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Villa Serena- full kitchen, and just a 3 minute walk to the beach!

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Sun loungers, beach towels
Miscellaneous
2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Outdoor dining
Interior

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

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

Villa Serena- full kitchen, and just a 3 minute walk to the beach!

Rest peacefully in this relaxing, 2 bedroom cottage in the peaceful Windansea Beach village of La Jolla. This unique and welcoming cottage is about a mile from La Jolla Village which offers a superb shopping experience. It's very close to Bird Rock, La Jolla cove, and La Jolla Shores. It's a few miles from Pacific Beach and Sea World. The zoo is conveniently close as well. If you would rather see seals and sea lions in the wild, we have plenty of those within walking distance at La Jolla cove. You can snorkel at the cove with wild sea lions swimming around you. There's also a wonderful opportunity to swim with hundreds of little leopard sharks when they come to shallow water to breed. It's an amazing experience! There's always something fun to do in and around La Jolla's Windansea Beach neighborhood.

Key Features:
- 3 minute walk to beach
- residential neighborhood
- peek ocean view deck- perfect for sunsets
- modern kitchen
- a park up the street with swings and a slide for the kiddos
- 1-3 blocks to market, restaurants, shops, coffee, bakery
- Plenty of free, 24/7 street parking right out front
- laundry machines just outside he kitchen
- AC available for those occasional heat waves
- Luckydog Sanctuary save 10-20% off repeat visits


Closely-supervised kids are welcome. This home is most suitable for infants and calm children age 5 and up. We don't allow running in the house or on the deck and, in general, we like to keep the noise level down for the neighbors. Pack n'play available.

We'll consider families of up to 6 for brief stays in this home if we can chat first to ensure it's a great fit. Book instantly for a family of up to 4. Due to there being only one bathroom off the main bedroom, you may wish to rent two or more of our adjacent cottages or one larger cottage if you have more than 4 or desire more privacy.

Our humble, rustic cottage is not suited to people with allergies or people who expect a property without wear-and-tear. We want our rentals to be pet-friendly so we do not try to keep them perfect. We use non-toxic/humane pest control which sometimes takes longer to work. In a nutshell, wear and tear, a little fur/sand, and the occasional pest is included in the rental. Thank you for understanding. =)

The following canines are not allowed on the property due to our insurance company (which does not make an exception for assistance animals): Akita, Cane Corso, Chow Chows, Dogo Argentino, Pit Bull, Presa Canario (Canary dog), Rottweiler, Staffordshire Bull Terrier, and any wild canine or hybrid thereof. We welcome dogs that are well-behaved with reliable temperaments that are not of these breeds. No destructive or aggressive animals allowed. Pet fee $30/night/pet ($90 mininum). If your pet isn't used to traveling and staying in a new place please reach out to us about renting a crate and/or having a plan in place to be sure they are safe and comfortable.

Thank you for supporting Luckydog Sanctuary and choosing to rent our vacation homes!

Property manager

Jay & Jen

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available
  • Car not required

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Day bed
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video games
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 4 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: No smoking near the property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Optional golf privileges
  • Tennis
  • Water park
  • Water sports equipment
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing 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

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 28

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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
Welcoming dogs and cats only
4 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Note from host: Some breeds are not allowed so please get approval

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Closely supervised kids allowed
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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 637435, STR-04727L

We should mention

A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Graced by the Beach La Jolla
Little Cottage style home by the Beach
Graced by the Beach Private vacation home
Graced by the Beach Private vacation home La Jolla
Villa Serena Villa Serena Beauty The Beach Awaits You!
Villa Serena Beauty The Beach! Same day OK Fall Savings

About the neighborhood

Map
LA JOLLA, CA

What's nearby

  • Windansea Beach - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego - 2 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Bird Rock - 2 min drive - 2.0 km
  • La Jolla Cove - 9 min drive - 2.8 km
  • La Jolla Beach - 14 min drive - 4.7 km

Getting around

  • Balboa Avenue Transit Center Station - 9 min drive
  • San Diego Coaster Sorrento Valley Station - 12 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Taco Stand - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪El Pescador Fish Market - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Harry's Coffee Shop - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Bernini's Bistro - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The Flower Pot Cafe And Bakery - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Villa Serena- full kitchen, and just a 3 minute walk to the beach! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 4 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

How much is parking at Villa Serena- full kitchen, and just a 3 minute walk to the beach!?

There is free parking nearby.

What time is check-in at Villa Serena- full kitchen, and just a 3 minute walk to the beach!?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Villa Serena- full kitchen, and just a 3 minute walk to the beach!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Villa Serena- full kitchen, and just a 3 minute walk to the beach! located?

Located in Beach Barber Tract, this cottage is 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Windansea Beach and within 3 mi (5 km) of La Jolla Cove and Mission Beach Boardwalk. La Jolla Tide Pools and Bird Rock are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Villa Serena- full kitchen, and just a 3 minute walk to the beach! Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 31 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 31 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 31 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 31 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Katie F.

Great place and location
We stayed here with our two young children. Place was clean, laundry was a plus, and it had all the necessary supplies so we could make meals and relax during our time in California. Good location in La Jolla to talk to things, and parking was always easy right out front!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Julie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect La Jolla Stay
Location was ideal - just off beach and walking to much of L Jolla, while quiet. The unit had everything we needed and was very nicely appointed and organized. The small backyard patio space (with beach gear and grill) and laundry (no issue sharing with other unit) were useful. Parking was never an issue while we were there. We were pleased as we came in, and had a great one week stay with our small dog in tow.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Paulina W.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
September get Away
This place was cute, cozy and conveniently located! The Windan sea neighborhood was quiet and darling! Love the local coffee shops, walking distance. The price was right! Loved the keyless entry but the door was a bit finicky. T there were plenty of towels, for showering and to use for the beach. The kitchen had everything we needed. Thank you !
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Jay Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Emanuela G.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Great location, units that needs some serious improvements
The location is awsome, few blocks from the beach and with several great coffee shops and restaurants. The communication with management company was very good, with prompt response. The unit is however not been updated and cleaning standards below expectations (i have sever allergy to dust and the fan above the bed had a thick layer of dust which we pointed out to the owner, but no action was taken while we were there).. however the most important issue was that the the listing didn’t mentioned that the house had NO heating nor cooling system. While a/c in California can be hard to find, not having a heating system should have been included in the listing. Not only it was not mentioned but no space heaters were provided. We had a very uncomfortable first night, the owner provided 2 very sm heaters the second day, but they hardly resolved the issue. I would not return.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lesa T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location. Newly remodeled
Great experience
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

kevin m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beach
Nice spot close to a cool beach and plenty of parking
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Michael B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay in La Jolla
Very accessible to amazing times and amazing views in La Jolla
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Susan P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
The property is well maintained, well decorated and well located to explore La Jolla. The only thing that was awkward was one bathroom for six people and the only access was through the master en suite bedroom.

10/10 Excellent

Amanda C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy beach cottage
My husband, son, and I had a great beach weekend. This property was perfect for our needs. The place was clean and we felt very comfortable. We loved the neighborhood.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sharon W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location, location, location!
This was a fabulous COVID-19 Spring getaway for me family of five (kids aged 17, 15, 11) to "socially distance" ourselves in the sun and the surf. This vintage cottage had the perfect location and all the necessities: body boards, beach chairs + umbrellas, pots & pans, even coffee and a deck of cards! When we found the neighborhood Von's, the Taco Stand, and the D.G. Will's bookstore, we scratched any plans we had outside of La Jolla. Super dog-friendly place, which added a casual homey vibe for us -- nothing more fun than watching dogs run on the beach.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy beach cottage
An excellent location, a short walk to the beach, this cottage is nestled in a friendly neighborhood providing lots of interesting walks. The cottage was clean and the kitchen was well-appointed. The bed is comfortable and the bathroom was well designed. The patio in the front catches the breeze and provides a space for people watching and Nikki is quick to answer questions.

10/10 Excellent

Kelly D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beach trip
It was way nicer then I expected it to be from photos online even tho it got a little warm throughout the day the ac on the room was very nice and it was a very short trip to the beach I really enjoyed my stay the house was really Nice and clean and I’m really glad I visited here

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca T., Los Angeles, California

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming Beach House
Charming cozy house that is less than a ten minute walk to the beach. There is a lovely backyard space as well. High recommendation!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great value
We had a great stay - the cottage is very simple and small, but an excellent value for the price and location. Very clean and well stocked, and we loved being able to walk to Windandsea. We hope to return next summer!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Linda D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Location, Comfy Cottage
What a sweet, comfy cottage only a couple of blocks from the beach. Ever since we started traveling with our dog, our options have been limited in terms of places to stay. So glad we found this one. Nikki was very responsive, energetic, and caring about our needs. Highly recommend this place. Hope to return ourselves.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2019

8/10 Good

Jonathan K.

Well-appointed, compact apartment in an unbeatable location!
This unit is small, but efficient. There are some quirks—the laundry is outside, there is only a space heater to keep you warm at night, and the second bedroom's bed is actually just a couch you can pull apart into a couple of different configurations—but the incredible location and other amenities more or less make up for them. Highly recommended for 1-2 adults looking for convenient access to the beach!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Diana A C.

Relaxing Get Away
We had a great time in La Jolla and Villa Serena was a wonderful cottage. Our family had everything we needed and loved the little back patio. We spent most of our time out there listening to music and just reconnecting. I highly recommend La Jolla and Villa Serena!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2018

8/10 Good

Emily P.

Great place! Great location! Very clean
Just enough space for our family - two small kiddos. One on an aero bed in the extra room. One we had sleep on a coach in the extra room that we made into a bed. Dog friendly. Back patio was a bit small
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Dyllan E.

Perfect staying place
Everything really confortable and near to the beach!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2018
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10/10 Excellent

Margaret G., Annapolis, MD

Couldn’t Have Been Better
Villa Serena was perfect. We are an older couple traveling with an adult child to visit family in the area. The cottage was perfect for our trip. It was well decorated, roomy and clean, and it was in a perfect location — close to the town, our family and the beach, with plenty of parking. Nikki was on the premises to greet us. She was great to talk to, close by and available to help if we needed anything. If Villa Serena is available for our next visit to the area, we will definitely look to stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Heather D.

Perfect!
Beautiful little place, great location, close to the beach. Very clean.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2018

10/10 Excellent

Richard B.

Easy to get to, walk to beach, park for kids, dogs, walking/biking trail. Place was great ez parking
Beautiful! This place has the charm, clean and crisp. More than enough room for my wife and I and our 2 lab/huskies and their large dog beds that we brought with us. Arrived and parked right in front of house. Door opens to living room. TV has everything (Spectrum/NetFlix etc...).small bedroom on left of door behind living room was small but very functional. Kitchen had all amenities (beautiful fridge/gas stove/sink/counter tops/microwave/kitchen ware/utensils/floor tiles). As soon as we arrived and unpacked, we walked the dogs to the park (end of our quiet street! 8 minutes). Then went for a walk on the awesome beach ( 5 minutes from the house in the other direction!). Place has a coffee maker, but coffee house was easier (9 minute slow walk). Main bedroom was large with en suite bathroom (with shower/tub). 6-7 great parks within 15 minute drive. About to a thousand eateries so close (if you like Mexican food, ‘Don Carlos Taco Shop’ has everything but a lot of space. Great enchiladas, quesadillas!). Nikki and Bill have done a great job to make me want to come back again and again. Nikki was available and accommodating not hovering. Also Jade was available for anything extra, like special towels for our dogs. Nikki is a great host/human (she has a pet sanctuary around the corner!).
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Lori H.

Clean home in La Jolla
Overall this home suited our needs. I came here with a three-month-old baby and my parents to enjoy a few days of sunshine and San Diego. Nikki was very friendly and made sure prior to arriving she had a pack and play for my son. Unfortunately when we arrived I could not locate the pack and play and it was already 6 PM at night. I tried getting a hold of Nikki, but was unsuccessful until almost 830 at night. There was also only one roll of toilet paper provided to us, and no soap, so we had to make a couple of trips to cvs during our stay to get basic supplies. While I’m sure Nikki would have brought these items to our home, Nikki does not timely respond to phone calls, voicemails, emails, text messages, etc., so it was just easier to get these items ourselves. Overall the home was great and worked perfectly for us, but it would have been nice to have Nikki be more responsive.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jane D., Miami Beach

Welcoming, well-equipped, well-situated.
We booked a different Windansea vacation rental for a 5-night stay, but had to leave when the home was infested with a swarm of termites. Thankfully, we found Villa Serena. The calendar showed that Villa Serena was available, but the Homeaway system automatically prevents reservation requests for the same day. We were stuck and could not send a request for the one night stay. We had bought groceries to last us our whole trip and did not want to stay at a hotel. Luckily, we found Villa Serena listed by the property manager and she handled the booking immediately. She scheduled a last-minute, rush cleaning for us to get in early since we had to check out of our other place at 10 for the exterminator to spray and had our groceries and medicines which needed to get into a fridge right away. We were surprised when we walked in the front door of Villa Serena. We weren't expecting it to be so pretty. We liked the home and location so much that we extended our vacation by one more night. We are spending our last night in Villa Tranquila which is the cozier version of Villa Serena. Sadly, we have to get to LAX by 6AM. I am not happy about leaving but I am grateful that Nikki left us some coffee and I am just about ready for the drive. These homes have so much welcoming energy, that I felt instantly "at home" in them. I usually feel like I am in a cold hotel room or in someone's cluttered, personal space when we stay in a vacation rental but both of these homes felt familiar and "just right" right away despite them being quite different in appearance. I can't explain it, but if a house could give a hug and say "thank you for staying" these little houses would. The location can't be beat. It's 1-2 blocks to restaurants, stores, and the best massage on the planet (Top secret. Sorry). The Holiday Inn is just across the street. If you have a friend who's a guest there, you can enjoy the perks. I felt like I was at a resort. I had a good cup of coffee with good company, a dip in a pool, a massage (down the road a bit), a short walk back to the Villas, followed by an early-afternoon nap while my husband was off golfing. I found paradise. I have to say La Jolla in October is just beautiful. The sunsets were thrilling and the water was really warm which we weren't expecting. Next year we'll wait until Fall to come. I don't know how we missed these gems in past searches for properties, but we will make Villa Serena or Villa Tranquila our homes away from home!