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La Jolla Cottage by the Sea

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 337 sq m

Popular amenities

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

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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, quaint studio in the Bird Rock neighborhood of La Jolla. Quiet and serene with private entrance and balcony overlooking a small fish pond.

A 10 minute walk to Calumet Park with an overlook of the Pacific Ocean. Coffee shops, a bakery, yoga and restaurants all close by. A King sized pullout couch with memory foam topper sleeps 2 adults comfortably. A Twin sized mattress also available.

Cycle friendly with complementary beach cruisers to explore the Pacific Beach boardwalk, or cycle the Bird Rock path into La Jolla Village. Beach chairs, boogie boards, beach toys are available.

Kitchenette (see amenities listed), shower, and balcony.

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.

Also, ask us about our 2 BR property in Kailua-Kona with the most amazing snorkeling on the island just minutes away. VRBO property #20162444.

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
  • Electric kettle
  • 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
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking 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 (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

General

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

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

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
Long-term renters welcome
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
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

Located in Bird Rock, a neighbourhood in La Jolla, this apartment is near theme parks and near the beach. Port of San Diego and Torrey Pines Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Mission Beach and Mission Bay. Belmont Park and USS Midway Museum are not to be missed. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and cycling nearby.
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La Jolla, CA

What's nearby

  • Pacific Beach Park - 2 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Crystal Pier - 3 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Mission Beach - 4 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Mission Bay - 7 min drive - 8.2 km
  • SeaWorld - 11 min drive - 10.1 km

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.) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wayfarer Bread & Pastry - ‬6 min walk
  • Bird Rock Coffee Roasters
  • ‪Oscar's Mexican Seafood - ‬15 min walk
  • Starbucks
  • ‪Leilani's Cafe - ‬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.

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La Jolla Cottage by the Sea Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 107 out of 122 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 122 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 122 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 122 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 122 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was perfect for our stay. Loved the quiet mornings reading on the balcony. Easy walk to a coffee shop and a short drive to the beach. The owners are super nice and helpful (they even mailed back my lost AirPod). This is the second year in a row we’ve stayed there and the experience, as before, was exceptional.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

kayla l.

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

Great getaway!

Location is amazing! Walking distance to all the cute shops, restaurants, beach. Communication was great too with any questions we had.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kieran Q.

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

Great stay

Awesome little ADU close to downtown bird rock!We had a great long-weekend. Bikes were super useful.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kyle S.

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

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

Josh

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

Lovely property and location

Lovely flat and location with easy check in process and communication with host.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Debra

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

8/10 Good

Natalie S.

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

fun trip

had a great trip here
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Luke S.

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

Perfect location

This studio rental is set on a beautiful property, in what has become one of my favorite parts of the San Diego area. The walk to stores, shopping, wine, coffee, restaurants, and a great bakery is just a matter of a few short blocks. The space itself is outfitted with everything that you should need to enjoy your stay. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

robert m.

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

La Jolla Getaway

Nice place to stay if you're ever lucky enough to be in La Jolla. Sunny studio with kitchenette and big TV screen. Excellent location only a few miles from downtown La Jolla in a safe neighborhood. Highly recommended. NB: especially good if you need to park a car whether day or night.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric Y.

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

Cute and great location

Cute and great location with access to SD sites
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ruth G.

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

La Jolla Getaway

Great location for exploring La Jolla and getting some well needed R & R.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

carl

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Our host gave us Great recommendations for places to eat and placers ti go. The room was really cute and very comfy .
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Richard C.

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

A quiet place for a beachside escape

The cottage was perfect for our three night escape to La Jolla. Everything was just as advertised and we loved it.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

JoAnn S.

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

San Diego weekend

It was a great place to come"home" to at the end of each day!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emily A.

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
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

ROBERT H.

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

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

Patricia

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

10/10 Excellent

Maggie S.

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

Cozy home base for adventures

We had a great time with our 9 year old boy staying here while we ventured to museums, zoo, and legoland. This is an a very convenient, beautiful location and street parking was very easy! Hosts were very kind and welcoming.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura S.

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

Overnight in La Jolla

Beautiful and comfortable stay in La Jolla. Made to feel right at home , gracious owners , were very helpful and communicative in all respects . Perfect, peaceful location. Would definitely go back again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ben S.

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

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

Chad K.

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

Tranquil Getaway

A perfect cozy place to relax and enjoy Bird Rock San Diego. Walking distance to great coffee, food and a view of the ocean. Hosts are more than accommodating and gracious, just a wonderful place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

JAke L.

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

A great home away from home

Could not be happier with my stay. Mark and Marty were so hospitable, and the neighborhood was exactly what you’d hope for in a beach-adjacent community. Everything you could want!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Rick

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Nice hosts. Nice dog. Beautiful area.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Thomas A.

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

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

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