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Hilltop cabin retreat with lake & mountain views
Rustic hilltop cabin overlooking Lake Hodges. Surrounded by open canyons & mountains, you will feel like you're a million miles away from everything as you take in the views from the cabin, deck or the outside shower, swim in the saltwater pool, or relax by the fire bowl. A short walk to lake with boating, fishing & miles of hiking/mountain biking trails. Property offers swimming pool, fire bowl, and shaded arbor. SD Zoo Safari Park, wineries, breweries, & ocean beaches all within easy reach.

Private Carlsbad lagoon getaway. Stunning escape.
Private getaway with Incredible ocean, lagoon and Mountain View’s from your own hidden hilltop space in the most sought after location of beautiful Carlsbad. A stunning yard equipped with fireplace and BBQ, 1bedroom1bath with full kitchen laundry HVAC, a living room with 55in TV, all separate from the main house. Just a short walk to lagoon where kayaking, paddle boarding, or fishing can be enjoyed. Less than a mile away from the ocean and all of what Carlsbad’s wonderful downtown has to offer.

Oceanside Coastal Home - Romantic, Relaxing, & Fun
Dream vacation home! Less than mile to beautiful ocean. Clean, comfy, cozy home w/full kitchen, ambient lighting, ceiling fans, cable tv in living room & bedroom, & outdoor tournament size shuffleboard court. Beach chairs, umbrellas & boogie boards. Rent E-bikes or beach cruisers 7 blocks away. Perfect for private getaway & making memories. Private parking steps from front door. Speedy internet: 333mbps. To accommodate family members & guests with allergies, we cannot allow any animals inside.

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.

Garden Oasis with Bathtub for Two.
Welcome to your Zen oasis — a serene retreat designed for connection to nature. 🌿 Thoughtfully designed layout that’s been separated from the main house to ensure complete privacy. The suite includes a cozy luxury bedroom and bathroom, spacious living area, fully equipped kitchenette, washer, dryer and soaking tub for two. 🛏️ Comfort & Quiet Your bedroom shares a soundproofed wall with the rarely used guest quarters in the main house, ensuring a peaceful and undisturbed experience.

Ocean Blue Vista One-Bedroom Private Guest House
Brand New one bedroom guesthouse with private entrance and private patio. Modern design, fully furnished, and fully equipped kitchen. One bedroom with a queen bed and in the living room a pull out sofa bed. Street parking in front of the property. Points of interest: -Downtown Vista (5 minutes away) with restaurants, shops, movie theater, and breweries. -Beaches (10-15 minutes away) -Legoland (20 minutes) -Safari Park (45 minutes) -Camp Pendleton (15 minutes) -San Diego (40 minutes)

Coastal Casita - Your Rad Cali Getaway
Your favorite coastal getaway awaits! Live like a local in your own casita where you can bike to the beach, coffee, dinner, drinks, and catch the sunsets on the patio. Surf some of the most iconic spots nearby or spend the day lounging in the sun and sand. Come back to this rad space with its vaulted ceilings, full kitchen, living room, and outdoor patio. The Dutch door lets in the ocean breeze. Enjoy the perfect Southern California weather as you swing on the picture-worthy swings!

Beach Rock Retreat - Private Encinitas Guesthouse
Enjoy San Diego’s North Coast in this tropical PRIVATE Encinitas guesthouse centrally located from beautiful BEACHES, world-class GOLF courses, upscale shopping, and amazing restaurants. Beach Rock Guesthouse offers plenty of PRIVACY in all directions from its SECOND STORY comfortable living space. At 780 sq. ft., it's quiet and airy with lots of LIGHT and everything you need to relax or work in COMFORT during your stay. Short Term Rental City Permit # RNTL-007659-2018

Beach City Bungalow
Detached 400 sf studio with full kitchen, private redwood deck, and own entrance/parking. Just a mile to the coast, the house is a 15-20 minute walk to the beach and a 25-minute walk into Encinitas, a classic beach surf town. Restaurants, live music, and quaint shops line nearby Highway 101. The large tropical garden has walking paths and seating areas perfect to relax in. The property is a true oasis! City of Encinitas business license #RNTL-007530-2017.

Gorgeous guesthouse w/ private entry/1 mi to beach
This stunning private house is only a few blocks to the eclectic downtown Carlsbad and only a mile to the beach! The fully furnished, private house has a private backyard with an outdoor dining table with umbrella/grill--the perfect place to unwind! Stone floors/ great appliances/ washer/dryer and designer touches. In addition to a new queen mattress in the primary bedroom, it has a brand new queen sleeper sofa with a memory foam mattress---vvery comfortable!

New Tranquil Barn Retreat on a Peaceful Half Acre
The Buena Vista barn is a clean, quiet, and upgraded detached barn in Vista with everything you need for a peaceful and comfortable stay! Only 10 minutes to downtown Vista, you'll find great restaurants, breweries, shops, and a movie theater. Points of interest: • Downtown Vista: 10 minutes • Cal State San Marcos: 15-17 minutes • Beach: 20 minutes • Legoland: 22 minutes • Temecula and Wine Tasting: 30-40 minutes • Sea World: 47 minutes

Coastal Studio Guesthouse
New studio guesthouse located in a peaceful neighborhood between Swami's beach and Moonlight Beach. A short 15-minute walk to the beach or downtown Encinitas where you will find restaurants, coffee shops, surf shops, yoga studios, galleries, boutiques, spas & salons, and Encinitas train station. A perfect spot for beach-going, surfing, or taking in all that the Southern California coastline has to offer. permit #: RNTL-007176-2017
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Sunset Cliffs Stay - King Bed - Walk To Beach

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The Casita at Casa de Art

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Stunning Guest House 15 min. from Zoo, Downtown
*BEAUTIFUL* Sunny Home in Golden Hill

South Mission Beach Zen-Like Studio

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North San Diego Serenity

Cardiff by the Sea Beach Bungalow

Heart of Leucadia 2 Bedroom Beach Living

Ocean Front Dream
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 | $188 AUD | $195 AUD | $218 AUD | $209 AUD | $220 AUD | $216 AUD | $227 AUD | $226 AUD | $223 AUD | $189 AUD | $195 AUD | $201 AUD |
| 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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4.9 Average rating
Carlsbad stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.9 out of 5!
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