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Beach Casita & Spa, Steps to Ocean!

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Exterior
Aerial view
Living area
Living room and kitchenette
Living Room

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 438.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Carlsbad, CA
  • Tamarack Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Carlsbad State Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • LEGOLAND® California
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

2nd Bedroom

2 Single Beds

Master

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Garden

About this property

Beach Casita & Spa, Steps to Ocean!

Experience the charm of beachside living! Our cozy casita, nestled just one block from the serene beach, is a delightful retreat for up to 4 guests, children included. Enjoy leisurely strolls to the vibrant village nearby, where local culture and cuisine await. Despite its compact size, our space is thoughtfully designed to offer comfort and a memorable stay for small families or groups seeking a beachside getaway.

Just a block from the beach, this private guest apartment, perched above the detached garage, offers a peaceful haven with easy access to sandy shores. While it's compact at 410 sq. ft., the space is efficiently designed for up to 4 guests, making it perfect for small groups or families.

Apartment Highlights:
- Located in a quiet, family-friendly area — not suitable for parties.
- Primary renter must be at least 25 years old.
- Shared amenities include laundry facilities, spa, backyard, BBQ, and beach gear.
- Fast Wi-Fi and Roku TVs in the living room and bedrooms.
- Kitchenette with essentials and a full-size fridge/freezer in the garage.
- Complimentary drip coffee maker with coffee and sugar.
- Master bedroom with a king bed, second bedroom with twin beds, both featuring blackout drapes.
- Cozy bathroom with a tub/shower combo.
- Fresh linens and towels provided (maintenance service for longer stays available for an additional fee).
- Hardwood floors and tiled bathroom for easy beach living.
- Beach chairs, umbrellas, cooler, wagon, and backyard games available.
- Relaxing, always-hot spa for unwinding after a beach day.

Location Perks:
- Steps to the beach and a short walk to Carlsbad Village's shops and restaurants.
- Easy access to local attractions like Legoland, Outlet Mall, Flower Fields, and more.
- Within driving distance to San Diego's major attractions, including the Zoo and Balboa Park.

Please Note:
- No smoking, animals, pets, events, or loud/late parties.
- Street parking only
- Ongoing construction nearby.
- Compliance with the Rental Agreement is required for all bookings.

Experience the laid-back charm of beachside living in our cozy, well-appointed apartment. Perfect for those seeking a peaceful getaway with the convenience of nearby attractions and beach access. We can't wait to host you!

City of Carlsbad Short Term Vacation Rental Permit #BLRE003465-06-2018

Property manager

Jess Moore
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Ocean view

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
High chair and PacknPlay (with sheet) included
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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
No parties / events. Please be respectful of neighbors
Smoking not allowed anywhere on the property
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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
Long-term renters welcome
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Carlsbad

Located in North Beach, a neighbourhood in Carlsbad, this apartment is near theme parks and near the beach. While the natural beauty of Carlsbad State Beach and Oceanside Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Oceanside Pier. LEGOLAND® California and Buena Vista Audubon Society & Nature Center are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Carlsbad, CA

What's nearby

  • Tamarack Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Carlsbad State Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Carlsbad Lagoon - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Flower Fields of Carlsbad - 7 min drive - 5.2 km
  • LEGOLAND® California - 8 min drive - 7.2 km

Getting around

  • Carlsbad Village Station - 17 min walk
  • Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Gonzo Ramen - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Pizza Port Carlsbad Brewery - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Board And Brew Carlsba - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Coyote Bar & Grill - ‬14 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Beach Casita & Spa, Steps to Ocean! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Beach Casita & Spa, Steps to Ocean!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beach Casita & Spa, Steps to Ocean!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Beach Casita & Spa, Steps to Ocean! located?

Located in North Beach, this apartment building is within a 5-minute walk of Tamarack Beach and Carlsbad State Beach. Witch Creek Winery and Carlsbad Convention and Visitor Information are also within 15 minutes. Carlsbad Village Station is 17 minutes by foot.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 60 out of 62 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 62 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 62 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 62 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 62 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brett N.

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

Carlsbad Hideout

This small, above garage unit was perfect for our family. It was the perfect size and had a great rooftop seating area. The owner was great and was attentive to all of our needs. We’ll be back in the near future for sure!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

David K.

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

Perfect place in Carlsbad

This property was perfect for my college-aged son and me. It was just enough space and a block from the beach. The host is gracious and provides a washer/dryer for guests. There’s plenty of outdoor space as well and it’s walking distance from Carlsbad Village which offers plenty of restaurants and shopping. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janine J.

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

Nice place

Nice place, great location for an evening stroll along the boardwalk/on the beach and to what appeared to be old town Carlsbad. Walking distance to several restaurants too. I especially loved petting Penny. Such a sweet dog.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Esther H.

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

Great Host

Jesse was very kind and accommodating. I arrived early, but he worked hard to get me in before check in. I will return to this apt. Thank you.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

harsha v.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christie V.

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

Fabulous Efficiency Apartment

My sister, cousin and I enjoyed our reunion there and were delighted at how the host thought of everything we needed. The space was arranged so that we felt comfortable. It was convenient to walk to the surfer's beach and along the sea wall and into Carlsbad for dining and shopping. The spa, outdoor area and the rooftop patio was a nice bonus! I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amber D.

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

Vacationer

The garage apartment was great and exactly what we needed for our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

David A.

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

Cozy spot by the beach

Super clean spot. A bit smaller than my imagination had assumed based on the pictures but really great value.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

JAY J.

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

Carlsbad 2 day stay

The unit was clean and well cared for. The kitchen was small and not well suited for dining at home.There was no access to ice. Location was great. It served our purpose for a short stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott M.

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

Great Stay! Parked the car and never touched it until we left.

We had a nice stay in Carlsbad. You can walk to most everything you will need from the property. The only mishap was the electronic keypad to unlock the door decided to take a break at 10 pm on one of the evenings as we were returning from dinner. We were able to get it resolved. It was nice to have the beach chairs and a wagon to haul our items to the beach! Great Stay...
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Autumn and Scott B.

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

Great place

Perfect little apartment for our family of four. Clean, well appointed amenities, great location. Would stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim G.

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

Great Spot!

This was the perfect stay for us. We were close to everything without being on the busy main drag. Jess did an amazing job with this apartment and the bed was SO comfortable. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ronna R.

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

Perfect for us

Super cute place to stay. Having beach toys, a wagon, outdoor shower and pack-n-play was wonderful! Also the room darkening shades made it so easy to put a little one down before sunset. Was super quiet, comfortable and so close to the beach. Beach area was so easy to get to and beautiful. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason H.

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

Great Place Close Beach and Carlsbad Village Dr

Loved how accurately close this place was to the beach, very walkable. It was also very walkable to the several shops and eateries on Carlsbad Village Dr. The place was very clean and surprisingly more spacious than expected.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tom L.

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

Great Little Place

We stayed for a week in June of 2024. The unit is an apartment on top of a garage that is a secondary building on the property. Although it was a little tight for the four of us, the patio and outdoor area provided plenty of space to eat meals and just hang out. Our host, Jess, was very accommodating. The washer and dryer in the garage came in very handy. Also, he allowed us access to beach chairs, coolers, games and a wagon to drag it all down to the beach, which was only a block away. Wonderful location with many amenities within walking distance. The one negative was there was a fair amount of construction. Fortunately, they shut down at night and on the weekends, allowing for some quiet time. Would book again in a heartbeat!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diana R.

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

Visit

Very nice property and location. A couple of blocks to walk to beach. Short, easy walk to Carlsbad Village. Pay attention to description of property regarding only street parking and mini-fridge/wine cooler/no oven. One couch and no table/chairs for dining. Not an issue for us but might be for some. Easy to access hot tub and large outdoor table to use along with a grill. Could see a limited view of ocean from small deck area with a couple of chairs and a table accessed by metal spiral staircase. Was satisfied with unit.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

JT B.

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

Comfortable, clean, great location

We stayed here during March. The property is accurately represented in the listing. It contained everything we needed - note that the kitchenette is small with small fridge, full size coffee maker and toaster. No oven. Room darkening shades were awesome. Hot tub was awesome. Roku on the TVs for streaming. One block walk to the beach. 15 minute walk to all the restaurants and shops in Carlsbad. Much recommended!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Jami S.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location

Better attention to detail needed

The location was great. It’s quite small so it works for 1 or 2 people. Unfortunately a new condo was built behind the house so there was no ocean view…big bummer. TV in the guest room was wonky and wouldn’t totally shut off so light was on all night. Had to put a towel over it to sleep. No coffee or cream/sugar, another real bummer. They did bring us coffee but we had to steal sugars from every restaurant we went to. FYI -you can’t park in the driveway which is kind of a drag when arriving and departing.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sasha P.

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

Great location

This place is in prime location to the beach, the Village, the restaurants. Good stuff!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rick V.

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

Great location

Nice place a block away from the beach. The Studio was nice and layed out perfectly… the only complaint was the master bed was too soft for my Wife and myself so we switched ethe other room with twin beds…. Heather was great , replied quickly with my questions…
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

David D.

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

Carlsbad beach house

Clean and modern with nice decor. The kitchenette has no fridge (If that was mentioned in the website posting, I missed it. If not, it should be.) The outdoor space is nicely landscaped-nice hot tub and grill. Private and quiet (although a big construction project, either new house or apartments, is underway behind the house). Roof observation deck is a bonus. Nice stay, overall.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Helen S.

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

Good location

Clean and comfortable. Easy to get around, close to the beach and the village! Quiet at night for a good night sleep! Comfortable bed. Living space is tight but we knew this before arriving. Everything we needed was provided. Full size refrigerator in the garage for extra groceries. Would recommend to anyone looking for a laid back beach vacation!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christina R.

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

Great quick getaway

Really enjoyed our trip. Close proximity to Carlsbad downtown and beach. We were able to walk.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cal G.

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

Our weekend retreat

Almost perfect. Living area is tight for 4 adults. A couple folding chairs would be good for sitting inside. The many pillows on beds are pretty but not necessary and they sadly end up on the floor. The 2nd bedroom should have a mirror...perhaps on the back of the door. Rooftop patio has a view of the ocean. Loved it. We would definately come again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrea A.

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

Great stay!

Our group of 3 adults had a great stay! Check in process was easy, Heather was responsive and helpful with any questions, and the home is in excellent condition. Really nice to have a hot tub too. We would stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

About the host

Hosted by Jess Moore

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I am a life-long North San Diego Native and your host in this beautiful beach community

Why they chose this property

I immediately fell in love with this home because it has the best of the original 1947 house along with thoughtful updates and immaculate care. We wanted a place that we could invite our out-of-town family and friends come and stay close to our home... and the beach!

What makes this property unique

Close proximity to the beach and the Village as well as plenty of space inside and out, spa and outdoor entertaining area make this a one-of-a-kind property.

Languages:

English

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