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Interior
3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Property grounds
Property grounds
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

3 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Del Mar, CA
  • Place, Del Mar Beach
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Seagrove Park
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪29 min drive‬

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About the area

Del Mar

This holiday home puts you in the heart of Del Mar, within a 20-minute stroll of Del Mar Beach and Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and free WiFi. .You can enjoy Smart televisions with a DVD player, and home features 3.5 bathrooms, a balcony 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 living room, a TV and a hairdryer are also available. .This smoke-free holiday home offers a garden and barbecues. Added amenities include laundry facilities. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this Del Mar holiday home include Del Mar Fairgrounds and Del Mar Racetrack.
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What's nearby

  • Del Mar Beach - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Seagrove Park - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Medici Galleria - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Del Mar Plaza - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve - 2 min drive - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Sorrento Valley Station - 10 min drive
  • San Diego Coaster Sorrento Valley Station - 11 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Monarch Ocean Pub - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Better Buzz Coffee - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Roberto's Mexican Food - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Relax near the Bluff w/ WhiteWater Views, Steps to Beach, Watch surfers ride

Unique cedar sided pole house designed by famous architect Stuart Resor. 4 bedrooms, with 3 private bathrooms.
Whitewater view of surf (and surfers) on 3 reef breaks from kitchen, dining room and living room. Walk to the beach.
Beach Toys are listed below
Central living area is upstairs with views .
Humming birds come to the feeders all day long.
The house is surrounded by 80 ft Torrey Pine trees.
Tropical garden below with 3 Koi ponds.

Outside living room, 2 kitchens and dining areas.
Summer months have one week minimum. June-September.

Toys: 2 bicycles, 4 boogie boards, 1 surfboard, beach chairs, coolers included.
July and August requires 7 nights if booking a weekend-any questions you may contact the owner. Any weekend booking requires a
minimum of a 6 night stay. Any holiday requires a 7 night stay.

Keywords: beach house, 2 story, 180 degree ocean view all living areas, walk to beach/town, tropical back yard, koi ponds, nice neighbors. Sunset and ocean views with pelicans from house

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Printer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Golf
  • Water sports equipment
  • Basketball nearby
  • 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
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Windsurfing 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Minimum check-in age - 28

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

Rules

Please sign and return rental agreement and scan and email it to me at ----@--------.---.

5 day minimum for fall, winter and spring. 7 day minimum for a visit that includes a weekend. 7 day minimum in summer.

Adult supervision required for young children around the 2' deep coy pond.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

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 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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. 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 and a deadbolt lock in all accommodation.

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Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Relax near the Bluff w/ WhiteWater Views, Steps to Beach, Watch surfers ride?

Yep, Relax near the Bluff w/ WhiteWater Views, Steps to Beach, Watch surfers ride is a short 15-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 Relax near the Bluff w/ WhiteWater Views, Steps to Beach, Watch surfers ride have a pool?

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

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Relax near the Bluff w/ WhiteWater Views, Steps to Beach, Watch surfers ride?

No, Relax near the Bluff w/ WhiteWater Views, Steps to Beach, Watch surfers ride does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Relax near the Bluff w/ WhiteWater Views, Steps to Beach, Watch surfers ride?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Relax near the Bluff w/ WhiteWater Views, Steps to Beach, Watch surfers ride?

No, pets are not allowed.

Relax near the Bluff w/ WhiteWater Views, Steps to Beach, Watch surfers ride Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 53 out of 77 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 77 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 77 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 77 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 77 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Paula L.

Home is 1970's beautiful wood frame and 4 houses from the beach trail. The location can't be beat however the photos are misleading. The rooftop patio shown is the neighbors. The ponds are weedy and algae covered fountains. This is an older home that could use a deep clean. Cobwebs in the rafters, toilet and sink not attached to the floor in the bedroom with the king bed. The beds are very firm, and the towels need to be replaced. Screens are missing from several of the windows.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026

10/10 Excellent

Randall R.

Fantastic location with a 30-minute drive to downtown San Diego, short walk to a public beach, and a great ocean view from the balcony. We also appreciated having off-street parking, beach toys available to use, and some streaming services provided. The neighborhood is very quiet, making it a great place to unwind and relax. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026

10/10 Excellent

Curtis J.

Yes kitchen fully equipped and short walk to beach and restaurants
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Prairie Path C.

Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

john d., toledo

Liked: Cleanliness
Construction outside garden was disappointing but location was great. The bathrooms need updating, dated but clean
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer O.

Liked: Cleanliness
William was very accommodating letting us check in early and check out late. The view is stunning and the location s FANTASTIC. The house is definitely a little quirky. I wish the outdoor space was a bit more together b/c is could be a fabulous space! But the location made up for it!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vicki Turner B.

Disliked: Cleanliness
This is a wonderful, unique property. We had six 70 somethings and the house worked well especially the patio with koi ponds. That was lovely. The property owner is very responsive and easy to work with. The house has a great location. The only negative I would say is that if you are a clean freak, this might not be the house for you. If you can stand dust and clutter, this is a GREAT HOUSE!!! I am a clean freak and I was able to overlook those things because the rest was so fun! There is an ocean view from the upper deck and you can see the sun set into the ocean every night unless clouds obscure it. Since we are all from Kansas very far from an ocean, we really enjoyed this!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rosalyn S.

We had a wonderful stay in this fun, creative, quirky house. The outdoor kitchen with surrounding koi ponds were what we liked the most, as well as the Del Mar location. Comfortable beds. Plenty of seating areas. Beautiful sunset views. Walking distance (1 mi.) to Powerhouse Park and the beach, with easy access to Del Mar restaurants and shops along the way. The only thing we thought needed improvement was to have better organized kitchen drawers and cupboards. The owner was accommodating and responsive. You should note that this is an older house and not pristine, so if you want an upscale resort setting, this is not the place for you.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jan W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family vacation

Wonderful stay
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

ron p.

Emjoyable

Very rustic place to unwind and enjoy the beach and beach community.
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Julie W.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Amazing sunsets

Unique property with great location and amazing sunsets. A bit “rustic”
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer D., LEESBURG, VA

Liked: Cleanliness

Del Mar views

The sunset views from the deck were amazing. We enjoyed lounging in the “pond” room as we called it. The outdoor kitchen was well stocked and a great feature in this home. A huge thank you to the host of accommodating an early check in.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Gavin W.

Peaceful stay

We had a lovely stay in Del Mar at this property. We really liked the different layout and loved the outdoor kitchen space. Close enough to walk into the town and visit the restaurants and walk along the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey O., Cleveland, Georgia

Liked: Cleanliness

10/10 A Unique and Charming Stay with Stunning Views and Exceptional Hospitality!

My family and I recently stayed at Will’s charming Del Mar home, and it was an unforgettable experience! If you appreciate unique, quirky homes with loads of character, this place is perfect for you. The house has a nostalgic 70s vibe with many original features, which we found incredibly charming. The location is absolutely fantastic. It’s a short walk to the beautiful beach bluffs and close to great local restaurants and coffee shops. We loved taking leisurely strolls to a nearby French bakery for breakfast. The views from the house are stunning, especially from the upper level where you can enjoy breathtaking ocean sunsets. The house itself is spacious and creatively designed. Each bedroom having its own unique bathroom was a huge plus for our family. The koi ponds added a unique touch, and our animal-loving teen enjoyed feeding the fish every morning. Will was an exceptional host, always responsive and helpful throughout our stay. His attentiveness and welcoming nature made us feel right at home. While the house has some signs of age and could be considered “funky” in some aspects, it’s part of its charm. If you’re looking for a sterile, modern hotel experience, this might not be the place for you. However, if you love character-filled homes with history you’ll love staying here. Overall, we had a fantastic stay!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Scott L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Del Mar Surf/Beach house

This is a cool funky place to stay. Funky in a good way. We surf and like cool original houses. The back yard is great for grilling and chilling. Location is fantastic.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Love this place!

If you are looking for a kooky fun abode to stay in while in Del Mar this is it! If you are a clean freak, this is not for you! Not that it's dirty, but its hasn't been updated, so has some film of age. Luckily we are the former and not the latter. This is a charming house built in the 70's, with many unique features. The top room is incredibly relaxing with a full view of the ocean. The light system is retro space age. The kitchen is adequate, with accumulated utensils from over the years. The outside koi ponds are inventive, and if you have pets at home and miss them can transfer that to koi feed and care. Will is incredibly responsive and helpful. Each bedroom truly does have a bathroom, so easy to share with friends/family from afar. Beds are a big deal to us (back issues) - the upstairs bed has a nice firm mattress, and the downstairs rooms less firm, so options. The bed linens are premium quality. Would stay again, thank you Will!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa K., PORTLAND, Oregon, USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Charming, very unique home in relaxing, beautiful Del Mar!

Do you love unique, memorable stays? Do you like to support creative individuals who share their own spaces, rather than staying in crowded and generic hotels? If so, you will love Will's place! (As another reviewer said, it is like staying at your cool uncle's house :-) You can enjoy finding all the hand-built wood, tile and stained glass details — and see ocean-horizon sunsets and peek-a-boo views of surfers right from the dining table! The neighborhood above the cliffs in Del Mar is quieter and less crowded than being on the lower part of the beach – which we liked coming back to after busy days of “touristing”. You can easily walk to great restaurants a few blocks from the house, including a delicious French bakery. The location and vibe worked great for us. Although we enjoyed seeing surfers climbing straight down to the beach barefoot with their boards, we took the longer, more mellow routes through town or on the path along the railroad tracks, all being in our 50s and 60s. A main focus of our trip was taking a differently-abled relative to the Zoo and Safari Park for her birthday – and she loved seeing all the fish in the koi ponds each morning. They helped our animal theme come to life every day! Will was kind, welcoming and easy to communicate with - thank you for a great stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cathryn S.

Liked: Cleanliness

A Home Away From Home

6 of us spent 6 nights here while checking our granddaughter in at UCSD. Her take on the house: "its like your cool uncles house"! The location is perfect, the view from the main floor of the house is spectacular. The outside room, the backyard with all the koi ponds and outdoor kitchen area were so awesome we found ourselves always gravitating there. We had ample room to spread out. The house was clean and tidy, linens were clean. Communication with Will was super easy. We felt very comfortable and relaxed here and will definitely stay again if/when we come back as a group.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Renee W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing location with some downsides

This house is in a great location - walking distance to beach bluffs (and beach if you are a walker - about 3/4 of a mile) and town. The views are unbelievable. All the windows make for an almost panoramic view of the ocean and awesome sunsets. The outside ponds and waterfall are really cool. Will was very responsive when we reached out to him with questions. There were however some things that were not ideal. The biggest issue we had was being comfortable when we slept. The bed itself was comfortable but we were quite warm due to some ventilation issues and no air conditioning. I lived in SD for some years with no AC and never had an issue unless there was a heat wave. The living room would get very warm in the evening after the sun had been beating in the room, but then was very cool at night. I ended up sleeping on the coach a few nights since the bedroom was very warm. The house was definitely clean but there was a very musty smell in the house, particularly in the entry hallway. The bikes had very rusty chains so we never used them but it was nice to have beach chairs and boogie boards available. We did purchase a beach umbrella and left it there for future use. We still had a great time at the house - but thought people should be aware of these things.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charles S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Creatively cool!

This property is unique, quirky and cool. The outdoor sitting and cooking areas are beautiful and relaxing. The bedrooms are very comfortable (although the upstairs bed is a bit hard). But the upstairs living and kitchen areas were the highlight with such a beautiful view of the sunset and ocean. Although you cannot see the beach, it is in walking distance. A lovely, creative, wonderfully cool home. Although the downstairs is handicapped accessible with walk in shower, the upstairs is not.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Yossi B.

Great location

The house is in an amazing location; walk to the overlook of the beach, walk to coffee shops and restaurants, and a short drive to other near by communities. Amazing views and very spacious. A well equipped and large outdoor kitchen. Awesome architecture!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

LINDA G., WAYNE

Liked: Cleanliness

An unusual home

We enjoyed our stay, but this home is different and may not be for everyone. The stairs could be a problem with small children and anyone with mobility issues. If you are looking for a comfortable, different place with ocean views in a beautiful neighborhood, this is worth a visit.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Suzy S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic place for a Del Mar getaway!

Our family really enjoyed our stay at Will’s unique home. Plenty of room for the 5 of us. Really convenient having 3 bathrooms. We especially loved the view from the upstairs living area and spent a lot of time on the balcony overlooking the ocean and beautiful sunsets every night. The outdoor living area and kitchen are charming with the koi ponds. Didn’t get a chance to use the outdoor kitchen, however, because it was a little chilly. Will was a fantastic host and very responsive. Location to beach and downtown Del Mar can’t be beat!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charles A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Comfortable ocean-view home with interesting features

This was our second stay in this home. We especially enjoyed the upper level balcony with a view of the ocean; the ocean views from the living/dining/kitchen areas; the quiet setting; the proximity (ten minute walk) to Del Mar beach; and the series of interconnected koi ponds both in the back and in an enclosed indoor-outdoor room. A very desirable place to stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

christie s.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent location fantastic host

William has resorted my my faith in VRBO. He was so easy to deal with. No check out requests/demands, Direct communication, effortless, check in process. I highly recommend this property for adults. The view from the main level is breathtaking. The outdoor kitchen was perfect for our group. The koi ponds are gorgeous, but probably not ideal for small children. Great spot for anyone looking to enjoy north county.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2023