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Coastal Del Mar studio with fabulous views - 10 min walk to the beach!

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Central room as seen from entry door.
Central room as seen from entry.
Balcony view of Peñasquitos Lagoon, Torrey Pines State Reserve & Pacific Ocean.
Central room looking toward kitchen
Fully equipped kitchen has fridge, freezer, stovetop, microwave and dishwasher.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 237.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Del Mar, CA
  • Del Mar Racetrack
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Torrey Pines State Beach
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Del Mar Beach
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Coastal Del Mar studio with fabulous views - 10 min walk to the beach!

This newly renovated studio apartment has gorgeous panoramic views of Torrey Pines State Reserve, Peñasquitos Lagoon and the Pacific Ocean. Enjoy the scenery from your windows, private balcony, and large deck. Located in a residential neighborhood, it's a short walk to a coffee shop, 4 restaurants, and Torrey Pines State Beach. Nearby Torrey Pines State Reserve has miles of trails. for every ability. Drive 2 miles north to the seaside village of Del Mar or hop on the I-5 or 56 freeways to easily access within minutes all that beautiful San Diego has to offer.

The studio is bright and airy; windows and skylights provide lots of natural light but black out shades provide darkness when you want to sleep in. We've tried to provide everything we like in a home-away-from home! The modern kitchen has what's generally needed to prepare, cook and store food, but if there's an additional appliance you like to use, we're happy to lend it. The furnishings are contemporary, and we're told that the bed and bath linens are especially comfy. Washer and dryer are on property. Store your golf clubs, bike or surf/paddle board in the secure garage. Beach chairs, towels and umbrella are provided, and there is an outdoor shower to wash off sand. Off-street driveway parking spot is included.

The studio is located above our detached garage. You access it by entering our shared, enclosed courtyard, then have one flight of stairs to your front door and private deck. Motion detector lights illuminate your way after dark.

To help you plan and pack, when you book your stay we'll send you a digital copy of our Welcome Guide which has detailed information about:
- what's in the apartment
- where to get what you need nearby; there are dozens of restaurants, groceries, shops and services
- our area

Thinking about a long stay? Save 20% by booking your dates with these tips in mind.
- We offer a 10% discount for stays of 4 or more weeks.
- Like many cities, San Diego has a short stay Transient Occupancy Tax (10.5 %) which by law Vrbo must add to stays less than one month. Stays of more than a month are exempt from the tax.

Although our setting is generally very tranquil, there are noises out of our control that we would like you to be aware of. Monday mornings the trash pickup is at 7:00 am; trains occasionally traverse the Peñasquitos Lagoon valley and sometimes aircraft from MiraMar Airbase stray from their normal flight path. All these occurrences are commonplace in coastal Del Mar; we hope they won't impact your stay with us.

Whether you're looking for a beautiful spot to work remotely, a place to call home while you explore San Diego, or just stay put and relax, we look forward to hosting you. Feel free to message us with any questions.

Property manager

Carol
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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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, service animals permitted
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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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number STR-01430L, 642301

About the area

Del Mar

Located in Del Mar Heights, a neighbourhood in Del Mar, this apartment is in the mountains and near the beach. Shoppers can check out Westfield UTC, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Del Mar Beach and Mission Bay. Check out an event or a game at Del Mar Racetrack, and consider making time for Del Mar Fairgrounds, a top attraction not to be missed. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Del Mar, CA

What's nearby

  • Torrey Pines Golf Course - 6 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Del Mar Racetrack - 6 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Del Mar Fairgrounds - 6 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Torrey Pines State Beach - 9 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Del Mar Beach - 14 min drive - 3.8 km

Getting around

  • Voigt Drive Station - 7 min drive
  • San Diego Coaster Sorrento Valley Station - 10 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Bird Rock Coffee Roasters - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Roberto's Taco - ‬6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Coastal Del Mar studio with fabulous views - 10 min walk to the beach! pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at Coastal Del Mar studio with fabulous views - 10 min walk to the beach!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Coastal Del Mar studio with fabulous views - 10 min walk to the beach!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Coastal Del Mar studio with fabulous views - 10 min walk to the beach! located?

Located in Del Mar Heights, this apartment building is steps from Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve and within 3 mi (5 km) of Torrey Pines State Beach and Del Mar Beach. Seagrove Park and Del Mar Plaza are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 59 out of 61 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 61 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 61 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 61 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 61 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Mike F.

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

Del mar

Very good
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carl S.

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

Three Great Weeks in Del Mar

Carol and Paul were excellent hosts. They went out of their way to help us in many ways, which we appreciated, as we were new to the area.The unit was also well-equipped. The location was very walkable to coffee, a few restaurants and, though a bit farther, to the central area of Del Mar and its amenities. And still it was near enough to the rest of San Diego. We would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 23 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sherri V.

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

Ideal

We loved everything about our 30 day stay. The studio offered great views, a comfortable bed, multiple patios and a well equipped kitchenette. It is clean and well maintained. Carol and Paul are the most gracious hosts ever! We hope to return soon.
Stayed 31 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary C.

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

Quite gem

The studio was such a great retreat. The bed was very comfortable and everything was very clean. The kitchen was well stocked for the times we wanted to make our own meals. The patio was nicely appointed with lounge chairs, chairs and a fire pit. We walked to the beach and to the local eateries that were very good.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brett H.

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

Wonderful spot

Excellent place to hang at the beach and work remotely
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Carol and Paul are amazing hosts. Welcoming, thoughtful, and truly a pleasure to stay with. It feels like a home away from home and is hard leaving this slice of So Cal, but we will return next year. If I could give more than 5 stars I would.
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michel & France S.

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

Merci Paul and Carol

Perfect stay !We hope to come back next year
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chad G.

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

Dec 2024

Wonderful hosts, excellent unit just as advertised - many thanks!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rob H.

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

Del Mar Delight Delivers

We loved this cozy little nest. The suite is very well outfitted with everything we needed for an enjoyable 12 day stay. We really appreciated the orientation guide and the use of the State Parks Pass. Carol and Paul were friendly, and it was a pleasure to chat with them. The location gave us great access to hikes, beaches, and a fine selection of local restaurants. The bed was super comfortable. We would be delighted to stay there again.
Stayed 12 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Arthur V.

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

Del Mar Haven

Property was immaculate and host Carol and Paul most helpful and responsive to our every need. It was trully a pleasure to stay here and everything was as promised and more.
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrea B.

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

Fabulous

Great location, great hosts. Accommodation was immaculate, had everything we needed for our 2 weeks stay. Little extras were a bonus, especially as we travelled from UK. 10mins walk from beach with coffee shop and restaurants minutes away. Would definitely recommend booking this property..
Stayed 13 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel S.

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

Great Spot!!

Can’t recommend this unit enough. Hosts are amazing. Property is ideal.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colleen J.

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

Perfect Location, Perfect stay

Loved this place so much! It was the perfect location and had everything I needed for an amazing stay! The owners are Soooo nice, helpful and accommodating!!! They make it a much better experience!! It’s centrally located and freeway access is easy!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim K.

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

Sunsets on the Terraces

Our hosts were incredibly hospitable and helpful! The property itself had all the amenities we needed for a comfortable and wonderful visit. The outdoor terraces provided beautiful sunset views of the Pacific and Torrey Pines State Reserve along with easy access to the beaches and hiking in the Reserve.The studio's close proximity to Bird Rock coffee, Roberto's and of course the towns of Del Mar and La Jolla also make this an ideal location for a relaxing getaway.
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah P.

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

Lovely

We loved our stay! The owners were very kind, accommodating, and generous. The space was impeccable. Cleanest bnb I've ever stayed at. It had everything we needed and was a close walk to restaurants, the beach, and Torrey Pines trails. Beautiful view of Torrey Pines from the house. Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda A.

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

Beautiful sunsets

Lovely, well-equipped apartment in a conenient location. Hosts Phil & Carol were great!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nita E.

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

A week in Del Mar

Lovely hosts. Apartment well appointed and very comfortable. Charming property with outdoor spaces. Walkable to beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

FRED F.

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

Great stay at Del Mar CA.

Great stay in a fantastic location. Property just minutes from the beach as well as incredible walks on top of Torrey Pines . There are 2 balconies, one with a few chairs and umbrellas. The other with a table and a couple of chairs with a great view where we ate breakfast every day. The hosts, Carol and Paul (lovely people) have outfitted the condo with everything one would need. In addition, as a cyclist, I found a protected bike trail less than a 1/2 mile from the property that goes a significant distance with a lot of spur trails to explore.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Zachary B.

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

Great Studio Apt.

Really enjoyed our stay at this clean, cozy, airy property. Very convenient to the beach, restaurants Torrey Pines, etc. Apartment has pretty much everything needed for a comfortable stay. Carol is a wonderful host, one of the best I’ve encountered in my VRBO stays. Would recommend to anyone looking for a place for 1 or 2 people.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elena B.

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

Fantastic place and best host

The place is impeccable, everything you can possibly need is there for you in this adorable apartment. Carol is a top notch host. The views are gorgeous. Great food options are around the corner. We travel a lot but this place is definitely in top of our list now. We can't wait to come back.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vijay D.

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

Wonderful Experience and Gracious Host

We stayed at the Coastal Del Mar studio for nine days. The unit is very well situated near the Torrey Pines State Park, and we found the place well furnished and sparkly clean when we arrived. The unit included all the amenities that we could imagine, and even some that we could not have imagined (like the white noise box to ensure that we sleep like babies!). Carol and Paul are very warm, gracious and helpful hosts, and meeting them made our stay extra special. They provided a pass to the Torrey Pine State park which we used on several occasion during our stay. Carol also provided a detailed booklet with information on their condo as well as places of interest in the area. We highly recommend this place for anyone who is visiting this area.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jocelyn H.

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

Superb

This adorable space had absolutely everything needed and was in a fabulous location! It’s in a quiet spot with nearby restaurants and very close to the beach. Hosts were very communicative and helpful along the way—would love to come again!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

ML R.

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

Great Stay at Del Mar

We booked this as a long Memorial Day weekend. The location was great, the accommodations were nice and VERY WELL appointed. The host was excellent!! We would stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

MATTHEW M.

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

Beautiful views, close to it all!

Have to say my wife and I were pretty dismayed at the selection of properties available in San Diego, then we looked just a little further afield and found this absolute gem of a property in Del Mar - just a few minutes up I-5! The studio was perfectly located in the quiet but gorgeous Del Mar, just a short walk to an incredible beach and a short drive to anything and everything going on in San Diego. We were able to explore beautiful nearby Torrey Pines State Park with the park pass the owners lent to us, and were steps away from a great New York style pizza place and local burrito/taco stand. The apartment itself was perfect and had everything we needed for a comfortable stay. It was a nice secluded guest apartment at Carol and Paul’s beautiful home - separate from the main house and with its own entrance, it was perfectly private, but with probably the best views of the whole place! Wish we had made more use of the separate terrace! Our hosts were extremely accommodating and accessible, and met all our impromptu needs. Can’t say enough good things about our stay with Carol and Paul!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachael B.

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

Wonderful!

The place was perfect. There was so much thought that went into the set up - I wanted for nothing. The bed is super comfy - the kitchen / bathroom is so well stocked with essentials and more. It had everything. Carol & Paul are delightful host. Amazing communication and beyond kind. They made the stay even better! The place is perfectly located near Torrey Pines Beach - I walked to Del Mar a couple of times - a few miles with ocean views. Close to the highway. If a small place will work for you - it is absolutely perfect! I couldn’t recommend it more! They go out of their way to make sure your stay is a great one! I will stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

About the host

Hosted by Carol

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Carol is an RN, Paul is a retired international educator. In the past 20 years we have lived in Santa Barbara, Portsmouth NH, Budapest and Lisbon. Now back in our home in Del Mar, we have created a studio apartment for guests to enjoy the beauty of coastal California and all that San Diego has to offer.

Languages:

English

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