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La Jolla Cottage by the Sea

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Terrace/patio
Miscellaneous
Smart TV
Exterior
1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 337 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
    Breakfast available
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi

About this property

Entire place

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

La Jolla Cottage by the Sea

Relaxing 400 square foot studio above our detached garage. Just a few blocks from the Pacific Ocean, coffee shops, bakery, yoga and restaurants in the Bird Rock neighborhood of La Jolla. Quiet and serene with private entrance. King sized pullout couch with memory foam topper sleeps 2 adults comfortably. Inflatable twin sized mattress also available.

Cycle friendly with complementary beach cruisers to explore. Beach chairs, boogie board, beach toys also provided.

Kitchenette (see amenities listed), shower, and balcony overlooking fish pond.


Small, friendly, non-shedding, quiet dogs are welcome upon request, $25 pet fee applies.

Please enjoy our backyard from the comfort of the cottage deck. The backyard is part of our living space, and may be shared upon request.

Property manager

Mark Anderson

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchenette

  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 23 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Bodyboard
  • Basketball nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 400 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Access methods

Private entrance

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 23 kg per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
Property Registration Number 648348, STR-07098L

Property is also known as

La Jolla By The Se La Jolla
La Jolla Cottage by the Se La Jolla
La Jolla Cottage by the Se Apartment
La Jolla Cottage by the Se Apartment La Jolla

About the area

Map
La Jolla, CA

What's nearby

  • Pacific Beach Park - 3 min drive
  • Crystal Pier - 3 min drive
  • Mission Bay - 4 min drive
  • SeaWorld - 11 min drive
  • Mission Beach - 13 min drive

Getting around

  • Balboa Avenue Transit Center Station - 7 min drive
  • San Diego Coaster Sorrento Valley Station - 14 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bird Rock Coffee Roasters - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Wayfarer Bread & Pastry - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Oscar's Mexican Seafood - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪The Duck Dive - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Dirty Birds - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is La Jolla Cottage by the Sea pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at La Jolla Cottage by the Sea?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at La Jolla Cottage by the Sea?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is La Jolla Cottage by the Sea located?

Located in Bird Rock, this apartment building is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Bird Rock and within 3 miles (5 km) of Mission Beach and Mission Bay. La Jolla Cove is 2.9 mi (4.7 km) away.

La Jolla Cottage by the Sea Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 87 out of 98 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 98 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 98 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 98 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 98 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Natalie S.

Liked: Cleanliness
fun trip
had a great trip here
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Debra, Tucson

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice property in a beautiful area!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dianne J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely neighbourhood
Very comfortable stay in a nice area.Great coffee and bakery a nice walk away
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kyle S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location very nice stay
Had a great stay with my girlfriend, location is amazing, very clean and comfortable and gracious host. Would stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The La Jolla cottage was perfect for our long weekend visit for a family member’s wedding. The hosts were fabulous, super-accommodating, and helpful. They let us in early, gave us great restaurant suggestions, and have such a beautiful space. It worked great short-term for 2 adults and 1 kid, the pullout couch was surprisingly comfortable. We loved walking down to the beach for sunset and then sitting on the balcony in the evenings.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

olivia h.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quick trip
Great property and great location!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Paula S.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Lovely setting, Questionable cleanliness
We stayed in the apartment for 6 nights. We chose to try an apartment on this visit rather than a hotel. We thought a privately owned unit would be cleaner & nicer. The neighborhood, the surroundings, and setting are lovely. The apartment itself has the potential to be wonderful. The cleanliness was in question. IE: The walls up towards the vaulted ceilings have many cobwebs. There is mold on the shower curtain. There is an inch of dust/grime on the blades of the ceiling fan. I won’t go on….the apartment just needs a good cleaning with attention to detail. BTW…. We had a great week in San Diego!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Bruce L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Started off slow but got real sweet
The code on the door would not work, luckily my son was only 15 min. away, stayed in the hide a bed. Could find any assistance first night. Next morning Mark called and thing got back to normal. Very nice location and rental. Slept real good.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Brian S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Garage Loft as pictured and described
Loft above the garage was accurate as described on VRBO. Location was nice. Many places to eat within walking distance. No issues checking in. Only complaint was lack of internet access. Some issue with WiFi and couldnt connect to alternate provided. Little bit of an inconvenience but we still enjoyed our stay here.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ginger V.

Liked: Cleanliness
King size yet cozy
My husband is 6 foot seven and 290 pounds so we weren’t sure at first if we pull out bed couch with memory foam with accommodate him or comfortable, but we actually had a great night sleep every night. We also slept with the windows open and the screen door because the owners have planted fruits and Jasmine and they smell incredible all night. The air was perfumed. It’s a darling spot and if you have a big, tall man in your life, he will feel right at home too. Tall ceiling as well and we loved the cushions on the patio chairs too.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a cute space. Perfect cartoon for our wedding event. Host left us a nice bottle of wine. It was perfect. Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stay at this fantastic property. Quiet and secluded back house was perfect. Mark and Marty provided everything we needed for our 3-night stay. The property was within walking distance to the ocean and to restaurants. Thoroughly enjoyed our time.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ben S., San Diego

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfy granny flat
Very clean and comfortable studio apartment space. Beautiful garden and fountain outside. Location is great quiet at night. Hosts were very friendly and accommodating.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect retreat
Situated in a quiet neighborhood but within walking distance of coffee shops, restaurants, and the ocean, the cottage offered a perfect balance of comfort, privacy and convenience. The bed was very comfortable and I enjoyed being able to read, write, and bird watch on the private balcony that overlooks a tranquil garden. On-street parking was readily available anytime of day and check-in/check-out was easy as pie. Many thanks to Mark and Marty for being excellent hosts! Hope to see you again next time I’m in San Diego.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

ROBERT H., Jamul, CALIFORNIA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Space
Everything was perfect for our short stay. Close to dining/eateries. Close to La Jolla Village,Torrey Pines and downtown San Diego. The upstairs space is perfect for a couple.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Bird Rock Bungalow
Quaint one room apartment in a quiet area. The accommodations were very comfortable and very clean. It was a perfect space for my short stay in LaJolla. The owner is very responsive to questions. I would stay again when in LaJolla.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Giselle r.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hidden Gem
This cottage was an amazing stay! From the utilities provided to the area begin so close to awesome spots. Felt just like home away from home! The neighborhood is very quiet, cozy, and beautiful. Especially loved the accommodations when it came to early check-in and late check-out! Huge plus in my book! Would definitely be coming back and recommending to friends.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan and Shelby M.

Liked: Cleanliness
One year anniversary
This place has everything you need. Perfect size for a couple. Private balcony. Nice neighborhood. Safe. Close to lots of restaurants. And the bikes included were clutch. Being able to ride to different beaches
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pam S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Vacation 5 days
It was a cute little room, it had everything I needed. Enjoyed the two block walk down to the ocean. Mardy and Mark were both gracious and friendly. I enjoyed the breakfast my last day.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot
This was a great spot in a perfect location for our brief stay in La Jolla. The bed was surprisingly comfy, the croissants at the nearby bakery were wonderful, and having bikes available to use was a huge plus. Thank you, Marty, for a great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Gary

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room is above garage so you do hear the garage door opening and closing. Ideal space for one person. Only one chair so second person has to sit on bed or out on the patio (weather permitting). Kitchen is very compact but is reasonably equipped for making snacks in toaster oven. King bed was very comfortable and is actually a sofa bed but cannot be retracted because of the thick foam mattress, so is not available as a seating area.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynne G., Wynnewood, PA, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Just what I needed
I had a conference at a resort later in the week and decided to come in a few days early for a "me-cation" and to explore the area. This cozy cottage was absolutely perfect for what I needed! It's just a few blocks from the little downtown area of Bird Rock. I could walk and get pastries and coffee in the morning and enjoy them while looking out over the cliffs at the ocean. It's an easy Uber ride to anywhere else you want to visit. I didn't get to use the bike because of the rain, but I dodged the raindrops enough to enjoy visits to the Zoo, Mission Beach, and walk the main streets of La Jolla and the Cove. Marty was incredibly sweet and helpful, even offering to grab me anything I needed from the store since I was arriving late. Just a really lovely stay all around.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven & Jackie G., San Diego, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice cottage
We needed a place to stay while our house was treated for termites. This cottage is a block away which was perfect. Marty and Mark are excellent hosts. We were able to drop our things well in advance of checkin. It has a comfy memory foam mattress, a small kitchenette (good for breakfast or lunch). Would stay here again for sure
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Quiet and cozy
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kenn A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful Bird Rock Stay
Great Place in the Bird Rock neighborhood of La Jolla with peek a boo views of the ocean. Owners were flexible & great to work with. Close to all ocean activities & great restaurants within walking distance.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024