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Family Friendly Seahorse Cottage, a short walk to the beach!

House in Del Mar, CA

4 guests·2 bedrooms·1 bathroom

Why you'll love this stay

Location & Accessibility

Location & Accessibility

Two minute beach walk exceeds expectations for daily seaside adventures.

Value & Savings

Value & Savings

Guests save an average of 23% when booking this stay vs. Airbnb and Vrbo.

Group & Family Friendly

Group & Family Friendly

Enclosed yard and beach gear foster relaxed family evenings and play.

What guests are saying

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4.9

Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 120 reviews

Guests consistently highlight the property's exceptional location and amenities, noting its cleanliness and well-appointed features. The private outdoor spaces and easy beach access are particularly appreciated. Many reviewers commend the responsive communication from the hosts, along with the comfort of the beds and overall organization of the home. The included beach equipment and thoughtful extras enhance the experience, making it a favored choice for families and those seeking a relaxing getaway.

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Property details

THINGS TO LOVE - Easy 2 minute walk to the beach - Family-friendly property with beach gear and toys - No through traffic, on a cul de sac - Enclosed outdoor space with charcoal BBQ - Work-friendly internet and Wi-Fi - Committed to sustainability - 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 - Eco-friendly practices include reusable cloth napkins, filtered water, composting and recycling options, laundry pods, drought tolerant landscaping, reusable beach gear/cooler - 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. Drop down the road and onto the beach: it's a 2 minute walk with a great crosswalk, and totally flat. All the better for the beach toys you have in tow, found waiting for you in the shared garage with your own little wagon. Play in the sand, relax back into the sun, boogie board or surf. Then come back to a truly cooking-ready kitchen, an outdoor shower, your own private fenced back yard. The owners spend weeks here every year so you know it's livable. All you have to do is come. 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 . - 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 * No smoking * Dogs can not be left home alone to bark and disturb the neighbors * Wash off the sand before you go in the house please! * Quiet hours are strictly enforced from 10:00P-8:00A weekdays and 11:00P-9:00A weekends/holidays

Sleeping arrangements

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Twin Beds

What’s included

  • Self check-in

    Self check-in

  • Parking

    Parking

  • EV charger

    EV charger

  • Washer

    Washer

  • Dryer

    Dryer

  • Air conditioning

    Air conditioning

  • Heating

    Heating

  • Kitchen

    Kitchen

Guest reviews

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brad jackson

Another Great Stay!!

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June 2026

The property is great - outstanding amenities and ideal location. We enjoy bringing our small dogs with the security of the courtyard and side yards. We love the recent kitchen updates. Thank you so much for the prompt answering of our questions. Looking forward to another visit late this summer.

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Tanja

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February 2026

You can't beat this location! Close to everything. Short walk to the beach! The house had everything you may need. We really enjoyed our stay.

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Stacy Reinstein

Perfect beach vacation

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January 2026

Seahorse Cottage is a dream. It’s the perfect size and location. We love the decor & having everything we need for the beach or enjoying a night in. The Beachhaus team always delivers!

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Antoinette

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January 2026

Location was amazing close to beach, very walkable, Adorable, clean beach cottage very clean. They were extremely responsive with any questions

Know before you go

Self check-in

House rules

Check-in: 3:00pm

Checkout: 10:00am

Pets allowed

Min. age to rent: 25

No smoking

No parties

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