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exactly what we needed.
This was the perfect laid back getaway!!!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022