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Fully-stocked kitchen with bar stool seating
Living room: smart TV with Roku, ocean views, ceiling fan, comfy seating! The fireplace is NOT for use.
Living room: smart TV with Roku, ocean views, ceiling fan, comfy seating! The fireplace is NOT for use.
Living room: smart TV with Roku, ocean views, ceiling fan, comfy seating! The fireplace is NOT for use.
Fully-stocked kitchen with bar stool seating

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 6116.1 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Del Mar, CA
  • Del Mar Beach
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Del Mar Fairgrounds
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Del Mar Racetrack
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Master Suite

1 Queen Bed

Second bedroom

1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Downstairs bathroom

Toilet

Guest bathroom

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Master bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Ocean views, walk to town - The Shell Shack - New Listing

This charming Del Mar townhouse is your ultimate coastal escape, offering ocean views and an irresistibly cute beachy vibe that feels like home! Just steps from Del Mar's top restaurants, boutique shops, and sandy beaches—and only 2 miles from the Del Mar Fairgrounds—you'll be in the heart of it all. Enjoy endless Pacific views from private balconies on each level, or dine al fresco on the spacious back patio, complete with a BBQ grill and cozy fire pit for starry nights. Whether you're relaxing with a glass of wine at sunset or exploring the vibrant local scene, this sweet retreat is the perfect blend of comfort, charm, and adventure. You may never want to leave!

2 Bedrooms, 2.5 Bathrooms
- Master Suite: queen bed, ensuite bathroom, TV with Roku, private balcony
- Guest bedroom with a loft: queen sofa bed, full size bed in the loft, ensuite bathroom, TV with Roku near sofa bed, private balcony accessed from the loft
- Hallway bathroom (downstairs): toilet, sink

AMENITIES
- Outdoor seating & dining table
- Fire pit
- BBQ grill
- Fully-stocked kitchen with bar stools for 4
- Dining area for 4
- TVs with Roku & Spectrum channels
- Central heating & AC (upstairs level)
- Mini-split with AC only (downstairs level)
- Washer and dryer

PARKING
- Up to 1 vehicle in the detached garage. Garage dimensions are approximate: 6'6"H x 14'W x 18'D
- Street parking may be available
- No driveway parking

HOUSE RULES
- MAX OCCUPANCY AT ALL TIMES: 6
- QUIET HOURS: 9pm - 9am
- NO PARTIES, GATHERINGS, NO EXTRA GUESTS THAT OVER OCCUPIES THE HOME, OR EVENTS ALLOWED. Strictly enforced.
- THIS HOME IS NOT PET FRIENDLY.
- VIDEO & PHOTOGRAPHY: There shall be no video, still photography or film production of any kind without the express written consent of the owner. Fees apply.

PLEASE NOTE!
- Please take note that this home is NOT baby and/or child proofed. It is your responsibility to walk the home and/or property upon arrival, to make this space safe for your children. We assume no liability for harm/death to any baby or child staying or visiting this vacation rental.
- Please note that early check-ins and late check-outs are available at our discretion. There are extra fees for either of these add-ons when available.
- Exterior surveillance cameras are recording video 24/7. The camera is at the front door.
- The guest bedroom includes a queen size sofa bed, while the loft area—accessible via a staircase—features a full-size mattress on the floor.
- The staircase to the loft features tall, wide steps, and the railing next to the mattress is made of rope. For safety reasons, children are not permitted in the loft. Only adults may sleep in the bed, which is a full size and accommodates up to two people. Please use caution.
- The upper-level balcony is accessible from the loft; please always take extra precautions.
- The closet space is limited. The guest bedroom has a small closet, while the master bedroom has only two dressers and no closet.
- This townhome is located within a complex situated on a busy road in Del Mar.
- The fireplace inside the home is not for use.
- The garage is not attached to the home.
- There is no heating on the main downstairs level.
- There is no dishwasher, however, a dish drying rack is provided.

CANCELLATION POLICY
- A thirty (30) day notice is required for cancellation. Cancellations that are made more than thirty (30) days prior to the arrival date will incur no penalty, aside from a $500 restocking fee.
- Cancellations or changes that result in a shortened stay, that are made within 30 days of the arrival date, forfeit the full advance payment (not including deposit and cleaning fee).
- Cancellation or early departure does not warrant any refund of rent. If you wish to shorten your existing reservation with VRBKIM, and your reservation is further than 30 days away, we do charge a $100 restocking fee to make this adjustment.

PARTIES & OVER OCCUPANCY POLICY
If the guest violates any of our rules regarding noise, parties, or over occupancy, and the host receives complaints from neighbors, a $500 fine will be imposed per occurrence. In addition, should these allegations be found true, the guest will be subject to immediate eviction without a refund.

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Vacation Rentals By Kimberly
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Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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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 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

About the area

Del Mar

Located in Del Mar, this holiday home is in the city centre and near the beach. Del Mar Fairgrounds is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Del Mar Beach and Moonlight State Beach. LEGOLAND® California and Self Realization Fellowship Hermitage & Meditation Gardens are also worth visiting. Looking to get your feet wet? Surfing/body boarding, fishing and swimming adventures can be found near the property.
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Del Mar, CA

What's nearby

  • Del Mar Plaza - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Del Mar Beach - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Del Mar Fairgrounds - 4 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Del Mar Racetrack - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Torrey Pines State Beach - 9 min drive - 3.1 km

Getting around

  • Sorrento Valley Station - 7 min drive
  • San Diego Coaster Sorrento Valley Station - 14 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Monarch Ocean Pub - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Jake's - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Poseidon on the Beach - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Board & Brew - ‬8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Ocean views, walk to town - The Shell Shack - New Listing pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

Where is Ocean views, walk to town - The Shell Shack - New Listing located?

Located in the heart of Del Mar, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Del Mar Plaza and Del Mar Beach. Seagrove Park and Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

John C.

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

Shell Cottage

Nice condo unit with a great location. Garage parking is super convenient.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

About the host

Hosted by Vacation Rentals By Kimberly

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English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests