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Adorable Octopus Hideaway: 2 min walk to the beach!

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

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedroomsSleeps 474 sq m

Popular amenities

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

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

  • Near the beach

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage
  • Onsite parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Spices
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

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

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Fenced yard
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

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 the sea
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near outlet shopping
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Water sports equipment
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 800 sq ft (74 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 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 allowed
Service animals are welcome, and 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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

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Octopus Hiaway Charming Bunga
Octopus Hideaway Easy 2 Min. Walk to the Beach
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About the neighborhood

Map
Del Mar, CA

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
  • ‪Denny's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Jake's - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Brigantine - ‬13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

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

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

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

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

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

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Adorable Octopus Hideaway: 2 min walk to the beach! located?

This family-friendly Del Mar vacation home is located by the sea, within 1 mi (2 km) of Del Mar Beach and Del Mar Racetrack. Del Mar Fairgrounds and Del Mar North Beach are also within 15 minutes.

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

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 119 out of 127 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 127 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 127 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 127 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 127 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sarag

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great place!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Tina C.

Excellent
Had a great stay and The Octopus was perfect for us.

10/10 Excellent

Kyle G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great times near the beach!
We really enjoyed our stay. All expectations thoroughly met.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Bruce W.

A Homecoming Week in the Octopus Hideaway
Out-of-state family members spent a wonderful week in the Octopus Hideaway. It provided a great home base to attend our niece's wedding, visit with family, and tour our favorite areas around town when we lived in San Diego and Del Mar. Family members frequented the area beaches and used the boogie boards and laundry machines provided in the rental.

10/10 Excellent

Kristin B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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

Cheri A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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

Andrew S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Nancy B.

Fabulous perfection!
This is the perfect vacation home—it is truly charming and cosy, but also carefully restrained as to not overwhelm. The tech is just enough to have made our stay easy and also secure, but not so complicated as to have made things overly complicated. The neighborhood is AMAZING, lively, dog-friendly and walkable. And while the neighborhood is in the heart of a bustling California beach town, the house itself remained serene, quiet and restful. There is a lovely backyard filled with birdsong in the mornings. Perfection!

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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

Jennie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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

Russ W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Little Beach House
Tucked in the back, nicely fenced with astroturf and well maintained gardens. It was perfect for a few days at the beach with our pups.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

keith r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Laura C.

Just amazing
This place was incredible. The yard is beautiful and fully fenced, which was fantastic for our dogs. You’re within a few minutes walk to the dog beach. The house was clean and had everything we needed when we arrived. Super comfy bed and couch. Would absolutely stay here again.

10/10 Excellent

Kelly D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Stephen B.

Great stay at the Octopus Hideaway
My girlfriend, dog and I loved staying at the Octopus Hideaway. It's very near dog beach and the commercial shops in Del Mar. The property is also private with a fully fenced yard. The house is stocked with all the necessary items to live and cook during the stay. We look forward to coming back in the future.

10/10 Excellent

todd i.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect!
Everything was perfect! Can't wait to go back
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maureen C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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

Jane S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute place.
Liked the short walk to the beach.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Linda K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
thanks
lovely thanks
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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