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Live the Beach Life in a Quaint Shell Cottage

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

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Experience beachy bliss at this Del Mar gem, newly remodeled in 2024. Stroll two minutes to the beach and enjoy family-friendly amenities like charcoal BBQs and beach gear. Work from your retreat with reliable internet or unwind in the private side yard.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedroomsSleeps 474 sq m

Popular amenities

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

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About this property

Entire place

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

Live the Beach Life in a Quaint Shell Cottage

THINGS TO LOVE
- NEWLY REMODELED! 2024
- 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
- 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 back 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.

See that art? It's local. That day's worth of coffee waiting to get you going? BeachHaus brew. This is our original BeachHaus--loved and updated--so step into our world and stroll out two minutes to the beach. Splash in the water, laze in the sun, come back to a signature outdoor shower. Designed by a surf family for all families: we've lived in this space and loved it, and now spruced it up for you. Do come through! A shared front yard, private side yard, and gorgeous California waves await you. This is part of a duplex, so the garage with laundry is shared. If you would like to book both duplexes together, they’re listed under “Joint Beach Bungalow”. Del Mar is your ideal beach town, with swanky shopping walking distance up the hill, parks and beaches galore, and the famous Del Mar racetrack and Fairgrounds just a stone’s throw away.

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
* No smoking
* Be a good neighbor
* Dogs can not be left home alone to bark and disturb the neighbors
* Quiet hours 10:00P-8:00A
* Please wash off the sand after the beach

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
  • Ice maker
  • 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

  • In a village
  • 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

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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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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 as pets allowed.
Dogs must not be left home alone to bark.

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: Dogs can not be left home alone to bark

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Shell Cottage Charming Bungalow Always Fresh Never Fussy House
Shell Cottage Charming Bungalow Always Fresh Never Fussy Del Mar
Shell Cottage Charming Bungalow Always Fresh Never Fussy
Live the Beach Life in a Quaint Shell Cottage Del Mar
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About the neighborhood

Map
Del Mar, CA

What's nearby

  • Del Mar Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Del Mar Dog Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Del Mar Fairgrounds - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Del Mar Plaza - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Del Mar Racetrack - 17 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Solana Beach Station - 8 min drive
  • Sorrento Valley Station - 15 min drive
  • Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) - 25 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

Frequently asked questions

Is Live the Beach Life in a Quaint Shell Cottage pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Live the Beach Life in a Quaint Shell Cottage?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Live the Beach Life in a Quaint Shell Cottage?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Live the Beach Life in a Quaint Shell Cottage located?

This family-friendly Del Mar vacation home is located by the sea, within 1 mi (2 km) of Del Mar Beach and Del Mar Racetrack. Del Mar Fairgrounds and Del Mar North Beach are also within 15 minutes.

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Live the Beach Life in a Quaint Shell Cottage Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 105 out of 108 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 108 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 108 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 108 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 108 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Danielle M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was exactly as described - clean and beautiful! It was so easy and relaxing to stay there. Would absolutely recommend!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kelsey C.

Great stay!

We absolutely loved our time at Shell Cottage. It is cozy, clean and so close to the beach. Beyond that, the owners/management were responsive and generous. Highly recommend - we've already rebooked for next summer!

10/10 Excellent

Lorren T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
So clean and cute! convenient location, close to yummy restaurants, and the beach! We enjoyed our stay, thank you )
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

charles h.

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

Excellent location

Incredible stay ! wonderful host and very clean! Total 5 stars and can't wait to go back
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mathew M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved being close enough to the beach that we could go back and forth. House was perfect for me and my family! We cooked dinner one night on the bbq and were pleasantly pleased that we had EVERYTHING we needed up to the charcoal. I would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie H.

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

A gem in Del Mar

The shell cottage was perfect for our family! You can tell the hosts put a lot of care into this property - the house is updated and was squeaky clean, and they even had a little activity pack and prize for our kiddos when we checked in. Would love to stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

andrea g.

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

Excellent

Love staying here!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tanya

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Comfortable, and very pleasant setting to stay. The beach was much closer than we thought, and the neighborhood was quiet.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steve R.

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

Great location

Walk to the beach and enjoy Del Mar!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth M.

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

Cozy cottage, Great location

We loved our stay in Del Mar. Great location close to the beach. Having all the beach gear included was definitely a benefit. We would happily stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jill I.

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

Delmar

The property was fantastic- well stocked, great location, cute, clean and comfortable. Communication was also outstanding.
Stayed 16 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jim C.

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

Great beach cottage

I enjoyed the property. Great access to the beach, easy to get to Del Mar and Solana Beach. Very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Douglas M.

Fantastic location, well maintained property

I would strongly recommend this rental property if you like the beach. You are literally 2 blocks from one of the best beaches in America. The owners are meticulous in their up keep of the house. Very comfortable and highly recommended. We will be back. Doug & Fara Marinkovich

10/10 Excellent

Amber C.

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

Perfect beach house

Amazing location, close to the beach. Managers were super proactive and communicative. I enjoyed my stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

ROBERT H., PRESCOTT VALLEY, ARIZONA

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

Super Location

Close to Beach and everything in Town. Nice & Clean Home for small Family.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie O.

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

Perfect

What a wonderful location and adorable cottage. We had a wonderful time and can’t wIt to return!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tim T.

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

Good All Around

Perfect for the extended weekend trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kris G.

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

Wonderful

I loved my stay here! The cottage is so cozy and the location is perfect. This was the cleanest rental I have ever stayed in. The property manager was amazing, very quick to respond. I will definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Brad F.

Fantastic- again...we'll be back

GREAT stay! Brand new accommodations throughout the property. Steps from the Beach and great community...4th stay and we will be beack! Thanks again to the Beachaus group.
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10/10 Excellent

Stephen B.

Great stay in Del Mar with my dog

I spent Labor Day week in the Del Mar cottage with my dog. The cottage is located an easy walk to dog beach and all the restaurants in Del Mar. We had a great time and look forward to coming back to visit again.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Beautiful and updated

The cottage is absolutely adorable with fresh updates. Everything is so tasteful and the property managers are incredibly responsive. Great location to the beach and less than a mile walk to most restaurants and shops.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Shari and Chuck C.

Charming Cottage

I thoroughly enjoyed my time at this cozy cottage, loved the décor. The hosts were very happy to help me with any need. The beach is just across the street & town is an easy walk.
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Sunny R.

One of best stays in san diego

Great location -3 mins walk to beach , nearby supermarkets and restaurants Quiet and safe neighborhood Clean house with all complete amenities (cable wifi washing machine dishwasher a/c heater Allocated parking spot Clean and fresh towels and bed sheets

10/10 Excellent

Lenor G.

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

Shell Cottage

Close to the beach and a central location in Delmar. Everything was in working order and everything you need for the beach is stored in the garage.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

roger K.

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

CA Getaway

Wonderful property, close to everything, quiet neighborhood and well appointed. Only thing missing was a cheese slicer 😀. Close to a great walking beach. Definitely will stay again if in the area. Cozy and comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024