PRIVATE HOME ON THE BEACH - 3 BR./2.5 BA. - SLEEPS 8 - 5 STAR REVIEWS

Our home is best described by the 5-Star reviews of our guests over the years. It is unique with a vacant lot to the south, making it open, and bright with easy access to the beach. We have everything to help you enjoy your time at the beach. The patio, family room, master bedroom and deck share panoramic views of the ocean south to La Jolla and north to Camp Pendleton. With the open lot to the south, the fully equipped kitchen and large family room enjoy panoramic views of the water while you are cooking, dining and relaxing. Lounge on the patio and enjoy watching the waves break or the frequent visits from jumping (and sometimes surfing) dolphins. The beach is known for its good surf, so enjoy boogie boarding and surfing on the boards provided. A private sand area on the patio is perfect for private sunbathing or keeping an eye on small children who can play in their own private sand area with the collection of sand toys provided. Next to the house are the horseshoe pits that can also double as a bocce ball court or bean bag toss using the equipment provided. Access to the beach is just off the south side of the house, walk out the sliding doors down the slope to the vacant lot and you are on the beach. The patio has an outdoor shower with hot and cold water, an extra large remote controlled awning for shade, and plenty of chaise lounges for sunning. The garage holds a ping-pong table, fishing poles, surfboards, boogie boards, a stand-up paddle board, beach chairs, beach umbrellas, two beach cruisers, kayak and a variety of other toys, beach equipment and games for all ages.

The Oceanside pier is just a mile's stroll up the beach where you will find a variety of restaurants as well as a movie theater. The Oceanside harbor is a short distance past the pier and features more restaurants, water sports activity and sailing/fishing charters. Enjoy a ride to the pier and back on our two beach cruisers, or take a stroll and enjoy the views.

The San Diego Zoo, Wild Safari Animal Park, Lego Land, Gaslamp District of Downtown San Diego and Balboa Park with all its wonderful museums are just a 30 minute drive down the freeway. Horse racing at Del Mar racetrack is just 20 minutes south (the race season runs from mid-July to the first week of September). A little over an hour away you will find Disneyland, California Adventures, and Knott's Berry Farm. Bicycle trails for road and mountain bikes abound, and you will see riders passing in groups daily up and down the street. Just one short block south is Buccaneer Park which includes a tasty little food hut for lunch, snacks, and sometimes dinner (you would be surprised at the menu and the food, it is quite good). The park also has a basketball court, swings, and slides for young children.

The kitchen is fully equipped with an assortment of cooking tools, an array of spices are provided as is coffee and soaps and cleaning materials. The house has a large screen TV in the kitchen/family room, each bedroom also has a TV. There is an assortment of DVD's as well as a blue tooth speaker unit for your own music. Two WIFI access addresses are available throughout the house. The garage can accommodate 2 cars and has an epoxy finished floor. The ping pong table folds down in the garage where you will also find boogie boards, foam surfboards, and miscellaneous sand and beach toys .

If you have any questions about whether the photos reflect the reality of what you will find on arrival, read our reviews from past guests. Most of our visitors have told us the photos do not do the place justice. We appreciate your interest in renting and will try to make your stay as pleasant as possible. Let us know if you have any questions.