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Adorable Octopus Hideaway: 2 min walk to the beach!

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Beach nearby
Beach nearby
Outdoor dining
Terrace/patio
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedroomsSleeps 474 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Dryer
    Dryer

Explore the area

Map
Del Mar, CA
  • Del Mar Beach
    5 min walk
  • Del Mar Dog Beach
    7 min walk
  • Free Flight
    11 min walk
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    31 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 a 5-minute stroll you'll find Del Mar Beach and Del Mar Fairgrounds within a 15-minute walk. 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. .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 - 5 min walk
  • Free Flight - 11 min walk
  • Del Mar Fairgrounds - 12 min walk
  • Del Mar Plaza - 14 min walk
  • Del Mar Racetrack - 19 min walk

Getting around

  • Solana Beach Station - 8 min drive
  • Sorrento Valley Station - 13 min drive
  • Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Monarch Ocean Pub - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Australian Battered Potatoes - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Jake's - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Brigantine - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Poseidon on the Beach - ‬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.

Adorable Octopus Hideaway: 2 min walk to the beach!

THINGS TO LOVE
- NEWLY REMODELED! 2024
- Easy 2 minute walk to the beach
- No through traffic, on a cul de sac
- Family-friendly property with beach gear and toys
- Enclosed outdoor space with BBQ
- Work-friendly internet and Wi-Fi
- 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 front 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
- 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.

The Octopus Hideaway is an easy two-minute walk to the beach. We're not kidding: you may find this little bungalow duplex so charming that it's hard to leave. But the joy lies in its proximity to the beach: two minutes by foot, through a charming neighborhood and without a care in the world. So load up the house wagon with our beach toys and yours if you want, then dip in the ocean and relax into the sand. Come back to this charming spot--our first BeachHaus, but recently updated (end of 2023)--and know that you're in good hands and among friends in North County San Diego.

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
* Be a good neighbor
* Quiet hours 10:00P-8:00A
* Please wash off the sand after the beach

Property manager

BeachHaus Rentals

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • 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
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating 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

  • 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

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.

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 deadlock in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

Octopus Hideaway Charming Bungalow Always Fresh Never Fussy
Octopus Hiaway Charming Bunga
Octopus Hideaway Easy 2 Min. Walk to the Beach
Octopus Hideaway Easy Two minute Walk to the Beach
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Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Adorable Octopus Hideaway: 2 min walk to the beach!?

Yep, Adorable Octopus Hideaway: 2 min walk to the beach! is a short 5-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 Adorable Octopus Hideaway: 2 min walk to the beach! have a pool?

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

Does Adorable Octopus Hideaway: 2 min walk to the beach! have a waterslide?

No, but it has a waterpark and lazy river.

Is Adorable Octopus Hideaway: 2 min walk to the beach! family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a playground and a water park, as well as highchairs and children's dinnerware, it's no surprise that Adorable Octopus Hideaway: 2 min walk to the beach! is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Adorable Octopus Hideaway: 2 min walk to the beach!?

No, Adorable Octopus Hideaway: 2 min walk to the beach! does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Adorable Octopus Hideaway: 2 min walk to the beach!?

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

Adorable Octopus Hideaway: 2 min walk to the beach! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 116 out of 124 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 124 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 124 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 124 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 124 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

keith r.

Liked: Cleanliness
ABSOLUTELY PERFECT IN EVERY WAY
Our family (me, wife, dog) needed a reprieve from the AZ heat and this was the perfect escape. The home is everything that listed / shown and more. I was really impressed with ample closet space, having the dog beach so close, and how every amenity the home offered was right at your fingertips. We 100% want to stay here again asap.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

DEFNE O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful tresure
We really enjoyed staying at the Octopus Hideaway. Such a tasteful decoration and so useful amenities… Great location. We were able to take long walks on tje beach. Really enjoyed our stay. One suggestion would be to have more light options for different corners of the garden. It would have been more enjoayble and possible to have dinner outside
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
This is a nice property: super clean and well-managed. The host responded to every question at Olympic speed. Perfect location for the beach. Great size for a couple or a small family. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Get away weekend
Cute cottage! We stayed in the back unit which was quiet and had a lovely little garden! It was just right for us and our dogs! Walkable to shops, restaurants and beach!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

todd i.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect!
Everything was perfect! Can't wait to go back
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maureen C.

Liked: Cleanliness
UCSD Graduation!
Very pleased with this perfect get away spot!! So wonderful to sit out on the patio, smell the jasmine and listen to the birds sing! Everything was clean and beautifully placed. The beach items available in the garage made our stay more enjoyable and less hectic. Thank you for your outstanding hospitality and top notch professionalism! Refreshing!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eve M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautifully appointed private haven
Thoughtful design, privacy, safe and comfortable. Cozy 'cottage' is literally 2-minute walk from best dog friendly beach in Del Mar. Prompt and attentive management response to questions. A sweet little getaway!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennie S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect stay!
My husband and I rented the cottage for PLNU Parents Weekend. We even had our son stay to get a break from dorm life. While it is a little drive from PLNU we still enjoyed it. Del Mar is beautiful. The cottage is in a wonderful neighborhood and had all you need for cooking or just relaxing. Beds and pillows were very comfortable. The backyard is charming. On our last full day we walked across the street to enjoy some relaxation on beach. The garage had towels, boards and sand toys for us. We highly recommend it and would love to stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cheri A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Adorable place
Everything was great except sleeping was difficult without air conditioning in the bedroom as it was hot and muggy that weekend. But so great otherwise and so near the fabulous dog beach— We’ll definitely go again! Wonderfully responsive hosts. Private, quiet, comfy.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kyle G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great times near the beach!
We really enjoyed our stay. All expectations thoroughly met.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great value especially for the location
The property is quaint and cozy. Very pleasant. Well maintained landscaping. It is a 2 unit house so another guest could be renting the front of the home while you stay in this unit in the back but you do have a nice private area of the yard gated off for just this unit which is a pleasant place to relax. Comfy beds and beach supplies available for use makes this a really great option for small families with kids!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristin B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sweet beach home
Such a sweet beach home, perfect for families. Walk to the beach. Ride bikes to restaurants or cook in the house. Will come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family reunion
Our family has been going to San Diego for many, many years. My siblings and I are grown with young adult children now who have all grown up going to Solana Beach and Del Mar. My husband, our adult daughter and I stayed here. Other family were in the neighborhood. This place was clean, comfortable, and had easy access to the beach. We also liked the private yard. We will be back.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jane S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute place.
Liked the short walk to the beach.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Linda K.

Liked: Cleanliness
thanks
lovely thanks
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Location, Location, Location
Awesome place, awesome amenities and awesome location. This sweet cottage duplex has all you’ll ever need to enjoy the beach with girlfriends, family or a couple trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Greg K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Delightful cottage
We loved our stay. Super clean charming cottage with unbeatable location close to beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Wendy P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location- cozy and cute
We loved our stay at Octopus Hideaway. We were so close to great beaches and excellent restaurants. We had a great time and LOVED Del Mar! This is a great location and comfortable home. It was peaceful, safe and just what we expected.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tina H., Carmichael, California

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect and quiet property to stay in
So happy to have found this gem! Location is wonderful, next to the beach and such a lovely neighborhood. Property is so well maintained and decorated very cute. Property owners/managers were friendly and easy to work with. We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Margaret R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Breeders Cup Trip
Awesome
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Danielle K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect stay!
Perfect location and perfect space for our family of four with two small children. Extremely accommodating, with access to everything needed for the beach, including a wagon to take it all down, and everything you need for a toddlers, including pack n play and even step stools, this was truly a home away from home.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kristy D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Girls Trip 2021 at the Octopus Hideaway
After our regular location for our annual girls trip was closed, we stumbled upon the Octopus Hideaway for this year's trip and we are so happy we did! The location is amazing, the cottage has everything you need, and is absolutely adorable. Brenda was super quick to respond to any questions. We enjoyed our stay there so much that we have already booked next year's trip there!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Megan M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just what we needed
My cousin, sis-in-law and I spent a couple nights here, and we had such a nice, relaxing time. Though this is a duplex, it felt very private. It has it’s own side entrance and private fenced in yard. It’s the perfect little beach cottage and was very clean. The property managers are responsive and helpful, and they left us delicious coffee and a very sweet note. The location is great as well, super short walk to the beach and many great restaurants nearby. I would highly recommend this place!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Katie A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Work Trip
I was in town with 2 friends/business partners for a weekend conference we were hosting locally in Encinitas. This was a great place for us to start & end our days! Perfect location on the 101 with easy beach access and easy to get to the great restaurants in Del Mar and Encinitas. The little outdoor area was nice and the kitchenette was perfect for our needs. The neighborhood is quiet, the beds were comfortable and the wifi was great! Would definitely return.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Whitney M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Del Mar home for small families
I will admit, when I saw that this was a duplex I was immediately disappointed and worried that we wouldn’t have any privacy. The way that this home is set up you have an amazing personal backyard space that is great for kids because it essentially triples+ your living space. We spent most of our days outside even though it was rather overcast during our stay. I was able to do some nice quiet yoga on the side of the house while the kids played and knew that they were safely locked in and couldn’t get into trouble. Very close walk to the beach, which we didn’t spend much time at because of the bad weather but look forward to enjoying during our next stay. I went for runs along the beach every morning and it was delightful. There are awesome restaurants and bars within walking distance. Both directions in Solana Beach and downtown Del Mar. I can’t wait to come back and enjoy it some more during non-Covidy times. Thank you for a wonderful stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021