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StandAlone Historic La Jolla Beach Cottage w/ Spa - 2 min walk to beach

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Exterior
Living area
Property grounds
Beach
Aerial view

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 692.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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418 Nautilus St, La Jolla, CA, 92037
  • Windansea Beach
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • La Jolla Cove
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • La Jolla Beach
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

StandAlone Historic La Jolla Beach Cottage w/ Spa - 2 min walk to beach

Fall asleep to the sound of the ocean in this beautifully restored, stand-alone beach cottage, built in 1911. It has all the charm of its age coupled with modern conveniences such as portable AC units, washer & dryer, TV and wifi. A charming front yard filled with flowers and a white picket fence greet you, and a cozy front porch is a delightful place to enjoy the ocean breeze. The private backyard features a gas BBQ, garden patio and a secluded hot tub. Situated just minutes from La Jolla Village, La Jolla Cove and Bird Rock, there are many wonderful dining options and family activities at your doorstep. Sea World and the San Diego Zoo are a 20-minute drive. Best of all, the world famous Windansea Beach is just steps away!

Please note: The property manager lives full-time in the neighborhood.

Property manager

Emily
Premier Host

Languages

English, Spanish

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Property Registration Number 623463, STR-01445L

About the area

La Jolla

Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Beach Barber Tract, a neighbourhood in La Jolla. Pechanga Arena and USS Midway Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's popular attractions include Waterfront Park and San Diego Zoo. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Petco Park or Snapdragon Stadium.
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La Jolla, CA

What's nearby

  • Windansea Beach - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego - 2 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Bird Rock - 2 min drive - 2.4 km
  • La Jolla Cove - 8 min drive - 2.5 km
  • La Jolla Beach - 12 min drive - 4.4 km

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 - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪El Pescador Fish Market - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Harry's Coffee Shop - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Bernini's Bistro - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪The Flower Pot Cafe And Bakery - ‬18 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is StandAlone Historic La Jolla Beach Cottage w/ Spa - 2 min walk to beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at StandAlone Historic La Jolla Beach Cottage w/ Spa - 2 min walk to beach?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at StandAlone Historic La Jolla Beach Cottage w/ Spa - 2 min walk to beach?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is StandAlone Historic La Jolla Beach Cottage w/ Spa - 2 min walk to beach located?

Located in Beach Barber Tract, this holiday home is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Windansea Beach and 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from La Jolla Cove. La Jolla Tide Pools and Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 31 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 31 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 31 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 31 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

David R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great little cottage near the water

Perfect location for our little family trip, the house was nicely setup and had a lot of great original character. Definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luke A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet Beach Getaway

A lovely quiet house with a short walk to the beach. The house is clean and has all you need for a family or friend getaway. Beds were comfortable and the process to check in was a breeze. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abby L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Family Spot!

This charming beach cottage was a perfect home base for my two pre-teen boys and mom while we explored La Jolla and the surrounding area. The location was perfect - a block from the beach and steps away from a market for breakfast essentials. A quick drive or 1.5mi walk to La Jolla center and sea lion hangouts! We loved the hot tub and the convenience of laundry. The garden and outdoor space was impressive and fresh flowers inside were a lovely touch! Highly recommend and would stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

susan m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

La Jolla family weekend

This gorgeous gem of a beach cottage was perfect! Lots of towels, clean & great location. Only small flaw is lack of microwave.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gilian M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A perfect stay, hard to leave!

We absolutely loved our stay - the cottage and grounds were absolutely beautiful and incredibly charming. The rooms were spacious, the beds very comfortable, and we had everything we needed in the kitchen. With four adults and a three year old, there was plenty of space for the group to hang out together or separately, inside or outside, and everyone was comfortable and happy. We would have loved a few extra weeks and are already talking about returning. We enjoyed watching birds visiting the flowers in the yard and spending time with the cat who visited too - he’s a sweetie!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marcus T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great for my family

Our family of four and grandpa stayed here and it was perfectly suited for our needs. Simple setup in the home. The boys loved the bunk beds. Easy walk to the beach. We will return to this home in the future if available
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Long weekend get away

We loved this home for our long weekend. We didn’t rent a car and walked all over. There are good restaurants and coffee shops and a nice little market right up the block. The hot tub was just what the doctor ordered. We were a short walk from the beach and could see it from the sidewalk of the house. Great weekend. Great location.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Lyz L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Perfect location , we spent thanksgiving there!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katherine C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great beach getaway

We stayed there with our 3 kids, ages 1, 2, and 4 and had a great time. The place was very kid friendly and even had a blackout shade in the kids room. Would love to come back here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful La Jolla Stay

Lovely 1911 cottage - close to the ocean, very walkable area, terrific location and home.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tasha R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great beach house

We loved our stay at this house right down the street from Windansea Beach! Lovely garden on the property and front porch that is perfect for morning coffee or evening glass of wine. It's in a great neighborhood with lots of coffee shops and restaurants walkable nearby. Would definitely stay again- Crystal is a great host!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location

This is a charming place in an ideal location. Everything was comfortable and the host is very responsive. The landscaping is just as pretty as the pictures.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

4/10 Poor

Judi G.

Liked: Communication, location

house review

No dishwasher weather cold and no throw blankets on sofas ant traps on kitchen floor very unappealing no bars of soap just pumps manager was attentive and responsive but after renting many homes in La Jolla this I would not recommend or stay again
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful

Fantastic cottage just a block from the ocean. Everything from description was accurate. Clean and well stocked. Property management is very responsive to any request or need. Wonderful location in close proximity to village, shops, and dining.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristi W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Beach Cottage

This is a great beach cottage in a quiet neighborhood. Location is perfect. What a wonderful house. We will definitely return!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura L., Washington, DC

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute beach bungalow

Very cute 1910s beach bungalow. Perfect location to Windansea; kids loved watching the surfers. Communication with Crystal was easy and she responded quickly to any questions.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

cathy m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Summer Home

This home is charming and was perfect for our summer vacation! The property grounds are beautiful! The beds we’re comfortable as well as the general furniture. The communication with Crystal was outstanding! Crystal even replaced the Keurig for us the same day. There were extras such as bottled water, wine and beach accessories (chairs, boogie boards, chair), which I thought was very nice! The home is VERY close to the beach and walking distance to shops and restaurants. We would definitely stay at this beautiful historic home again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen M., Prescott AZ

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful gardens

Our family, three generations of love and fun, thoroughly enjoyed our stay in this cute little 1911 beach bungalow. The yards have fantastic flower gardens! Communication with hostess immediately responded to our inquiries. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy B., Albany, CA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Adorable Beach Cottage

The house is super cute and the location can't be beat. All of the beds are comfortable and the hot tub is such a bonus. Can't wait to go back and stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sanja A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Short getaway

We had a wonderful time in this little cottage. It was clean,had everything we needed. Closeness to the beach and shops can't be beat. Wish we could stay longer. Thank you for having us!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joey G., Chicago

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Stay by Windansea!

The stay could not have been better! We loved the charming house, and it could not have been a better location a few blocks away from a very local beach. The house was also very close to convenience stores, good food and a nice 15 minute walk to downtown La Jolla (I recommend walking through the side streets and by the beach!). I stayed with my wife and another couple, and it was perfect for the four of us - the bedrooms were very cozy, the house was perfectly clean and had everything we could ever need. I'd love to stay there again my next time in San Diego, thanks again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great spring break trip

We had a great time staying at this house for spring break. It is decorated very nicely. The beds were very comfortable, and there were several sleeping options for our two young kids. The location was great - the beach and lots of coffee shops and restaurants were within walking distance. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

alina s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic beach house

I stayed at this house during my destination wedding trip to SD. It is a historic beach house steps away from a beautiful beach; older building but full of charm. We were staying during an unusually cold week for the region, so it was very cold at night at this house; however, the hosts provided plenty of space heaters that were available for us to use. KItchen has pretty much anything you need, bedrooms are cute and beds are comfortable, everything was very clean. I would definitely stay there again and again!
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect In Every Way

We stayed in this sweet house for a month. It was just what we wanted: on a quiet and friendly street, walking distance from the ocean, coffee shops, the grocery store and a book store. Parking was no problem. The space was cozy and classy, a big green couch, porches, flower gardens, a hot tub, twinkling lights that turned on and off automatically, comfortable beds. Crystal (the property manager) responded quickly to our queries and was always positive and pleasant. We would (and plan to) return to this spot in a heartbeat.
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deborah Q.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Anniversary get away

Second time staying at this location - loved it again!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022

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Hosted by Emily

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English, Spanish

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