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Boasting stunning ocean views and alfresco seating, this guest suite is just six blocks from the Sunset Cliffs coastline. Powered by eco-friendly solar power and Tesla batteries, you'll be entirely off the grid here. Children under 8 aren't permitted due to the lack of railings and the large staircase to the front door, but small families with babies or older children will feel right at home. Beach towels, chairs, umbrellas, and a boogie board are provided to prepare you for beach trips, with plenty of parking space outside. The homeowners live upstairs, but you'll have your own private entrance and won't need to worry about bumping into them.

The Ocean's Calling

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Courtyard

Perfect for a coastal family getaway, this home boasts enviable views across La Jolla Shores beach. With two living rooms and all five bedrooms offering en-suites, there’s plenty of space for the whole family to spread out and relax here – we particularly love the upstairs family room, with ocean views and doors onto the terrace to enjoy a spot of sunshine over a glass of wine. With a modern, well-equipped kitchen, rustling up a meal is a breeze, but if you don’t fancy cooking, a stroll along the main street will take you to a great selection of eateries. 

The Ocean's Smile

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Perched on a bluff overlooking the Pacific, this home offers spectacular panoramas of crashing waves and the area's famous Bird Rock. The sleek interior doesn't disappoint, either – although the floor-to-ceiling windows guarantee the scenery is always front and centre. We love the enclosed courtyard, with its outdoor fireplace, hot tub and TV screen, and the single-level layout makes socialising a dream. But our favourite spot is by far the oceanfront main bedroom – nothing beats waking up to coastal views each morning. When you're ready to explore, you'll find a few cafes and restaurants nearby, but for more options, make the short drive to La Jolla Village. Beach-wise, Pacific Beach, Windansea and Mission beaches are also within driving distance.

Mossflower

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Located just north of San Diego and within sight of the Pacific Ocean, this charming suburban home in La Jolla is ideally laid out for an extended family get-together. While the interior may lack some wow factor, its rooftop terrace perfectly complements the area's gorgeous warm weather. The proximity to the beach is a real bonus here too - the nearest is a five-minute walk, while further along you'll find many more. And if you are travelling with family, the San Diego Zoo and Legoland are just a short drive away.

Rockin' in the Roundabout

Sound System

Single-Level Home

Hammock

Outdoor Bathtub

Outdoor Shower

Perfect for getaways with friends, this Spanish-style home can be found in San Diego’s Mountain View neighbourhood. It’s close to the action, seven minutes from Downtown, and with Balboa Park eight minutes away. The beach is only twelve minutes away – your host can set up a bonfire with s’mores – what a way to kick off your stay. The house is cosy and comfortable, with a lush garden equipped with hammocks, sofas, and a dining table, and a beautiful living and kitchen space inside. There’s even a beautiful clawfoot tub in the garden, should you fancy a starlit soak. 

Sunny San Diego

Games Console

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A fun-filled stay awaits at this San Diego home. From family celebrations to getaways with friends, it's packed with things to keep you entertained – board games, a hot tub, and even a karaoke machine. We also love the design. It's the perfect blend of old and new, marrying Victorian character with all the comforts of modern living. The outdoor space is a real highlight – it's the ideal setting for evening tipples – while the main bathroom has a clawfoot tub, which is the epitome of relaxation. Even better is the location. San Diego's world-class eateries, beaches, and attractions are all just a short drive away.

Pacific Tranquillity

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This home is the ideal place to stay for a group of friends or family looking to explore San Diego. It's just ten minutes by car from downtown and the world-famous San Diego Zoo and about a fifteen-minute drive from the beach. Style-wise, the design is influenced by mid-century modern – think Bauhaus and Rothko prints on the walls, a vinyl record player in the lounge, and a retro gaming console in the third bedroom. Outside, a private patio creates the perfect setting to relax and unwind after your adventures. The cherry on top is the heated stock tank pool, great for a sunset dip.

Modern Retro

Shared Pool

Sauna

Swimming Pool

Welcome Hamper

If you’re in search of a blissful beachside escape, this apartment delivers a refreshing solution. Nestled on the picturesque cliffs of Solana Beach, you’ll have direct access to the shoreline as well as a community swimming pool, hot tub and sauna. There are two private patios for drinks and alfresco dining, while the living room provides a cosy spot to switch off and unwind. Remote workers will appreciate the desks in the bedrooms, while everyone can enjoy exploring this fantastic location. From here, it’s a short walk to Fletcher cove, while the restaurants, cafes and shops of Cedros Avenue are just a five-minute stroll away. 

California Coastal Retreat

This sunny San Diego home gives you a taste of the Californian lifestyle. Literally minutes from the beach, you'll have views of the blue ocean, the vibrant cityscape, and the iconic leafy palm trees. Wake up leisurely, make a pot of coffee and relax on one of the balconies, prettily framed by palm trees and hot pink bougainvillea. The interiors are understated and simple, with big cushiony sofas to stretch out on, an elegant long dining table, and a kitchen equipped with all you need to cook from scratch. Considering typical Cali weather and the amount of outside space this home has, you probably won't spend too much time inside. Next to the beach, close to the city, with a pretty roof terrace - this home is ideal for a fun-packed getaway.

Fuschia Palms

Ping Pong Table

Espresso Machine

Step onto the terrace of this smart condo in Pacific Beach, and you'll be able to spot all the landmarks you plan to visit during your trip. From Mission Bay to the glittering downtown skyline and the distant peaks of Mt Soledad, there are fantastic views across all of San Diego. You'll find bikes, boogie boards and surf boards ready for adventures on sandy Pacific beach – the water is just three blocks away. After a busy day exploring, cook some dinner in the slick kitchen as you chat over a glass of wine and make plans for the following day. Put your feet up on the sofa and settle in for a movie night, or head onto the master bedroom's private balcony to enjoy the last of the sunshine in perfect peace. 

Saltwater Breeze

Bicycles

A few blocks away from Pacific beach, this home provides surfboards, boogie boards, cruiser bikes and all that you need to conquer the waves. Even if you decide to stay in, you're not cut off from the action: the rooftop overlooks San Diego and fireworks at Sea World on the right day. The master suite is equipped with a kitchenette and plenty of communal spaces to hang out in, so catching up with friends and family indoors is an ideal way to pass an evening. Once the sun goes down, step out to explore the nearby restaurants, serving everything from sushi to tacos.

Mellow Breeze

Seaside tranquillity is what you'll find at this lovely condo, located minutes away from Mission Bay. It's decked out in relaxing grey, white and turquoise hues that mirror the views of the waterfront – you'll hardly be able to tear your eyes away from the huge windows in the living room. It's quite compact, but this home is in a great location for active holidays on the South California coast. Take a paddle board to the surf – there’s one provided – or cycle along the peninsula using one of the free bikes. If you need a rest, take a moment to pause on the golden sands of South Mission Beach and soak up the rays. Back at home you can soak your muscles in the shared spa pool, before refuelling with a barbecue on the beach or a bite from one of nearby Mission Boulevard's hip cafés. 

Channel Strand

Sun worshippers and surf enthusiasts will love the location of this one. Just moments from Law Street Beach, you can watch the waves crashing from your home – that's how close to the ocean you'll be. There are three large and comfortable bedrooms, and one bunk room, making this an ideal spot for a family or a group of friends with children. Plus, the open-plan setup makes it a great space for socialising, playing games or simply lounging together. Outside there's a dining area, gas barbecue and fire pit, and it's just a few steps away from the little grassy park on the bluff, overlooking the beach. The sunset from here is incredible.

Surfside

This chic home has the most incredible views of La Jolla and its pure blue skies, studded with leafy palm trees. With two super king-size bedrooms, there'll be no need to draw straws, though the mega modern four-poster bed does make for a special sanctuary. This home is perfect for a group of friends or a small family looking to get some peace and quiet, or at least some time away from city life. Relax on the terrace with your group in the balmy evenings, and be sure to regularly top up your glass with chilled local wine. Moments away from La Jolla's Windansea Beach and Big Rock Reef, we can guarantee the beautiful setting will take your breath away.

The Tide

Picture-perfect from start to finish, this beach cottage is just a few steps away from the sandy shore of La Jolla Cove. The living room is decorated with wicker furniture and nautical touches, with four skylights making it a perfect spot to relax in a sunbeam and watch the sea swell from your window. The bedroom is equally relaxing, with a comfortable bed and a flat screen TV for lazy evenings; your only trouble will be deciding which beach to visit and which La Jolla Village restaurant to try next. This home is best suited for two people, but if you wanted to bring some friends or children, the sofa bed in the living area offers two additional sleep options.

Cabin Fever

Just steps from the sandy beach, this home is something the whole family will remember. With breathtaking views from almost every angle, a garden and a stunning patio, it’s the perfect spot for a relaxing beach break. Inside, we’re talking vaulted ceilings and exposed wood beams for a real beach house feel, and each bedroom has its own en-suite and access to an outside space – be it a balcony or the rear terrace. Facing the ocean, there’s a perfect outdoor dining area and barbecue, so you can enjoy warm evenings outdoors together, and there’s a lovely pool and spa. Best of all, you’ll have your own private access steps down to the gorgeous stretch of sand between Windansea Beach and Marine Street Beach. If you're travelling with a golf fan, Torrey Pines Golf Course is a short drive away, and San Diego Zoo is a great day out if you’re traveling with children.

Seashells by the Sea Shore

With its whitewashed, clapboard exterior, giant palm trees swaying in the garden and elegant, blue furnishings, this 1930s home screams laidback beach living - and that's before we've ever started on the ocean views. A block away from the sea and a short walk to La Jolla, inside this charming home you'll find a cosy, open-plan living/dining area with warm wooden floors and a wooden ceiling, plus a gorgeous bay window looking out across at the water. The master bedroom has one of those too, as well as elegant bedding and seriously comfortable bed. But it's the location that's the star of the show here. As well as the beach and La Jolla town, you're also within striking distance of the spectacular ecological reserve, La Jolla Cove. The water here is extraordinarily clear, and on a good day you can see more than 30km. So get your snorkel ready and dive on in.

Sea Bass Cove

Imagine waking up to the sound of crashing waves as a sea breeze drifts into your bedroom. Luckily, that can quite easily become a reality when staying at this modern home just moments from Mission Beach Park. Fitted with four bedrooms, one of which is best suited for children, this is a great spot for a large family or a group of friends with children to get together and spend a relaxing trip on San Diego's white, sandy beaches. 

Beach Republic

Safe

Prepare to be left speechless by the view as you open up the 32-foot retractable sliding doors to soak up the ocean breeze at this beachfront home. With glass walls offering unobstructed views of the beach and boardwalk, you'll be awestruck from the moment you arrive. The open concept kitchen is perfect for entertaining, with its sleek counters, polished stainless steel accents and imported stone flooring. Though it's not the biggest space, the floor plan has been cleverly designed to include a cool dining nook and plush living area, and a quick slide of the glazed frontage makes the space immediately double in size. With the soft, powdery sand of the beach literally on your doorstep, we doubt you'll want to go far. But if you do, you'll find an array of shops, restaurants and bars just a stone's throw away. 

My Blue Ocean

Perfectly positioned on the famous Mission Beach boardwalk, this location is hard to beat if you’re looking to stay right on the waterfront. With cosy private terraces and an outdoor grill area that invites you to dine alfresco while you breathe in the fresh sea air, it's the outside areas of this home that steal the show (though the inside is just as well executed). Warm and welcoming, you'll find wood-panelled ceilings and expansive windows that allow you to enjoy the Pacific Ocean views from almost every angle – a true paradise. The white powdery sand is just steps away, and within two blocks, you'll discover an array of watersport rentals, restaurants, markets and beach boutiques. 

My Blue Wave

Shaded by towering tropical trees, the best way to start the day is with the salty sea breeze in your hair here. Sun-soaked and earthy, we love the feel of this home. And it gets better. Just a few footsteps take you straight to South Mission Beach, where you have amazing restaurants, bars, and markets at your fingertips. While the beach is hard to tear yourself away from, we'd spare some time to explore nearby golf courses, shops, and the good old Giant Dipper Roller Coaster at the Belmont Amusement Park – all just a short walk away. At the end of the day, you can return to your modern-Victorian home for a soak in the tub and a barbecue in the private courtyard.  

My Blue Breeze

Steps away from the water, Briarford can offer you all the delights of the San Diego seaside. There are all sorts of activities to keep you busy, from paddle-boarding in the bay to hopping on a sailing boat, or just having a cocktail under the shade of the trees in the garden. The interior is comfortable, with decent amenities, but honestly, this home is all about the location, and on that front, it’s hard to beat.


Briarford

This incredible beachfront penthouse is the stuff of dreams. Truly leave behind city stresses in a modern apartment sitting on the famous white and sandy beaches of San Diego. You'll have breathtaking sweeping sea views from almost every angle, the beach is your backyard, and the monochrome and warm wood interiors are simple and modern for your convenience and comfort. Prepare a fresh and zingy salade niçoise in the sunny kitchen with vaulted, glass ceilings or simply throw your favourite meat and vegetables on the barbecue for alfresco dinners. You'll be a short distance from Belmont Park - San Diego's historic amusement park - for some quintessential Californian culture, but we won't blame you if you just want to surf and sunbathe all day and night on your trip in the sun.

Ride The Waves

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With direct access to Windansea Beach, this home makes the perfect setting for a laid-back coastal escape. You’ll be welcomed by beautiful views across La Jolla, a heated swimming pool and plenty of space to relax both inside and out. The host has also provided beach essentials and two cruiser bikes – a great way to explore the coast. And while it’s the ideal grown-up retreat, it’s also family-friendly with bunk beds for children and a pool fence available on request. For adventures further afield, it’s just a five-minute drive to La Jolla’s main attractions. 

Pacific Spirit

Spread across two apartments, this two-storey Coronado Island home is ideal for two families travelling together, or a multi-generational reunion. The living spaces and kitchens on both floors let you spend some time with those closest to you, while the garden and alfresco area allow you to come together and enjoy the sun. We're particularly fond of the location – you're a stroll away from two white sandy beaches here – considered some of the country's best. One looks out across San Diego Bay, and the other is perfect for catching the sunset over the Pacific. As a bonus, the home also houses its own fleet of cruiser bikes – mount your steeds and explore the local area in style.


The Paintbrush

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Gated Community

Sophisticated yet comfortable, this resort-style home is sure to impress. It’s in the city of Encinitas, close to the beach but far enough away from the hustle and bustle to make for a relaxing base. We love the outside space, which boasts a salt-water pool and spa, along with a Gas Viking barbecue and an authentic pizza oven. Best of all, there are numerous lovely spots to enjoy the sunset from. Inside, there’s plenty of space for everyone to gather together, but there are cosy corners too. If you’re anything like us, you’ll love the elegant en-suites – particularly the one with a dreamy garden-view tub. 

Hummingbird Dawn

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