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Adorable Octopus Hideaway: 2 min walk to the beach!

Family-friendly vacation home in Del Mar with a water park

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Beach nearby
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
Interior
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedroomsSleeps 4800 sq ft

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Del Mar, CA
  • Place, Del Mar Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Del Mar Fairgrounds
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Del Mar Racetrack
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪25 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Del Mar

Del Mar Beach is within a 5-minute walk of this vacation home while other popular sites like Del Mar Racetrack are within a mile (2 km). The vacation home includes a kitchen, a balcony, and a fenced private yard.
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What's nearby

  • Del Mar Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Del Mar Fairgrounds - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Del Mar Plaza - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Del Mar Racetrack - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Torrey Pines State Beach - 6 min drive - 3.3 miles

Getting around

  • Solana Beach Station - 8 min drive
  • Sorrento Valley Station - 13 min drive
  • Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪San Diego County Fair Beer Garden - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Clubhouse Terrace @ Del Mar Racetrack - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Charlie Whittingham Sports Pub - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Jake's Del Mar - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Brigantine - ‬13 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

Adorable Octopus Hideaway: 2 min walk to the beach!

THINGS TO LOVE
- NEWLY REMODELED! 2024
- Easy 2 minute walk to the beach
- No through traffic, on a cul de sac
- Family-friendly property with beach gear and toys
- Enclosed outdoor space with BBQ
- Work-friendly internet and Wi-Fi
- If your property is available for early check-in, we will text you on your arrival date

THINGS TO KNOW
- Shared laundry, garage and beach gear with front cottage (duplex)
- Pet-friendly, but please do not leave dogs at home to bark
- Please buy travel insurance if your plans may change within 30 days of arrival

ABOUT US
- Brenda is an engineer and mother of four
- Our small team lives nearby in Solana Beach, Encinitas, and Carlsbad
- Our team REALLY cares with more than 4000 5-star reviews across all platforms
- Find us at BeachHausRentals (dot you-know-what) and save

THE DEEP DIVE
All BeachHauses are engineered for simple, easy living. All BeachHauses feature self check-in and check-out. They're stocked with beach toys, beach towels, bath towels, laundry detergent, shampoo, conditioner, olive oil, and cooking-ready kitchens.

The Octopus Hideaway is an easy two-minute walk to the beach. We're not kidding: you may find this little bungalow duplex so charming that it's hard to leave. But the joy lies in its proximity to the beach: two minutes by foot, through a charming neighborhood and without a care in the world. So load up the house wagon with our beach toys and yours if you want, then dip in the ocean and relax into the sand. Come back to this charming spot--our first BeachHaus, but recently updated (end of 2023)--and know that you're in good hands and among friends in North County San Diego.

Easy-going eclectic neighborhood near Del Mar
- Let your dog play at Dog Beach & enjoy the volleyball courts too
- Go to the Del Mar racetrack and fairgrounds nearby
- Eat and shop in charming downtown Del Mar
- Enjoy a family walk on the Coast to Crest Trail

Feel at home in our beloved North County
- We can recommend local photographers and full-sized crib rental
- Discounts at local YogaSix studio
- Swanky shopping nearby in the Cedros Design District
- Hiking, parks, and beaches galore
- Del Mar racetrack and fairgrounds nearby
- Disneyland, San Diego Zoo, Legoland, and SeaWorld all around an hour away

House Rules:
* No parties or events
* Dogs can not be left home alone to bark and disturb the neighbors
* No smoking
* Be a good neighbor
* Quiet hours 10:00P-8:00A
* Please wash off the sand after the beach
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fenced private yard, and a coffee maker.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Outdoor shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours 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
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours 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
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 800 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

No parties or events. No smoking anywhere on property. Be a good neighbor. Quiet hours 10:00P -8:00A. Please wash off the sand after the
beach. Guest is required to sign the rental agreement and agree to the house rules. Minimum age required is 25.
Only dogs allowed as pets. Do not leave dog home to bark.

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Dogs can not be left home alone to bark

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

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
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 fire extinguisher, 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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 25

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is there to do near this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Del Mar, a short 5-minute walk from Del Mar Beach and also 19 minutes on foot from Del Mar Racetrack. You'll also find Del Mar Fairgrounds and Solana Beach less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at this vacation home?

Yes, there is a garage.

Is this vacation home next to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

What do couples enjoy most about Adorable Octopus Hideaway: 2 min walk to the beach!?

Couples staying at this vacation home will appreciate amenities like a kitchen and a smart TV as well as a garden.

Are there hot tubs at Adorable Octopus Hideaway: 2 min walk to the beach!?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home offer breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.

Are there connecting rooms at this vacation home?

No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar), which is 15.6 mi away (26 minutes by car). Another top airport is San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field), which is located 16.8 mi away (29-minute drive).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Adorable Octopus Hideaway: 2 min walk to the beach!?

Yes, every accommodation at Adorable Octopus Hideaway: 2 min walk to the beach! comes with a balcony.

Adorable Octopus Hideaway: 2 min walk to the beach! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 127 out of 137 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 137 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 137 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 137 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 137 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jim T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean. Good location .
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zachary F., Los Angeles, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute place, right by the beach, nice and clean, just what we signed up for.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Shawni L.

Liked: Cleanliness
The property itself was great! Only issue was the bed wasn’t super comfortable. Location was good but the property management gave us the wrong information about dogs being allowed on the beach. Our entire trip was planned just to take our dogs to the beach for the first time and when I asked them about it they said they were allowed on a leash at the beach across the street, and off leash at the dog beach. We found out the day we got there as we were walking our dogs that they are only allowed on the dog beach and have to be on a leash. Management was apologetic then tried to blame me for not doing my own research. Had we known we would have made other arrangements.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natalie Z.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing

Adorable little home, had everything very clean and cute. Would stay again happily
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erin C.

Liked: Cleanliness

We loved staying at the Octopus Hideaway!

They had all of the beach gear we needed and are a quick walk down to the sand. We loved the luscious plants in the backyard and of course the 2 bedrooms. Perfect space for our family of 4!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice place!

Beautiful little apartment with a killer location just a block from the beach. Del Mar is a cozy little town as well. Would 100% recommend. Perfect for a family of 4.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Mary E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful Getaway!

This home was just what my family needed during our spring break! The owners were communicative and friendly. They also had a little gift for my twin 7-year olds! The home is clean and comfortable. We loved drinking our coffee in the garden every morning. The beach is a quick 5-minute walk and perfect if you have a dog. The home is located in between Carlsbad (Legoland) and San Diego (we went to the zoo and Seaport Village). We hope to stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ed S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful beach property

Beautiful property and great location.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Noelle G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Gorgeous and convenient

A perfect stay! Beds were so comfortable. The coffee was amazing. Pristine accommodations. Would absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Russ W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Little Beach House

Tucked in the back, nicely fenced with astroturf and well maintained gardens. It was perfect for a few days at the beach with our pups.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarag

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great place!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

keith r.

Liked: Cleanliness

ABSOLUTELY PERFECT IN EVERY WAY

Our family (me, wife, dog) needed a reprieve from the AZ heat and this was the perfect escape. The home is everything that listed / shown and more. I was really impressed with ample closet space, having the dog beach so close, and how every amenity the home offered was right at your fingertips. We 100% want to stay here again asap.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

DEFNE O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful tresure

We really enjoyed staying at the Octopus Hideaway. Such a tasteful decoration and so useful amenities… Great location. We were able to take long walks on tje beach. Really enjoyed our stay. One suggestion would be to have more light options for different corners of the garden. It would have been more enjoayble and possible to have dinner outside
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place

This is a nice property: super clean and well-managed. The host responded to every question at Olympic speed. Perfect location for the beach. Great size for a couple or a small family. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Get away weekend

Cute cottage! We stayed in the back unit which was quiet and had a lovely little garden! It was just right for us and our dogs! Walkable to shops, restaurants and beach!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

todd i.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect!

Everything was perfect! Can't wait to go back
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maureen C.

Liked: Cleanliness

UCSD Graduation!

Very pleased with this perfect get away spot!! So wonderful to sit out on the patio, smell the jasmine and listen to the birds sing! Everything was clean and beautifully placed. The beach items available in the garage made our stay more enjoyable and less hectic. Thank you for your outstanding hospitality and top notch professionalism! Refreshing!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eve M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautifully appointed private haven

Thoughtful design, privacy, safe and comfortable. Cozy 'cottage' is literally 2-minute walk from best dog friendly beach in Del Mar. Prompt and attentive management response to questions. A sweet little getaway!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennie S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect stay!

My husband and I rented the cottage for PLNU Parents Weekend. We even had our son stay to get a break from dorm life. While it is a little drive from PLNU we still enjoyed it. Del Mar is beautiful. The cottage is in a wonderful neighborhood and had all you need for cooking or just relaxing. Beds and pillows were very comfortable. The backyard is charming. On our last full day we walked across the street to enjoy some relaxation on beach. The garage had towels, boards and sand toys for us. We highly recommend it and would love to stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cheri A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Adorable place

Everything was great except sleeping was difficult without air conditioning in the bedroom as it was hot and muggy that weekend. But so great otherwise and so near the fabulous dog beach— We’ll definitely go again! Wonderfully responsive hosts. Private, quiet, comfy.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kyle G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great times near the beach!

We really enjoyed our stay. All expectations thoroughly met.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great value especially for the location

The property is quaint and cozy. Very pleasant. Well maintained landscaping. It is a 2 unit house so another guest could be renting the front of the home while you stay in this unit in the back but you do have a nice private area of the yard gated off for just this unit which is a pleasant place to relax. Comfy beds and beach supplies available for use makes this a really great option for small families with kids!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristin B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Sweet beach home

Such a sweet beach home, perfect for families. Walk to the beach. Ride bikes to restaurants or cook in the house. Will come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family reunion

Our family has been going to San Diego for many, many years. My siblings and I are grown with young adult children now who have all grown up going to Solana Beach and Del Mar. My husband, our adult daughter and I stayed here. Other family were in the neighborhood. This place was clean, comfortable, and had easy access to the beach. We also liked the private yard. We will be back.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jane S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute place.

Liked the short walk to the beach.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

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