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Charming Beach Cottage, Sleeps 8, Heated Pool, Private yard, 200 ft to the sand

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Welcome to La Jolla Shores!
You are Here!
Awesome location!
A spectacular Sunset from third story deck. The beach is a pebble's throw away.
Evening Views

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Fireplace
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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San Diego, CA
  • La Jolla Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • La Jolla Shores Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • La Jolla Cove
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Master

1 King Bed

Sleeping Loft

4 Single Beds

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

Charming Beach Cottage, Sleeps 8, Heated Pool, Private yard, 200 ft to the sand

INQUIRE ABOUT OFF SEASON LONGER TERM RENTALS! HEATED LAP POOL IN YARD! Please read through entire listing for need to knows and cancellation policy. We will entertain a 3 day stay or longer terms on a case by case basis.

PLEASE NOTE- make an INQUIRY FIRST before a booking request so that we may verify dates are available for your stay and answer all questions. Kindly introduce yourself and state number of guests.

Welcome to Dove Cottage, a little piece of home away from home. This charming property is located in La Jolla Shores, mere steps to the beach, and features two bedrooms, one sleeping loft and 2.5 bathrooms. Enjoy hearing the waves at night, or enjoying a sunset on the third story deck. Relax in the private heated pool (with cover!), or swim laps, your choice. Home features a fenced in yard, outdoor BBQ area and full service eat in kitchen with a cozy fireplace to gather around . The living area is entertainment ready with a flat screen T.V., DVD, Cable, wireless internet throughout, and another cozy fireplace for your enjoyment.
The Master bedroom on lower level has a King 'Sleep Number' adjustable bed, a small twin, a relaxing tub, and separate shower and laundry area. Second floor is the loft which has four twin beds. The third level retreat has a queen bed, an entertainment area, mini-fridge and comfortable seating area. It also boasts a wrap around deck where you can enjoy a gorgeous sunset or a morning cup of coffee.
Did I mention the beach is steps outside the gate? Kellogg Park is right there too, with convenient picnic benches, and playground area.

Private detached Garage apartment may or may not be occupied by a family member at any time at any notice and is not available to rent currently.
No to worry, the garage apartment does not share entrance or yard.
One parking space is are reserved for you right in front of gate and a possibility of a second may be available.
Enjoy all the comforts of home, while being at the beach!

Dove cottage is a true testament to the La Jolla beach cottage days of yore, with modern amenities and a location that is truly spectacular. Come, enjoy a home away from home.

*Sorry, NO SMOKING on entire property, NO PETS, and NO EVENTS.
Sleeps 8 in beds. Small toddler or child's bed is in Master bedroom additionally, and a pack n play is available.

*Extra to double cleaning fee will apply if premises is left in unfavorable conditions to include excessive linen use fee. Be courteous to us and our future guests by taking care of our jewel , it's contents and it's cleanliness.
*Owners reserve the right to accept or deny any booking based on family needs and use of premises and will exercise their right within the booking verification period on VRBO, Homeaway and all other affiliated websites.
*All monies must be paid in full no later than 7 days before check in date.

Property manager

Todd
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 28
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
There are stairs. We have baby gates and packnplay
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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
No smoking of any kind allowed on or near property
AC units shall not be on after 7:00 p.m due to local noise ordinance. Tenant shall incur all fees associated if complaint is filed at City and levied.
All guests and Tenants shall observe reasonable noise levels between the hours of 9:00 p.m-9:00 a.m. both inside and outside of home.
Owner's garage apartment may be occupied at any time during stay with family member(s) with any amount of notice. Use of yard is private to Tenants.

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
Note from host: NONE
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 deadlock
Property Registration Number STR-00029L, 619761

We should mention

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

About the area

La Jolla

Located in La Jolla Shores, a neighbourhood in La Jolla, this holiday home is near theme parks and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at La Jolla Beach and La Jolla Cove, while Waterfront Park and USS Midway Museum are popular area attractions. Travelling with kids? Make time for Del Mar Fairgrounds, or head to an event or a match at Petco Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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San Diego, CA

What's nearby

  • La Jolla Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • La Jolla Shores Park - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Birch Aquarium - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
  • La Jolla Cove - 9 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • Nobel Drive Station - 6 min drive
  • San Diego Coaster Sorrento Valley Station - 9 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪George's At The Cove - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Duke's La Jolla - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Eddie V's Prime Seafood - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Caroline's Seaside Cafe - ‬14 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Charming Beach Cottage, Sleeps 8, Heated Pool, Private yard, 200 ft to the sand have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Charming Beach Cottage, Sleeps 8, Heated Pool, Private yard, 200 ft to the sand pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Charming Beach Cottage, Sleeps 8, Heated Pool, Private yard, 200 ft to the sand?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Beach Cottage, Sleeps 8, Heated Pool, Private yard, 200 ft to the sand?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Charming Beach Cottage, Sleeps 8, Heated Pool, Private yard, 200 ft to the sand located?

This family-friendly La Jolla holiday home is located near the beach, within a 15-minute walk of La Jolla Beach and University of California, San Diego. La Jolla Cove is 1.6 mi (2.5 km) away.

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. 46 out of 49 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 49 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 49 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 49 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 49 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dawn L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The best time at Dove Cottage
We had a great time and experience! The property was perfect for a spring break for our family of 5. Property manager was fantastic, responsive and provided all the information we needed. The home itself was perfect. Everything we needed to enjoy our time at the beach and beyond was provided. Highly recommend booking this property if you are looking for a clean, cozy, and stunning location for a La Jolla beach stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hubert H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house
This is a unique property with a great location. Pool was wonderful and views of the beach and sunset from the top floor deck were spectacular.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything you need right where you want to be.
Unbeatable location. Cottage has everything. Very cozy. Seamless experience. Very clean. Highly recommend. I was there with my teenage son but format is perfect for multi-generational families.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay!
The cottage is so great. Location is perfect for young kids access to La Jolla shores, had a blast in the pool as well. Parking on site was easy. We will be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great La Jolla Stay!
Location was amazing. Easy walk to beach, shops and restaurants. We loved this house and will return.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome summer vacation!
Perfect. I’d selfishly like to say something bad so we can continue visiting without worrying about others taking our week, but I can’t. It was perfect!!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sanjukta B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay for a family
Thanks for hosting us. We had a wonderful time. The home was very comfortable, clean and great to be so close to the beach, shops and restaurants. The beach chairs, boogie boards and sand toys were a great touch and made our trips to the beach very comfortable. This home was truly the highlight of our trip.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven C., Denver

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy place to hang out
Enjoyed the time we spent here. Sleeping arrangements are a bit tight with a lot of people but otherwise it worked out well for us.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Austin W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beach Life !
Amazing stay in La Jolla for spring break with the family. Kids loved the beach and park. Perfect setup for kid boogie boarding. The location is near perfect, easy walking distance to great options for food, and the beach and park are basically in the backyard. Caretaker was responsive, professional and very helpful, we will be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Will M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great La Jolla Shores Vacation Home
We stayed at Dove Cottage for 3 weeks and we were very happy there. Great location, lots of space and the lap pool was a plus. Cheryl was great to work with and the property was as advertised. We will stay there next time we visit La Jolla.
Stayed 19 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Michelle K., KANSAS City

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing home and location
Clean, with 2 parking spots! 1 block to LJ Shores beach!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Neela P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place for grandkids, 1/2 block to beach
This family home packs in quite a bit on a small lot, from a lap pool to full kitchen, outdoor seating areas, and three levels of house. The main BR on the ground floor is perfect for the grandparents/parents - no stairs, en suite full BA. Second floor BR is an open loft with 4 single beds. That space gets pretty hot temperature-wise, and sound from the first floor living room travels. Third floor BR has a double bed and an amazing wraparound deck with ocean view, a TV/sitting area and a full desk. It also does not have a door and is open to the area below. We appreciated staying in a family home which clearly was a happy place for the extended family over many years. It is an actual Vacation Rental By Owner, unlike many VRBOs that are sterile rental-only units. Kitchen is fully equipped, although the ovens were a bit touchy. Tons of plateware, silverware, serving dishes, plasticware for kids or the beach. Many appliances. You can definitely make meals at home. Location is fantastic -1/2 block to La Jolla Shores with its tiny safe waves for tots. The property manager was super responsive, helpful, and nice throughout our stay. We really enjoyed our stay and are grateful to the owners for sharing their home with us.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kris B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
WE LOVED THE DOVE COTTAGE!!
This is such a well-loved property. We had great rapport and communication with Cheryl the manager. We loved how warm and cozy the decor was and over all feel of the house. We loved the pool at the end of a beach day and we enjoyed the pics of the family members who have also loved this sweet place. Might be our favorite and we've been coming every august for over 10 years. Thanks Cheryl and Dove Cottage! Kris and Family
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Carol N., Tucson, Arizona. USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Four nights in Dove Cottage Oasis
This 3 story, fully self contained home is truly a 90 second walk to the park and La Jolla Shores beach. The very long lap pool is great to cool off in, and the walls and trees surrounding the yard feels and sounds very private. The home is roomy and welcoming. The 3rd floor room bed is best for one or two smaller people, the 18 year old loved having the deck available to lounge and watch sunsets from. Our thanks to Peter for being such an easy host to communicate with.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Megan M.

Amazing time in Dove Cottage
I rented this beautiful cottage for family our vacation in La Jolla Shores. When we walked in the gate of Dove Cottage my 4 kids (9 yrs, 7 yrs, 4 yrs, and 2yrs old) went crazy. The first thing they had us do was open the heated pool for a swim. The cottage had everything we needed. A well stock kitchen, so much space to spread out, toys and games, BBQ, towels and toys for the beach. The cottage is 2 blocks from the little strip of restaurants and shops on the days we didn't want to cook or drive to eat. It is also 2 blocks from Kellogg's Park and the beach which my 2 little ones called the beach park. From the minute we woke up we grab our coffee and took the kids to the park to get the day started. We couldn't have asked for a better place to stay and if/when we come back we hope that this cottage will be available to stay again.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Carrie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house, great location
We rented the house to attend a family wedding at Scripps. The house was very comfortable for two couples (my brother, his wife, my husband and I). The kitchen had everything we needed to make good meals. The beach is a block away, with lots of pelicans and cormorants. We found excellent coffee up the block. La Jolla Cove is wonderful. We snorkeled with bat rays and leopard sharks, rode waves and did a lot of open water swimming. The lap pool is perfect for swimming as well, a real pleasure.
Stayed 13 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Adam J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location
Everything was as described and the host was accommodating. Cannot beat the location for proximity to La Jolla Shores - great area!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mark N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay
Lovely home, well appointed with great location for La Jolla Shores Beach.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sheena C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great vacation rental
We stayed here for an amazing week. The home is very cozy and has a great kitchen area and deck area. The pool and location are amazing. It's very close to the beach and a lot of little shops. The only thing is parking is a bit tight but no one bothered us so that was a good. The owner was quick with communication also which is always appreciated.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kat C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ideal Family La Jolla Getaway
Highly recommend staying here. Large property, family friendly, heated pool, very close to shops, dining, and of course beach. Would not hesitate to stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Caitlyn E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
great time!
we had a great time at this cute cottage! clean, cozy & convenient!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

H. William P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Recommend highly
Great location Very clean Well stocked kitchen Great manager We would definitely recommend to our friends Very quiet location Peter was fantastic Five stars all around
Stayed 31 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Winnie H., Avondale Estates, GA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cottage
We enjoyed our stay at Dove Cottage. The location is fabulous, and the house is very well-equipped and comfortable. I would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Russell H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Feet from the beach in a North Woods sea captain cabin
Didn’t think I could simultaneously be 30 seconds from La Jolla Shores while also staying in a magnificent Lake Superior North Shore cabin, but this place pulls it off! Great house, everything you need, very comfy and super clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ian D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Dove Cottage
This was by far the best VRBO experience we have had. The cottage was everything we could have hoped for. Excellent excellent experience and we could tell the management paid attention to every detail!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

About the host

Hosted by Todd

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Dove cottage is owned by a family that loves to fish. Inside, you will find decades of fishing photos, many of which were taken right here in San Diego.

Why they chose this property

Dove Cottage was designed by renowned Architect, Dale Naegle, who's works are a large part of Southern California's History, especially in La Jolla Shores. It was built as a testament of Love from the Patriarch of the family, so that the gererations after could enjoy the beauty of the Shores.

What makes this property unique

Yard with heated lap pool and third story wrap around ocean view deck. One building removed from busy street and kitty corner from a beachfront hotel and around the corner from restaurants, rentals and activities. Truly a spectacular location. Great for a getaway or family vacation. A gem in La Jolla Shores!

Languages:

English

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They consistently provide great experiences for their guests