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Best Spot in Carlsbad! Private Yard, Ocean View, Walk to beach.

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2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 474 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Carlsbad, CA
  • Place, Carlsbad State Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Tamarack Beach
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Carlsbad Lagoon
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Airport, Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar)
    ‪12 min drive‬

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About the area

Carlsbad

With a stay at this vacation home in Carlsbad (North Beach), you'll be a 1-minute drive from Carlsbad State Beach and 8 minutes from LEGOLAND® California. .This vacation home is 3.2 mi (5.1 km) from Flower Fields of Carlsbad and 5.1 mi (8.2 km) from Oceanside Beach.
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What's nearby

  • Carlsbad State Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Tamarack Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Carlsbad Lagoon - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Holiday Park - 3 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Magee Park - 3 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • Carlsbad Poinsettia Station - 7 min drive
  • Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Village Kitchen & Pie Shoppe - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Pizza Port Brewing Company - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Board & Brew - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Best Spot in Carlsbad! Private Yard, Ocean View, Walk to beach.

NO PETS PLEASE- this home is no longer pet friendly. Thank-you!

Enjoy spectacular ocean and lagoon views from this extraordinarily relaxing & serene home-away-from-home at the beach. Locals call it, 'The Best Spot in Carlsbad.'
. . . would you like to know WHY???

#1. We have beautiful unobstructed panoramic white water views of the ocean, inside the house and out!

#2. We are just a short walk to the beach. A scenic trail to the beach starts just a few steps from the house.

#3. We are in a great location, on a quite residential neighborhood with little traffic.

#4. We have a beautifully landscaped grassy yard looking out to the ocean. Enjoy the ocean while dining on the patio, sunbathing in the yard, or sitting around the fire pit with a beverage at sunset.

#5. We are close to everything! 10 minutes to Legoland; 30 minutes to Seaward; 35 minutes to San Diego Zoo; 45 minute to Wild Animal Park; 1:15 hour to Disneyland;

Your home-away-from home at the beach is fully equipped, and features lovely views of the ocean, with plenty of outdoor space for the children to play and the adults to relax. You will enjoy comfortable beds, a well-stocked kitchen, plenty of off-street parking, WIFI, private laundry facilities, a grassy yard with patio furnished for outdoor dining and lounging, a propane grill, a fire-ring. Beach chairs, towels, umbrellas, boogey boards, beach toys and coolers are provided, along with all your linens and basic kitchen supplies.

And it's sparkling clean!

Pelicans, egrets, seagulls, and great blue herons will point the way as you follow the short and easy scenic trail from the property to the beach (about a block-and-a-half).

In the evening, enjoy the view of the magnificent sunset over the Pacific and the graceful flight of many sea birds, while you cook dinner on the grill. If you've brought children, there's plenty of room for them to play, and you can relax while the kids play in the yard.

Stroll, bike, or rollerblade a few blocks up the coast to the "village" for lunch. Explore the small shops, boutiques, antique stores and cafes. There are many excellent restaurants, and If you in the mood for romantic evening out, one of Carlsbad's best ocean view restaurants is just three blocks from your home.

Carlsbad Premium Outlets mall - a five minute drive away - is a shopper's paradise. But remember to save some energy for tomorrow . . .

Will it be surf lessons, sunbathing, or golf, the Zoo, the Wild Animal Park, Sea World, Legoland, Old Town, Balboa Park, jet skiing, deep sea fishing, The Lagoon Discovery Center, Disneyland, or . . . Just RELAXING at the BEST SPOT IN CARLSBAD!
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private balcony or patio. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Conveniences include a coffee/tea maker and a washing machine.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Patio
  • Yard

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking allowed outside only.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 800 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:

Load and start the dishwasher

Strip any used beds and gather used towels

Remove personal items and take out the trash

Turn off the lights and return the keys

Please make sure heating and conditioning is turned OFF, and please leave keys on the kitchen island, thank-you!

Trash goes out on the curb SUNDAY night for collection on MONDAY. If you are here Sunday, please take the bins to the curb, and bring them back to the driveway after. Thank-you!

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number BLRE1243280

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Best Spot in Carlsbad! Ocean View Steps to Beach Yard Pets OK!

Best Spot in Carlsbad! Private Yard, Ocean View, Walk to beach. Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 73 out of 91 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 91 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 91 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 91 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 91 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

April H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely beautiful home in the best location!! Would definitely stay again!!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026

8/10 Good

zehra k.

Liked: Cleanliness
Pictures about property was matching the house. It was clean, and it was a nice neighborhood. Check in was easy and the view is amazing however the first day we arrived at the house some truck parked right in front of the house when we were about the watch the sunset from the lawn but could not. The guy was in the car and did not bother to move for hours. This happened on 3 days, it was the same guy. If you book this property I would suggest you park your car in front of the house so no one else does. Other than this issue, we did not encounter any problems. It has a lawn with amazing views. I wish they had 4 outdoor lounge chairs instead of 2. Property had ocean toys washer and dryer. A/C was in a weird location at the house that it did not warm up the house at night. Overall it is a nice place to enjoy with family.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location and view

Great location and view. My only recommendation would be to get a different bed and mattress
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rene J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy Ocean View Bungalow

This was our second stay. Great location and big fenced yard for our little dog. Really enjoy the outdoor gas firepit and lagoon walking trail right out front.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy M.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Renee V., Rancho Mirage, California

Liked: Cleanliness

uncomfortable beds🛌

The location of this VRBO is great. You are close to everything. You have views of the ocean and the trail entrance to lagoon is in front of the house. The host is very responsive and accommodating. The only advice we had was get better beds. The beds are horrible and our stay was horrible because no one got a good nights rest. I am not sure why places that rent don’t invest in good beds. It would make this place so much more valuable! Also, small items stocked in the home would have been nice…for example coffee! That would have been a nice touch. House in need of repair and sparse in supplies which is why having a cozy bed would have been so nice! I would say great location but overshadowed by way uncommon beds.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Tim M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect as expected

The description of the property was spot on. We were so happy. Very convenient, within walking distance to restaurants and shops. Nice view of the ocean and the yard was perfect for our dogs. We’re looking forward to staying here again soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

James F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Golf outing

2nd year there and better than the 1st. Clean, neat, affordable, fantastic view. The only issue (Which is very minimal) the grass was overgrown and leaves on the yard. Definitely plan on staying there again next year!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chip S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Long Layover in Carlsbad

Stayed in Carlsbad for an extended layover from ATL to Kona to visit with friends. I previously lived in Carlsbad and knew this spot would be a perfect location to reconnect with old friends and visit my favorite spots. Great location if you know the area, easy beach access. Simply property - nothing fancy but clean and has everything you need for a short stay. Amazing sunset/Ocean views. Looking forward to staying again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great spot in Carlsbad to explore

Loved the location. My teenagers loved walking to the beach. Easy access to and from the freeway. Loved sitting on the porch at night with a drink.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leigh M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Love it here

Our second time staying here. Perfectly located, walking distance to beach, quiet. Beds are good, great yard for dogs.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cesar H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Incredible views

We really loved the views and the ease to the beach. It has a beautiful fenced in side yard that’s great for dogs to wander. It was clean and comfortable. My suggestion would be to update the kitchen. There is little room to prepare and store food. Other than that a great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

AZ Attorney

Liked: Cleanliness

Definitely the BEST location!

Absolutely loved this property. We spent most of our time outside relaxing in the yard - sometimes around the fire pit. We also loved walking the trail system that circles the lagoon that is right by the property. The house had everything we needed and was well appointed. I had trouble opening the door - my fault! and the host responded very promptly. No other issues at all. The most relaxing trip. I am already trying to see when we can come back. Thank you!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Affordable slice of paradise

Everything was as advertised. Even better in person. We had a great time and enjoyed the yard and the location is only a 25 minute walk to the heart of Carlsbad. 5 minute walk to Tamarack beach and with the included parking pass it was perfect for our family of 4. It’s at the end of a dead end street which people do park along the road throughout the day. It doesn’t really interfere with the view and the front yard is landscaped very well so it feels very cozy and private. It was quiet even on cinco de mayo holiday. As far as the home goes we kept all the windows open and the breeze was perfect. Big mirrors in the bedrooms and has good hot water for showering and kitchen was fully stocked and clean. TV was nice for evening movies and even though we didn’t use the fire pit or grill it was nice to have. We will definitely look into staying here again. Neighbors were quiet snd there are so many trees and shrubs covering the property it felt super private. We loved it however the main queen bed was very firm for us. Depends on your liking…
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heidi H., Eagan, MN

Liked: Cleanliness

Gorgeous, private, easy access to beach

Beautiful, well kept home. We enjoyed sitting out in the yard taking in views of the lagoon and ocean and watching happy dogs and their owners start their walks down the trail. House had everything we needed and we would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colleen F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place, great view

We loved the location overlooking the lagoon (and ocean beyond) and being steps away from a hiking trail. The house was clean, comfortable and had great amenities (like the outdoor fireplace and outdoor seating). We would stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Breanna H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing views

This is a great property. We loved the view of the ocean every morning and evening. It was very close to the beach, and we walked most of the time. The drive was 2 minutes and easy also. The BBQ was very nice and easy to use so it made outdoor dinners the thing to do. I would recommend bringing an extension cord so you can plug into the outlet in the main bedroom. My phone cord was too short. I also thought the main bed was on the harder side, but I like soft beds so it’s really an individual preference. We loved our stay and would absolutely love to stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lyn F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Soul searchin bday happiness hikin'talk with grown children

Small cottage 2bd 1 bath..perfect for 2 with dog or children..clean opened windows,fresh ocean air, along Lagoon an path to Hwy crossin to bch,few blks down from Carlsbad Village, quiet with great neighbors, on a dead end street.GREAT BEDS!! SO important! Thanku!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Calif get away

Great location! Yard is excellent for dog. Grill and firepit were easy to use and nice to have. Very comfortable house.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rene J.

Liked: Cleanliness

California Bungalow with a View

Great location. Our little dog loved the fenced in yard and the lagoon path that starts out the front door. Outdoor space with gas firepit, bbq, table with umbrella and lounge chairs madee for relaxing afternoons. Amazing lagoon and ocean views. Hope to return.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Location, location, location

This small home is truly walking distance to the beach and the boardwalk into Carlsbad. It is on a cul de sac, so very quiet, except for the few sounds from the passing trains.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Rosie C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Needs updatering

Beautiful view. House needs repairing.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

James F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Purgatory

I spent 3 weeks looking for a rental and kept coming back to this. Upon arrival, it was more than what was imagined! My family and friends we're so ecstatic with the location & view.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023