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San Diego Vacation Rental Destinations

Discover handpicked homes and standout stays in one of our favorite destinations.

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A guide to staying with us

Every home in this collection is handpicked for its character and setting. Whether you're after a quiet retreat for two or room for the whole group, booking direct guarantees the best rates and a seamless experience.

Featured stays

Things to do nearby

Discover Carlsbad's premier coastal attractions, local dining, and family-friendly activities near our San Diego Short Term Rentals.

Walkable Coffee & Breakfast

Walkable Coffee & Breakfast

Carlsbad Village

Walk from your Carlsbad vacation home to local spots like Vinaka Cafe or Carlsbad Alkaline Water. Most properties sit less than a 10-minute walk from artisan bakeries and morning cafes in the Village.

Coastal Dining & Craft Drinks

Coastal Dining & Craft Drinks

Beachfront & Village Eats

Walk along Carlsbad Boulevard to oceanfront patios and local favorites like Vigilucci's Seafood & Steakhouse or Campfire restaurant. You are within a 15-minute walk of over twenty restaurants and coffee houses.

Walk to Tamarack State Beach

Walk to Tamarack State Beach

Steps to the Sand

Stroll straight from your bungalow to Carlsbad State Beach. Our coastal rentals sit between 300 feet and one mile from the sand, making beach walks and sunset viewing an easy daily routine.

LEGOLAND California Resort

LEGOLAND California Resort

Family-Friendly Fun

Take a short drive to LEGOLAND California in Carlsbad, featuring over 60 rides, a water park, and the SEA LIFE Aquarium. Perfect for families staying at our coastal rentals looking for a memorable day of play.

The Flower Fields & Shopping

The Flower Fields & Shopping

Seasonal Color & Outlets

Visit the famous Carlsbad Flower Fields in spring to walk through 50 acres of giant Tecolote ranunculus flowers overlooking the ocean. Right next door, shop premium designer brands at Carlsbad Premium Outlets.

Lagoons & Outdoor Water Sports

Lagoons & Outdoor Water Sports

Agua Hedionda & Ponto

Paddleboard or kayak on the calm waters of Agua Hedionda Lagoon, or surf the waves at Tamarack or Ponto State Beach. Our Carlsbad properties offer quick coastal access, ideal for water enthusiasts.

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Stays guests can't stop talking about

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Aug 2026

Honestly, one of the best Airbnbs I’ve ever stayed in. The home was incredibly clean, spacious, comfortable, and SO peaceful. The neighborhood is beautiful and quiet, yet you’re still close to everything—including some of the best beaches in Carlsbad. We traveled with our dogs, and I had seen a few reviews mention that the backyard isn’t fully fenced. The hosts suggested using the trash cans as a barrier, which worked perfectly for us. We added a couple of chairs as an added barrier but Because the property and neighborhood are so quiet, our dogs were completely relaxed and never even tried to wander toward the opening while we were in the yard. The hosts were also incredibly responsive and helpful. Everything about this place felt easy, comfortable, and welcoming. We genuinely loved being here and would absolutely stay again. An exceptional Airbnb and easily a five-star.

Aug 2026

Great place! Perfect location, with easy beach access. A/C would have been a plus in August but there were plenty of fans. Wyatt was so helpful, he went above and beyond to make sure we had everything we needed. In my opinion, he holds the record for fastest response times!

Aug 2026

This beach house rental is a wonderful spot for a relaxing trip. We really enjoyed our stay. The short walk to the ocean is amazing. A small downside is the lack of central air conditioning. You should be prepared for warm days. Otherwise, it is a great choice. Wyatt was really helpful and a great host!

Aug 2026

Beautiful views! Loved the two large decks. The house is well stocked with toys for kids and Wyatt was very quick to respond to questions. Would definitely stay here again!

Aug 2026

This was a great space for us as grandparents to take our kids&grandchildren on vacation. The layout is unique and fit our needs perfectly. The master bedroom is an en suite w/ a king bed. You can only access the pool through the slider in this bedroom. The master bathroom doesn’t have a door, which is unusual. There is a second bathroom, that the second king bedroom on that side of the house uses. Full kitchen. Plenty of cooking/prep space. The table didn’t have chairs for a family of 9. We ended up using the desk chairs that we found in the rooms. It worked out great! The other side of the house we used the fourth bedroom with double bed for the kids. Only issue was there is no air in the room and they were having a heat wave. The atrium was beautiful. The grandkids enjoyed playing there. We also used this as an area to wash off sand when returning from the beach. The house did have sand toys, chairs, ice chests, no boogie boards. Would definitely stay here again.

Aug 2026

We loved Wyatt’s place. Location was perfect, and for a studio was incredibly spacious for 2 of us. Would love to come back.

Aug 2026

This home is perfect for a comfortable stay in Carlsbad. We walked across the street to the beach, up the street to town and down the street for a great restaurant. Highly recommended and will make another visit to this home.

Aug 2026

This house was absolutely perfect for our family. It was extremely clean, had upgraded appliances, very comfortable, and everything you could need for an extended visit. Wyatt was an excellent host and was really responsive and accommodating. Two things to note: the train nearby does cause some noise but it did not really bother us at all and actually became a fun thing for my daughter to watch everytime it came by. Also Tamarak Beach has been hit hard with high surf and has lost the majority of its sand. I am sure this will get resolved though soon. Either way, I highly recommend this spot!

Aug 2026

Wyatt and his team were phenomenally helpful in getting my family (wife, two kids under 7 years old) into this place quickly and easily after a really bad Airbnb experience that had us scrambling to salvage our vacation. The property was top notch, and we couldn't be happier with our experience there. Super clean, well maintained, great location, high-quality furnishings, and very well stocked. The location is great for getting around to everything Carlsbad has to offer as well. Our kids loved it as well. Highly recommended! If you are traveling with kids and considering staying here, consider bringing two large blackout curtains to help with the light from the sliding doors in the room with the bunk beds if they are sensitive to light. Thanks to Wyatt and the team for saving our trip and a great stay! Will definitely be booking with you all again on our next trip. Cheers!

Aug 2026

We had a wonderful stay and Wyatt Anthony was always prompt in responses! Only hiccups were completely out of anyone’s control, but are worth looking in to for a future stay. The beach entrance stairs just down the street were closed for repair during our stay, but after day 1 we opted to travel to different beaches anyways because the rocks at Tamarack beach were so bad! It hardly affected our stay, honestly, but if you’re booking hoping to just walk right out onto the beach I’d investigate if those issues have resolved first!

Aug 2026

My family stayed here for three days and we had a great time! Being 300 ft from the beach was exactly what we needed. Our host made checking in easy and checked on us during our stay! We would highly recommend this home to our family and friends in the future.

Aug 2026

Beautifully renovated home located walking distance to the village and beach! The front porch and balcony with fire pit was a great hangout while looking at the ocean! Definitely would recommend!

Aug 2026

The place was beautifully presented, and just like it looked in the pictures. Wyatt was extremely responsive, and the house was exactly what we were looking for to come in for a horse show for a week. We look forward to renting from you again.

5.0 from 874 reviews