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Ocean views, hot tub & pool, walk to beach, restaurants, and more!

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View from living room, dining  room and master bedroom.
Birdseye view of pool/house overlooking ocean.
View of home from street.
Living Room - Room enough for the whole family to watch TV or enjoy the view!
View from the back of the couch in the living room.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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La Jolla, CA
  • La Jolla Beach
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Birch Aquarium
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • La Jolla Cove
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 4

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 5

Toilet

Spaces

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

About this property

Ocean views, hot tub & pool, walk to beach, restaurants, and more!

Welcome to Sunset Cottage!

Tucked away on a quiet little cul-de-sac, this beautiful home sits atop a small hill and offers gorgeous views of La Jolla Shores and the La Jolla Cove. This quiet street allows you to enjoy the beauty of the sand and surf all from the serenity of your private home! When you're ready, just walk a few short blocks to the beach and/or local restaurants and shops...all on flat ground. No hills, except the short driveway, to climb!

When you walk into Sunset Cottage, you'll feel like you've stepped back in time....the kitchen cabinets, wood paneling and bathroom tile are all charmingly vintage! That said, all the amenities are brand new. Beautiful 400 thread count, 100% Egyptian Cotton sheets grace every bed with 100% cotton bath towels in each bath. The furniture, including all bedding, is brand new and designed to help you and your friends and family sit back, relax and enjoy each other's company.

There is a large dining area with fireplace and extra seating for relaxing meals at home. The dining area opens into the large living room with sectional couch. There is a large, 65" TV to enjoy your favorite shows or movies – or just curl up on the couch and play a board game or enjoy a good book!

Inside the house, there are 3 bedrooms - all with older, vintage ensuite bathrooms, AND a separate, detached 1BR studio guest house with a queen bed, walk-in closet and a private vintage bathroom. (PLEASE NOTE: The detached guest studio is only suitable for adults as it is outside near the pool and is not attached to the house.)

There are two master suites with California King Beds and brand new bedding. The front suite offers beautiful views of La Jolla Shores from the bed. The second Master Suite also has a California King bed and window seat and ensuite bathroom. The middle bedroom has two queen beds and is great for two teens or four young kids (that don't mind sharing a bed). The separate guest studio is out by the pool and offers in-laws or teenagers a little bit of privacy!

All 4.5 bathrooms are older and have vintage pink, yellow and/or blue tile. The shower/tub configuration is a little smaller than many modern bathrooms and requires a step over the side of the tub to get into the shower.

The kitchen is well stocked and offers everything you might need to make meals at your home away from home, including; a coffeemaker, microwave, toaster oven and pots and pans. Featuring a built-in banquette, you can sit comfortably while in the kitchen talking to the chef! There is a small desk in the kitchen if you need a place to set up and work! That said, we highly recommend sitting at the dining room table with your laptop as the view is better from in there!

There is wonderful space outside by the pool where you are protected from the breeze, but can still look through the house to see the beautiful ocean views! This is a wonderful spot to just sit back and read a book! There are 2 chaise lounge chairs (with umbrella) and a dining table for 4 people. There are also lots of extra chairs for those that just want to sit and enjoy an afternoon glass of wine with family and friends. For most rentals, we have a pool-safe fence around the pool to protect children from falling in. If your rental is for adults only and you would like the fencing removed before your stay, just let us know and we will make sure it is taken down before your arrival.

There is a small yard in the front of the house where you can throw a football or just set up some beach chairs and watch the sunset!

The laundry room is located just off the kitchen outside the main house next to the garage. There is an ironing board and iron and all laundry supplies available for your use.

Once you’ve stayed here once, we’re sure you’ll come back again! Sunset cottage is truly a wonderful place to relax and recharge your batteries.

PLEASE NOTE: There is AC in house bedrooms only! No AC in living area, kitchen or pool house bedrooms. The house is designed to open all windows and doors and let the coastal breeze cool off the house.

If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to call Jennifer at 858-232-2522!

We hope to hear from you and welcome you to La Jolla soon!

Property manager

Jennifer M.
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Minimum age to rent: 30
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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
The pool Vacuum must ALWAYS remain submerged.
Guests must rinse off all sand before entering the hot tub. If there is sand in the hot tub following your stay, a $200 cleaning fee applies.

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-08020L, 621581

We should mention

A car is recommended 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. Westfield UTC and Seaport Village are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Del Mar Fairgrounds and Waterfront Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Petco Park or Pechanga Arena. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking/biking trails nearby.
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La Jolla, CA

What's nearby

  • University of California, San Diego - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • La Jolla Shores Park - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • La Jolla Beach - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Birch Aquarium - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • La Jolla Cove - 10 min drive - 3.5 km

Getting around

  • Nobel Drive Station - 6 min drive
  • San Diego Coaster Sorrento Valley Station - 8 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Philz Coffee - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Urban Plates - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Ocean views, hot tub & pool, walk to beach, restaurants, and more! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Ocean views, hot tub & pool, walk to beach, restaurants, and more! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

Where is Ocean views, hot tub & pool, walk to beach, restaurants, and more! located?

Located in La Jolla Shores, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of University of California, San Diego and La Jolla Beach. La Jolla Cove is 2.2 mi (3.5 km) away.

Reviews

10

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

Neil K.

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

Amazing Property, Location, and Views

Had a great stay. The house is spacious, with great views, wonderful pool/hot tub, and a short walk down to the beach, playground, or around the corner tk the aquarium. Host was very responsive and helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judy D.

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

Christmas with family

This was an excellent property to celebrate Christmas with our family in San Diego. The views were fantastic, even better than the pictures and it was only a few blocks to the beach.Jennifer was an excellent host and very responsive anytime I reached out to her.The beds were very comfortable and every bedroom had its own bathroom which was convenient. All the rooms were good size and the furniture was very cozy. We didn’t use the pool but hope to on future visits.I can’t recommend this property enough. We hope to stay there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

lynne r.

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

Healing Trip

This is exactly what my family needed. It is a great house. Charming MCM, everything that comes with that. The location is ideal, easy to get at areas north and south. My almost 3yr old granddaughter cried when we got off the plane, she realized when went going back to the house.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Albert W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

James M.

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

La Jolla Delight

My family was delighted with our stay at this house. The views from the living room and master bedroom are magnificent, and the pool/hot tub were great. Even though there was a problem with the air conditioning, Jennifer was very responsive and worked to get it fixed in short order.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark N.

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

La Jolla Vacation

Great property short walk to La Jolla Shores beach. Large clean pool. House spacious in classic mid century style with quality fixtures and fittings.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter H.

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

Great trip

Can’t wait to return another year. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly C.

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

Spring Break Trip

We had a wonderful stay! Jennifer was very responsive and helpful throughout our stay. The house was wonderful for two families with children aged 9-13. Would definitely stay here again! Highly recommend to anyone looking for a house in La Jolla.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne M.

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

Great location

Great location walkable to the beach. Very close to the aquarium, UCSD, restaurants, shops and the grocery. Each bedroom has its own full bathroom which is very nice. Kitchen and bathrooms are not in photos and are original but worked well and not an issue for our stay. Recommend heating the pool/hot tub in cooler months. Beach towels and cart provided by hosts. Recommend renting wet suits for surfing.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine L.

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

Perfect La Jolla Shores stay

Jennifer's house is perfect for a family get-together. Very well equipped, fabulous views/sunsets. The pool and hot tub were wonderful. Easy access to beach for walks, wildlife, kayaking etc. Everything San Diego has to offer within half an hour or so in a car. The perfect base for a memorable holiday. Would love to go again.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Albert W.

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

Wonderful House & Property

Perfect for a family vacation Exceeded our expectations in almost every way.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristin W.

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

Fantastic find!

We had a wonderful week of family reunion with this as our home base. Seven adults and one infant had plenty of space. People enjoyed the comfortable living areas with views of the ocean and La Jolla, the private pool and hot tub, and the plentiful outdoor patio seating. The kitchen was well-stocked so we could cook and eat in. Pool toys were also provided, and plenty of bedding and towels. Jennifer was a great hostess, always communicating quickly and helpfully. We're so grateful that we were able to stay at this home!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Fallon R.

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

Incredible views, perfect family vacation spot

This place was truly special. We got our family together here to celebrate my moms 60th and everyone was just so happy with the views, the amazing pool and hot tub, the spaciousness, all of the little kid friendly amenities. The hostess was a pleasure to communicate with. We did have a couple of things break and she had someone out by the next day to repair them. The house is really cool and retro, but super clean and nice. It’s a quiet cup-de-sec and a walk from the beach. Easy drive from airport, to zoos and right by the aquarium. We were afraid the pool would be too cold, but it was perfect and the fence around the pool was amazing since we had little ones and idk what we would have done without it. The pool house was filled with floats and chairs and a wagon, they had everything we could need, all you need to do is do a grocery store run and you’re set for the week. I wish we could have stayed longer. Watching the sun set over the ocean from the front yard every night was my favorite part of our vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peter H.

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

Great stay, again

We returned to stay here again, after having been away for four years. It was excellent to stay at this wonderful property again that is so expertly hosted by Jennifer.
Stayed 12 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie C.

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

Great location with plenty of space for all!

Perfect size, amenity fit and location for a family vacation for nephew's graduation. Pool, hot tub, close to the beach and everything you'll need for your stay. Would definitely stay again and recommend to others.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Isabel W., Portland, OR

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

Immaculately clean house in gorgeous location

We loved this house. The en suite tile bathrooms were charming; the quiet location at the end of the cul-de-sac and the incredible views with nightly sunsets made our stay. The little town of La Jolla Shores is lovely. Jennifer was great about communication and the check-in and checkout processes were seamless.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Samantha F.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

la jolla is the best

we had a great time at Jennifer's place. Everything was as described and if there was an issue, it was fixed so fast.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Angela G.

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

Perfect La Jolla location

This house is in a terrific location and has all the amenities you could possibly ask for. Our kids loved the pool and the hot tub and the adults loved the peacefulness of the property and the gorgeous sunset views from all the windows. Our host communicated was very responsive and had great recommendations. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie H.

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

Enjoyable summer paradise

We had a fantastic time at this location. It was easy to walk down to the ocean and many local restaurants. We paid to have the pool heated which was an excellent choice. Also included was a hot tub for relaxation each evening. We enjoyed our time and hope to return.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Pam Y., Sacramento

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

Perfect place for a family stay and great location!

Spacious house with all the amenities! Loved the fact that we had comfortable beds and all had our own bathrooms with bathtubs for the our granddaughters. The house is great for little kids to run around in with toys, games, big screen TV and large pool that they loved! Beautiful sunset views of the ocean from the front living room and dining room picture windows!! Easily able to walk to restaurants and beach. Only downside was variable temperatures throughout the house- warm in the kitchen and dining room but cold in the bedrooms…hard to get them consistent. But it’s an old house…charming , classic mid century and well maintained. Jennifer responded promptly to the few questions we had. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Theresa H.

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

Great family vacation spot. We could not have been more pleased

Jennifer was helpful answered all my txt in a timely manner and also very helpful with the few questions we had when we got here. It was a good experience
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael D.

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

Beautiful home with a stunning view

My family and I really enjoyed our stay in this gorgeous home. The manager responded to all of our questions beforehand and during the stay. Everything worked well (including the pool) and the location was ideal. Two thumbs up!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tim F.

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

Loved the house and the location

The house was perfect for our family of 6. Such fantastic views from the family room and enjoyable walks to the beach and La Jolla Shores shops and restaurants. The pool and hot tub were also a wonderful bonus. Jennifer is also auper responsive and easy to work with.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tom H.

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

La Jolla Holiday

Everything about the house and the location (5 minutes from the beach) was a great fit for our family during our Thanksgiving stay. Yes, admittedly the house is old (built in the 50's), but it was clean and quaint and was perfect for our family of 5 adults, 2 teens, and a toddler with a large living room and dining room (we had all of our meals in) and four bedrooms. We never felt like we were running into each other. Jennifer, the owner, met us on the first day and was very welcoming and very comprehensive in her tour of the house. She was also very responsive to some questions we had during our stay. All in all it was a great place, ideal location, and a wonderful week. Thanks Jennifer!!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2021

About the host

Hosted by Jennifer M.

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We are a local La Jolla family who loves the beach and all that La Jolla and Greater San Diego has to offer. We live in town and are here to answer any questions about your stay. Please feel free to call Jennifer for vacation planning ideas.

Why they chose this property

Relax, slow down and enjoy! This is a perfect home to sit and enjoy the views, read a book by the pool, or take a walk to the beach! Short driving distance to Scripps Birch Aquarium, Del Mar Racetrack, Sea World, San Diego Zoo, the Natural History Museum, Legoland, The Wild Animal Park and all the biking, kayaking surfing you can imagine! There's something for everyone here!

What makes this property unique

Sunset Cottage is a very special home that harkens back to a more relaxed place in time. With vintage kitchen cabinets and original wood paneling, you can truly enjoy the history of this beautiful home. Located at the end of a quiet cup-de-sac, Sunset Cottage offers a quiet, peaceful place to get away from it all - yet you are just minutes from the beach, golf, town and wonderful shops and restaurants.

Languages:

English

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