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Spacious Beachfront Home Bon Fire Ring in Sand
Oceanfront Paradise – Walk to Beaches, Restaurants & All the Fun in Oceanside Welcome to your ultimate beach vacation! This beautiful and freshly updated oceanfront home is perfectly located in the heart of Oceanside—walk to multiple beaches, restaurants, and shops, or just relax on your private deck with stunning panoramic views of the Pacific. Whether you're here for surfing, sunsets, or sipping cocktails by the fire pit, this is the coastal getaway you'll want to return to year after year.

Steps to the Beach in Carlsbad Village!
Escape to this one of a kind beach getaway in the heart of Carlsbad Village! This stylish and comfy 2 bedroom 1 bathroom property is just steps to the sand while walking distance to all of Carlsbad Village! While nestled in a picturesque beachside neighborhood, relax in your private outdoor area, complete with a dining table, BBQ, hammock, fire pit and more. Stay connected with fast 300 mbps speed WIFI and smart TVs throughout. Enjoy designated parking for 2 cars and a golf cart space if needed!

Steps From Beach, Panoramic Ocean Views, W Parking
Look no further for the ultimate beach getaway. This newly remodeled second level unit (WITH PARKING) is the perfect location for beach travelers to experience classic Southern California! Located across the street from the beach, you are steps away from the sand, waves, pier, shopping, and restaurants. After a day of enjoying the beach life, relax on the front patio, have a glass of wine or a local brew, and enjoy the sunset from the privacy of your beachfront patio with panoramic ocean views.

Ocean/Lagoon View/New Luxury Casita /Walk To Beach
Newly constructed casita with all kitchen amenities; steam oven, microwave, coffee machine, Margarita maker, etc. One bedroom with king bed & sleeper sofa in living room. Washer/dryer. Walkin shower. Beach chairs, towels, palapa & cool chest. Impeccably clean. Path to small beach below casita. Panoramatic ocean view. Short drive to stores & large beaches, village restaurants etc. Water sports rental 1 block away. 1 car space. PETS:DOGS ONLY up to 50 lbs-fee $55. NO AGGRESIVE BREEDS.

Couples Retreat Beachside Studio, King Bed
Take a walk on the beach in the morning, play in the sand all day, and then jump into the pool before dinner and relax on the balcony at sunset. Our studio has all the amenities you'd need to feel right at home. The property has a large gym with saunas, 2 salt water pools and hot tubs, a ping pong table, and beach access. We have a fully equipped kitchen to make a beautiful meal or BBQ down near the pool, even order take out from one of the many highly rated restaurants near by for a picnic.

#4, Ocean View- One Bedroom Condo at the Beach
This newly remodeled large one bedroom condo offers 1100 Square feet, a large glass walled balcony facing the ocean with the most breathtaking panoramic ocean views. You will be just steps from the beach. Listen to the waves crashing and watch the dolphins playing. You can't beat our location as we are right in the heart of Downtown Carlsbad Village with many award-winning restaurants, coffee houses and boutique shopping all within walking distance. We would love to host your beach vacation.

Thomas' by the Sea 2
(Permit # STVR2025-0332) This listing is for the entire property that consists of a 2 bedroom 1 bath front house and a separate detached studio apartment and 1 bath. (Great for the grandparents or friends-). Its 2 units on the property! 3 bedrooms total Located at Tamarack beach in the heart of Carlsbad. Ocean views from front yard, steps & easy access to beach. This house is a charming classic style beach house! Large front yard and bigger backyard. Walking distance to downtown carlsbad.

Oceanside California Vacation Rental
Oceanside, California's Top Vacation Rental Location. North Coast Village is a beautiful BEACHFRONT complex located next door to the Oceanside Harbor, with quaint Cape Cod-style shops and a variety of restaurants. Activities available at the harbor include boat and jet-ski rental, sailing lessons, whale-watching tours, deep-sea fishing adventures, and more. Short walk to the Pier and a variety of shops and restaurants. You will never be bored in Oceanside. Managed by BrooksBeachVacations

Lake House 1475 San Diego on the lake
Gorgeous San Diego lake resort, driving distance to the Ocean, 1.5 hours from Disneyland, 40 minutes from Sea World, 20 minutes from Wild Animal Park, 15 minutes from Legoland, 45 minutes from San Diego Zoo If you have a family this a great place to stay If you are a retired couple, this is a great place to stay If you are getting married and looking for an amazing place to have a wedding Lake San Marcos is a gorgeous venue and our house is very close to the resort

Beach Bungalow on the Sand & Sea - Cottage 20
Welcome to The Cottages by The Coast Concepts! Wake up to the sound of waves and fall asleep to the sun setting over the Pacific. Steps to the sand and sea! Right in the heart of the action on The Strand while being set back from the hustle & bustle in your private oasis. Walk to the pier, harbor, downtown, restaurants, shops, etc. No service/support animals as the owner has severe allergies. .

Ocean Front Beacons Beach, Amazing View, Surfboard
Beach is Open! Beautiful Leucadia Townhome with Amazing 180 degree Ocean View, parking, laundry, beach accessories, surfboards, and Steps to Beacon's Beach Access. We are pet friendly with pre approval and a pet fee of $150 per pet. Please note: The fenced yard is for the downstairs condo. The upper unit has the wonderful view, beach supplies and outdoor shower just at the base of the stairs.

Contemporary Beach Living - Waterfront Home
Brand New Coastal home with panoramic view of ecological lagoon and ocean with breath-taking sunsets. Less than a mile to quaint Carlsbad Village with 7 miles of beaches, restaurants and shops. Two private bedrooms each with bath. All kitchen utensils, towels, linens, toiletries are supplied.
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Coastal 2BR~Steps to Beach~Central Spot~ Sleeps 6

Ocean close apartment UnitB

Beach In Beach Out

Carlsbad Paradise 2 - Near Beach

Mission Beach 1 BDRM w/ Large Ocean View Deck 714

Bay Bliss: Luxurious Comfort with Stunning Views

Oceanfront w/ Private Beach

Beachfront-Ocean views!-Luxury AC Home on Sand!
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Designer Beach Living | Steps from Blvd & Cafes

Beach Jungalow 2BD1BA Updated AC Private Parking

Cabin in the woods- self check in- free standing

North Mission Beach w/AC, Parking, Ocean View Deck

Beachside Retreat: Central PB Studio w AC/Parking

Luxury Stay Steps to Ocean & Bay

Bamboo Lake House-Tropical paradise & LOTS OF FUN

New Stunning Beach House! 2 Tubs & Outdoor Shower
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Ocean view, recent upgrades, 2 story condo!

Ocean front condo heart of pacific beach

Steps from the Beach, Harbor, Pool, Spa, Dining

Beach condo feels like tropical cottage getaway!

A Wave From It All! Ocean Views!

Luxury Oceanfront Condo with Unbelievable Views

Beautifully remodeled 10th floor oceanfront condo

Ocean Front Mission Beach Penthouse!
When is the best time to visit Carlsbad?
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Avg. price | € 234 | € 222 | € 243 | € 250 | € 265 | € 338 | € 410 | € 356 | € 296 | € 265 | € 269 | € 257 |
| Avg. temp | 14°C | 14°C | 15°C | 16°C | 18°C | 20°C | 23°C | 24°C | 24°C | 21°C | 17°C | 14°C |
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4.8 Average rating
Carlsbad stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.8 out of 5!
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