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Turtle Retreat - Easy 2 minute walk to the Ocean!

Family-friendly holiday home with a water park, 6-minute walk to Del Mar Beach

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Beach nearby, beach towels
Smart TV
Exterior
Outdoor dining
Dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedroomsSleeps 474 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Del Mar, CA
  • Place, Del Mar Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Del Mar Fairgrounds
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Del Mar Racetrack
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪33 min drive‬

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About the area

Del Mar

A family-friendly stay in Del Mar awaits you at this holiday home. Within just a 15-minute stroll, you'll find popular places like Del Mar Beach and Del Mar Fairgrounds. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and free WiFi. .Home features a balcony, a living room and a fenced private garden. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A Smart TV, a coffee/tea maker and a hairdryer are also available. .This pet-friendly holiday home offers a water park, a garden and barbecues. Added amenities include laundry facilities. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this Del Mar holiday home include Del Mar Racetrack and Torrey Pines Golf Course.
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What's nearby

  • Del Mar Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Free Flight - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Del Mar Dog Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Del Mar Fairgrounds - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Del Mar Racetrack - 17 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Solana Beach Station - 10 min drive
  • Sorrento Valley Station - 18 min drive
  • Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Monarch Ocean Pub - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪San Diego County Fair Beer Garden - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Clubhouse Terrace @ Del Mar Racetrack - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Brigantine - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Jake's Del Mar - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

Turtle Retreat - Easy 2 minute walk to the Ocean!

THINGS TO LOVE
- Easy 2 minute walk to the beach with lighted crosswalk
- Family-friendly property with beach gear and toys
- No through traffic, on a cul de sac
- Fenced 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 the 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
- 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.

Grab your wine glass or your koozie and your beach cooler: it's all here waiting for you. Then stroll out this charming 1950's beach bungalow--one of a charming duplex duo--and you're at the beach. Some say it's a two minute walk, or with little kids you may clock in at four minutes. But it's an easy flat stroll with a crosswalk that flashes and California drivers who attentively halt when you even think about crossing the road. Enjoy Del Mar's locally famous 25th street beach, which rolls contemplative in the morning and bustles during the day. And then come back to your home away from home: our owners consistently stay here and make little tweaks and improvements, so you know it's truly livable and ready for you.

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
* Dogs can not be left home alone to bark and disturb the neighbors
* Quiet hours are strictly enforced from 10:00P-8:00A weekdays and 11:00P-9:00A Fri/Sat

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Car recommended
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Outdoor shower
  • Shampoo
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry detergent
  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

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 centre
  • 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
  • Snorkelling 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

  • Electric car charging station
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 800 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 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 to 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. Quiet hours are strictly enforced from 10:00P-8:00A.
Guest is required to sign the rental agreement and agree to the house rules. Minimum age required is 25.
Only dogs as pets allowed, don't leave them at home to bark.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
    • Service animals 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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Turtle Retreat - Easy 2 minute walk to the Ocean!?

Yep, Turtle Retreat - Easy 2 minute walk to the Ocean! is a short 6-minute walk from Del Mar Beach. Fun beach activities include jet skiing, snorkelling and scuba diving. You can also find water sports equipment and motor boats.

Does Turtle Retreat - Easy 2 minute walk to the Ocean! have a pool?

No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.

Does Turtle Retreat - Easy 2 minute walk to the Ocean! have a waterslide?

No, but it has a waterpark and lazy river.

Is Turtle Retreat - Easy 2 minute walk to the Ocean! family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a playground and a water park, as well as highchairs and baby baths, it's no surprise that Turtle Retreat - Easy 2 minute walk to the Ocean! is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Turtle Retreat - Easy 2 minute walk to the Ocean!?

No, Turtle Retreat - Easy 2 minute walk to the Ocean! does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Turtle Retreat - Easy 2 minute walk to the Ocean!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Turtle Retreat - Easy 2 minute walk to the Ocean! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 144 out of 157 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 157 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 157 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 157 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 157 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Susie N.

Liked: Cleanliness
A great place to stay for a weekend. We parked the car on Saturday morning and didn't use it again until we left on Monday morning. Beach walks, strolling into town, drinking wine on the patio. Definitely recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dulcy F.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location with a short walk to the beach. Had everything we needed and interior was new and clean. Property owner was very responsive and helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristina E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful property that has absolutely everything you could possibly need. We booked last minute and they were super accomodating. A very short walk to a gorgeous beach, and the fairgrounds are just around the corner. We hope to come back soon!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sayanan S.

Liked: Cleanliness
It’s such a lovely property. Great location in Del Mar. The space is really wonderfully designed with plenty of attention to detail. And the cute backyard is perfect.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Danette R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location and well maintained

We had a a great stay. The walk to the beach was wonderful. They do a great job maintaining the property. The only issue we had was our dog. He would bark when the gate that was next to our apartment opened and closed. No protective mini Goldendoodle - no problem…
Stayed 16 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful

Peaceful, relaxing property. Close to stores and safe walking distance to beautiful beach!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colin T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect vacation

Beautiful house in awesome location
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Just what we needed

This place was perfect for us. Extremely comfortable. The kitchen was well stocked. We cooked breakfast every morning and enjoyed a glass of wine in the evenings on the back deck. We took morning and afternoon walks on the beach which was just a few minutes walk away from our front door. We look forward to a future stay. Thanks for hostessing us.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Location For Summer Beach Fun

Every morning we walked two short blocks from the house to take a walk on the beach and swim in the ocean. We would repeat this every evening at sunset! The house is small, but perfectly outfitted with beach toys, wagon, towels, etc. We ate our meals at the outdoor dining patio and had easy access to the washing machine and dryer. It was perfect and stress-free!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Claire S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Charming beach property

We thoroughly enjoyed our 3 day stay at Turtle retreat. It is a lovely place with lots of well thought out details to make it very comfortable. It is in a very nice, quiet neighborhood with close beach access to beautiful Del-Mar beach. The restaurants and shops in town are nearby. The host was so nice to work with and communication was excellent. We will definitely be back for another trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denise G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely cottage by the sea

Can not say enough about what a lovely spot this was. Great location a block from the beach. Wonderful patio to read on. Great for my dog too. Would book again.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jill M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Review

The property was very clean and well organized. The place was close to beach and perfect for pets. Property managers response was quick and polite. Would recommend this place for a quick get away.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Pasha A.

Good not Great

My family had a good (not great) experience at this property. The location is simply fantastic, just steps away from one of the most family-friendly stretches of Del Mar beach. The house comes fully equipped with everything you could possibly need for a beach getaway, from chairs to umbrellas and toys - perfect for families or small groups. What also stood out was the responsiveness and accommodation of the host/property manager. However, I was taken by surprise when I discovered that the property consists of two adjoining units that share parking, laundry, and beach accessories. I may have missed it but I don’t believe this was explicitly mentioned in the listing, and this might be important for some guests to know in advance. We also encountered an issue with the tub backing up, and the host’s suggestion to use a plunger to resolve it left us a bit hesitant, especially with kids involved. Overall, we had a nice stay and would recommend this property to anyone seeking a quiet retreat with easy beach access, as long as you’re comfortable with a basic beach cottage setup.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

RIVA E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful Beach Stay

Wonderful property close to the beach and has all beach amenities. Definitely will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Natasha C.

Liked: Cleanliness

So welcoming. Felt like Home.

It was our first time to San Diego and our first time traveling as a family of four. We couldn’t have imagined a better visit. The hosts were so accommodating and had the best form of communication. The house was kept like a home. The outdoor space was such a safe place for our kids to wonder, explore and play. The bedrooms didn’t leak a lot of light which was great for kids sleep. The house truly felt like a beach home cottage for a family. The neighborhood was so safe and the space made parking hassle free and worry free for a rental cars safety. Thank you for such special memories in such a perfect getaway.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bre D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing stay and great hosts

This property is as advertised and is a lovey get away! The host was super accommodating and helped us when there was a travel disruption that caused our trip to go an extra day. The baby gear here was also fantastic and saved us a huge amount of effort to bring ours from home. We will be staying here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Satisfied all of the goals for our vacation

Property management was very responsive and good communicator.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brian H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great spot, Excellent management!

This is probably the best managed property we've ever stayed at. Communication was incredible from start to finish. I don't think there is one thing they didn't think of with this house when it came to supplies. Everything was perfectly laid out for a great experience! Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sydney H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Clean and centrally located.

The location was perfect for the horse show we were attending at the fairgrounds. It's a shout walk to the beach and close to several dining choices. The house is really nice and had everything we needed for our 8 day visit. We come to Del Mar once a year and plan to stay here every time.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

April M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Exactly what we needed.

This was the perfect laid back getaway!!!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

cindi b.

Liked: Cleanliness

Mother daughter trip

House very comfortable and clean. Enjoyed a bottle of wine in the afternoons on back patio. Walked into Delmar for coffee each day. Close to the beach and easy access back to San Diego or beaches to the north. Loved it
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amy W.

Liked: Cleanliness

It was the perfect property and we are looking forward to staying there again.

It was great
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Larry G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful Stay

Fantasy location, unit has everything you need to enjoy your stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ashley B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful home

We could not have asked for a better home. The property was lovely, clean and just steps from the beach. Any of the beach items we needed were provided and the host was wonderful. Will definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021