San Diego

Seventy miles of Pacific beach from Imperial Beach to Oceanside, with a boardwalk in the middle of it.

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San Diego County has 70 miles of coast, and the rentals sit right on it. Mission Beach and Pacific Beach share a three mile boardwalk with houses that open onto the sand. La Jolla is cliffs, coves and sea lions. Coronado has the wide flat beach in front of the Hotel del Coronado. North of the city, Del Mar, Solana Beach, Encinitas, Carlsbad and Oceanside are surf towns strung along the old coast highway, each with its own stretch of sand and a train station a short walk from the water.

StateCA
Peak seasonJune to September
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Breathtaking Ocean Views and Multiple Patios - Stunning Beachfront Escape
No. 02

Breathtaking Ocean Views and Multiple Patios - Stunning Beachfront Escape

House
7 bedroom sleeps 15 about $1364 a night

Welcome to Casa De Los Sueños, your ultimate beachfront escape! This spacious 7-bedroom, 5-bathroom property sits directly on the sand, offering breathtaking ocean views, multiple private living spaces, and direct beach access. Perfect for large families, multi-generational trips, or group getaways, this home provides the ideal mix of shared gathering areas and private retreats. Home Highlights: - Beachfront Location - Step outside and onto the sand! - Unobstructed Ocean Views - Enjoy stunning sunsets from nearly every room. - 7 Bedrooms & 5 Bathrooms - Sleeps up to 14 guests comfortably. - Three Fully Equipped Kitchens - Ideal for group meals or multiple families.

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M3540 - Bayfront Bliss
No. 06

M3540 - Bayfront Bliss

House
4 bedroom sleeps 12 about $841 a night

HIGHLIGHTS Remodeled Bayfront Retreat Close Access to Beach & Bay Private 2nd Floor Deck w/ Seating & Views Pet-Friendly Designated Parking Great for Families & Groups THE SPACE Spread out and soak in the views at this newly remodeled 4-bedroom, 3-bath bayfront retreat, perched right on the sand in the heart of Mission Beach. Entering on the 2nd floor, you're greeted by a sun-filled open layout, complete with a fully equipped kitchen, large bay-facing windows, outdoor deck, and cozy living space perfect for gathering. Upstairs, find two spacious queen rooms, while the main level features two king bedrooms including a private ensuite.

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Breathtaking Views and Jacuzzi Oasis - Stunning Oceanfront Villa
No. 10

Breathtaking Views and Jacuzzi Oasis - Stunning Oceanfront Villa

Villa
6 bedroom sleeps 16 about $780 a night

HIGHLIGHTS-Dog Friendly-Ocean Views-Jacuzzi-Al-Fresco Dining-Multiple Patios w/ Grill-High Occupancy-Indoor/Outdoor Living-Off-Street Parking-King Suite w/ Ocean ViewsDESCRIPTIONThe villa features seamless indoor-outdoor living, with most rooms providing direct access to shared patio spaces. The design blends the feel of a Mediterranean villa with classic Southern California beach bungalow vibes. Step inside the main house and take in the stunning ocean views through enormous picture windows. The entire home has been fully remodeled and refreshed, from the floors to the furnishings. Natural light illuminates the open space that encompasses the living and dining rooms.

Private Beach, Hot Tub and Fire Pit - Stunning Coastal Escape
No. 11

Private Beach, Hot Tub and Fire Pit - Stunning Coastal Escape

House
5 bedroom sleeps 12 about $1196 a night

Welcome to the home we lovingly call "Villa Jules". An over 3,000 square foot five bedroom oceanfront home with it's own private beach. Enjoy the outdoor California lifestyle playing beach volleyball, lounging in one of our six lounge chairs, or enjoying smores around the fire-pit as you hear the sounds of waves feet away. Villa Jules is an ideal place to stay for a family beach vacation or a few couples looking for the perfect beach getaway. Three of the five bedrooms are ocean facing, allowing multiple guests to enjoy an ocean view from the comfort of their own bed.

Celebrity Oceanfront Escape with Pool and Pickleball - Stunning Luxury Retreat
No. 12

Celebrity Oceanfront Escape with Pool and Pickleball - Stunning Luxury Retreat

House
8 bedroom sleeps 18 private pool about $4585 a night

Where La Jolla Living Meets Oceanfront Fantasy Perched above the Pacific in La Jolla's prestigious Bird Rock neighborhood, Celebrity Oceanfront Estate is not just a vacation home, it's a 9,100-square-foot private resort experience that redefines coastal luxury. Recently featured on Staycation San Diego and famously filmed for MTV's The Real World, this show-stopping estate invites you to live like a celebrity with panoramic views, high-end amenities, and unforgettable indoor-outdoor spaces. Eight bedrooms. Seven and a half bathrooms. Two fully equipped kitchens. A rooftop pickleball court. Life-size chess. A golf cart to cruise to nearby Tourmaline Beach.

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Beachfront Oasis with Hot Tub and Alfresco Dining - Spectacular Retreat
No. 13

Beachfront Oasis with Hot Tub and Alfresco Dining - Spectacular Retreat

House
6 bedroom sleeps 14 about $886 a night

Set directly on Ocean Front Walk, Shoreline puts the best of San Diego’s beach scene right outside your door, morning walks along the boardwalk, surf and sand steps away, and easy access to Mission Beach, Pacific Beach, Belmont Park, waterfront dining, and sunset views that make this stretch of coast so loved. This 6-bedroom, 6-bath beachfront retreat is made for groups who want space, style, and an unbeatable front-row seat to the Pacific. The main living areas are bright, open, and designed around the shoreline.

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