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3 bedrooms, internet, bed sheets
TV
Outdoor dining
Interior

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms1200 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

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La Jolla, CA
  • Place, Windansea Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, La Jolla Cove
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪21 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

La Jolla

Located in Village of La Jolla within a 5-minute walk of Windansea Beach, this vacation home is within a 15-minute stroll of La Jolla Tide Pools. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a dining area, and a refrigerator.
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What's nearby

  • Windansea Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • La Jolla Tide Pools - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Cuvier Park - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • La Jolla Cove - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

  • Nobel Drive Station - 9 min drive
  • San Diego Coaster Sorrento Valley Station - 11 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Taco Stand - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪El Pescador Fish Market - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Harry's Coffee Shop - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Il Giardino Di Lilli - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Don Carlos Taco Shop - ‬8 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.

Seashell Cottage in La Jolla

Tastefully decorated in sea-inspired hues throughout, the Seashell Cottage is a classic California Bungalow complete with hardwood floors and timeless style. It's a peaceful and soothing private vacation home located in a quiet Windansea Beach neighborhood.
Enter this home through the welcoming enclosed front porch and step into the spacious living room with beautiful hardwood floors and comfortable furnishings decorated in a tranquil ocean inspired decor. There is ample seating, lots of windows to let in sunshine and ocean breezes and large flatscreen TV. French door leads out to the patio. The adjacent large dining room has a beautiful table with seating for 6 guests and a charming crystal chandelier and relaxing ocean art to compliment your family meals. The fully equipped kitchen is off the dining room and has everything you will need to prepare family meals including dishwasher and gas range.



The master bedroom has a queen sized bed with luxury bedding and is furnished in soothing natural hues. There is a half bath in the bedroom and lots of sunny windows. The second bedroom has a queen sized bed and the third bedroom has 2 twin sized beds, flat screen TV and ceiling fan to keep you cool. Both of these rooms also feature luxury bedding and peaceful shades of the sand and sea assure you sweet California dreams.



The main bath has a shower and plenty of hotel quality towels. There is an laundry room located just off the kitchen for your convenience with washer and dryer and access to the back yard.



Enjoy spending a lazy afternoon in the fenced in private yard perfect for a family BBQ and evening outdoor relaxation. Brand new BBQ grill, large dining table for 6 guests and comfortable couches and shady umbrella await you for lounging and conversation. Beautiful landscaping and blooming morning glories surround the yard and afford you privacy and peace in this backyard oasis.






Perfectly located, you will enjoy the easy two block walk to Marine Street beach to sun and ride the waves, as well as all of the local shops and restaurants. Additionally, it is just a one-half mile to the world famous dining and shopping in the La Jolla Village and a short drive to famous La Jolla Cove, downtown San Diego, and area attractions.



Kick off your shoes and put on your flip flops, this vacation home is the perfect place to relax and enjoy your perfect La Jolla beach vacation!




THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW:

•No smoking is allowed inside any of our properties
•Due to the moderate coastal climate, this house (like most in the area) does not have air conditioning.
•This home is located in a quiet neighborhood and is only suitable for quieter groups. Our rental agreement includes a no tolerance policy regarding excessive noise, occupancy and/or parties. Deposit forfeitures and/or evictions are strictly enforced. Please make sure you are comfortable with these policies before renting.
The vacation home features a kitchen and 1.5 bathrooms, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms and a dining area. Other standard amenities include a washing machine and a coffee maker.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Whale watching 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

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,200 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees

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 and a first aid kit
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: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 25
Property Registration Number STR-03185L, 608722

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, and a first aid kit.

Property is also known as

996443

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do near this vacation home?

This vacation home is situated in Village of La Jolla within a short 5-minute walk of Windansea Beach and also 10 minutes on foot from La Jolla Tide Pools. You'll also find Mission Beach and Mission Bay within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Seashell Cottage in La Jolla?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer parking.

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.

Is Seashell Cottage in La Jolla good for couples?

Couples staying at this vacation home will value amenities like a kitchen, a kitchen in some house, as well as a garden.

Are there hot tubs at Seashell Cottage in La Jolla?

No, this vacation home doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this vacation home include breakfast service?

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 Seashell Cottage in La Jolla?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this vacation home.

Where is the closest airport to this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field), which is 12.8 mi away (26 minutes by car). Another top airport is San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN), which is located 13.8 mi away (34-minute drive).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Seashell Cottage in La Jolla?

No, you won't find house with balconies at Seashell Cottage in La Jolla.

Seashell Cottage in La Jolla Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 45 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 45 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 45 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 45 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 45 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Jennifer N.

Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

josh g.

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Carrie H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful, we loved it!!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Brett B.

The review

The property is older than it appears in the photos. The property needs a face lift at its price point. Chipped paint throughout, water damaged ceiling in some spots. No locks on bedrooms or bathrooms. Rear entry with no security bolt. One of the comforters had a stain on it. Not enough towels for 6 people. Great location though, easy access, walking to nearby stores was easy for grocery needs. street parking but was not an issue for us. It got busier in evening with locals parking to go surf. Some of the dishes were dirty or stained. Lastly cable did not work on the main TV, there was no Roku attached. Not sure what remotes went to which TV. The Roku didn’t work in the bedrooms, not sure about cable as we attached our laptop to the HDMI. There was a DVD player but no selection of movies at like other places.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Kjetil S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Michele G.

Great location

Easy to walk to the beach and La Jolla stores and restaurants. Quiet and safe neighborhood. The house is old and could have been cleaner. The floors and dishes were dirty and the half bathroom toilet keeps flushing. Also the bedroom door with the half bathroom is jammed and can’t be fully closed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

jane p.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Horrible property. Do not stay here. Save your money.

This home is old, dirty and unsafe. The entire residence is shabby at best and it feels very unsafe. We booked two night and left after five minutes. My girls and I did not feel safe there. Do not waste your money on this horrendous rental.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carolee V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Ken S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice place

A little warm. Not great air flow. Great location. Needs a little interior up keep. Bathroom door very difficult to close without a loud slam. Not a problem but we had a new born with us. Location is very good. Parking is not good. Easy to get in and checkout was very easy.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Kersten B.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Seashell Cottage

This property is much older than the pictures show. There was pet hair and stains on many of the outdoor cushions and inside furniture. Also there is not any air conditioning.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

2/10 Terrible

Paige H.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Could not access

There was no access provided to the property. Attempts to gain access from the property management company were not fulfilled timely. Keys/lockbox were empty. Property pictures were not accurate, notably in the back area. Furniture was very worn and dirty, the overhead gazebo structure was broken. We are due a full refund for not being able to stay and needing to book another property for the night. VRBO and the property manager are being very difficult.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Lisa v., Martinsville

cute and convenient

We recently stayed at the cottage for a wedding. We had our adult children and another guest. The house was a comfortable size and the location was perfect. We could go for walks to the beach, walk into town and on Sunday there was a local farmers market that we walked to! The beds are comfy and for the most part the house was clean. As stated in other reviews, you may want to bring slippers or flip flops as the floors are old and leave your feet a bit dirty. When we arrived the mirror in the half bath was missing and the shower curtain liner was a bit mildewed. The management got there within a couple hours to replace both. There is no air but plenty of fans and with windows open at night there was a decent cross breeze. The neighborhood was quiet so that was not an issue. We did have some dampness, being there during the hurricane, but once the sun came out the house dried right out. Just a note, after reading other reviews we did bring extra face clothes (two are provided) and large shampoo. All in all it was a good experience.
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Tiffany O.

Pleasant stay but could have been better

We had an overall good experience and stay at this property. The location is nice for walking downtown and to the beach. The things you should be aware of: -House gets very warm and windows are challenging to open and some windows didn’t have screens. -BARE essentials were provided. Literally two rolls of toilet paper, and three miniature bars of soap. Be prepared to make a run to Pavilions. -The one hand towel provided in the entire home was a bath mat. No washcloths and only five bath towels. No beach towels. -It was nice to have a washer dryer, but be prepared to purchase detergent. -Twin beds and the bed frames they are on are extremely squeaky. -The backyard wasn’t the oasis we expected. It was overgrown and run down. We wouldn’t stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Real nice

Real nice. Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

4/10 Poor

Wendy T.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Old and Drab

This place has so much potential. The location was good close to the beach and town but on a quieter street but was such a disappointment. I chose this because of the wonderful pictures of the backyard- It was nothing like the pictures. It was dirty and unwelcoming. There was a ripped cover over the seating and the grill didnt work- We ended up pulling lawn chairs int he front lawn to read. Inside was dark and drab and needs a good can of paint. The bathroom was dirty with mold in the shower. I called property management several times on multiple issues which is not local and they were very nice but nobody ever followed through. I asked for someone to clean the shower- they said they would and never showed and that was the same for every issue, I am not a high maintenance person and dont have very high expectations, but this was not what I expected for the amount of money they charged. They gave you one little (travel size soap for the week and 2 rolls of toilet paper) beach chairs dirty and ripped. Ive really never experienced a rental with such lack of thought.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Teresa W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great family vacation

Cute place, easy walk to beach and downtown. Plenty of room for four adults. Great sushi and brunch places within 15 minute walk.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Barbara G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Village of La Jolla

Great house and neighborhood
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paula H.

Liked: Cleanliness

👍

Close walk to beach and restaurants. Enclosed backyard, if you are traveling with pets. Clean. We did not have any trouble finding street parking in front of place.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Deb L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place!

Great place!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Katie C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Clean, comfortable, excellent location

My husband and I would happily rent this property again. Everything is as described, except for some of the upgraded furniture including a large sectional couch in the living room and a large cabana tent over the patio space. Walking distance to everything we needed but the neighborhood is friendly and quiet.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Debbie S.

Liked: Cleanliness

True to listing

This house matched the description. Comfortable, well stocked and nice location. Great outdoor seating area. Beds need updating but overall… we would stay here again, very nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

6/10 Okay

Ming C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Poor response from property management

Text property management on 2 simple questions and no response. Rude.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

The cottage in La Jolla

A beautiful and very comfortable place. It was much larger than the pictures showed. The patio area was very nice. It was within easy walking distance to the beach and to many restaurants.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021