Located in Olde Carlsbad, a neighbourhood in Carlsbad, this guesthouse is near theme parks and near a water park. LEGOLAND® California is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Carlsbad State Beach and Oceanside Beach. Buena Vista Audubon Society & Nature Center and California Surf Museum are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and rock climbing.
State Street Farmers Market - 5 min drive - 3.0 km
Magee Park - 5 min drive - 3.4 km
Getting around
Carlsbad Village Station - 3 min drive
Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) - 10 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 4 min drive
Einstein Bros. Bagels - 3 min drive
Starbucks - 4 min drive
Vallarta Express - 2 min drive
Tanner’s Prime Burgers - 3 min drive
About this property
Carlsbad Overlook, 2bed/1bath, newly renovated
Enjoy the best view in Carlsbad! Our open floor plan and generous living space is flooded with light and transitions through two sliding doors to an expansive private deck. Enjoy our beautiful lagoon views and the perfect 180 degree sunset over the Pacific Ocean.
We're 5 minutes from Carlsbad Village, where you'll find a perfect blend of hip and quaint beach town shops and dining. Or we're just 10 minutes from Legoland California and the Carlsbad Premium Outlets; 45 min to Sea World and San Diego!
*NOTE* Smoking and pets are prohibited on the property. Late check in available. Door code and Wi-Fi password supplied upon booking a reservation. Check in time is typically 3 PM, and checkout by 11 AM.
Front of House The home is at the end of a quiet neighborhood street in Olde Carlsbad. There is ample space for 2 cars tandem parked on the left side of the driveway (not blocking garage), and enter through the gate on the left. Your Carlsbad Retreat residence is above the garage.
Large Back Deck Enjoy the stunning views of the Pacific Ocean and Buena Vista Lagoon from the comfort of the private deck. We have matches for you to light the fire pit (provide your own wood) and enjoy the evening under twinkling deck lights and stars. Use the BBQ on the lower deck to grill up your favorite veggies or meats.
Kitchen The spacious kitchen is fully-stocked with plates, glasses, cutlery, cookware, and kitchen appliances. Stroll through the local Carlsbad farmers market (located on State Street every Wednesday evening), and pick up a few items to cook up a delicious meal. Or stock up the pantry at any of the several nearby grocery stores.
Living Room Sink into the comfortable couch and feel the coastal breeze coming through the huge double sliding doors and windows. The calm beach decor puts you in the mindset of an endless summer for your Carlsbad vacation.
Bedroom Catch up on some extra ZZZ’s in the queen-size bed and queen blow up. A pack-n-play crib is available if you’re bringing a little cherub on your trip. The bedroom is massive and has closet space, hangars, and a dresser. Two additional people can sleep on an air mattress in the bedroom or in the family room.
Bathroom Clean up after a day at the beach in the shower or oversized tub.
Beach Gear It’s easy to enjoy a day at one of Carlsbad’s many beautiful public beaches with beach chairs, umbrella, and towels provided. Ready to take on the waves? Skip the hassle and lines at a rental shop, and rent a Wavestorm surfboard directly from us for $10/day.
Flower Fields/Legoland/Outlets/Beaches Carlsbad offers everything you need for a fun getaway. We have it all: 7+ miles of sandy beach coastline, Carlsbad Premium Outlets and boutique shopping in Carlsbad Village, the flower fields, Legoland California, fine and casual dining, parks and hiking trails, and extremely easy access to the Coaster or I-5 to get to downtown San Diego. As the locals like to say “Life’s Rad in Carlsbad."
City of Carlsbad Permit STVR2024-0008, expires 8/31/2025.
House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Pack 'n play and baby chair available by request.
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Events
No events allowed
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Pets
No pets allowed
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Property Registration Number BLRE002420
Property # 1150990vb
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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
Frequently asked questions
Is Carlsbad Overlook, 2bed/1bath, newly renovated pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Carlsbad Overlook, 2bed/1bath, newly renovated?
As of 25 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Carlsbad Overlook, 2bed/1bath, newly renovated on 13 Sept 2026 start from AU$239, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Carlsbad Overlook, 2bed/1bath, newly renovated?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Carlsbad Overlook, 2bed/1bath, newly renovated?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Carlsbad Overlook, 2bed/1bath, newly renovated?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Carlsbad Overlook, 2bed/1bath, newly renovated located?
Located in Olde Carlsbad, this guesthouse is within 1 mile (2 km) of Hosp Grove Trails and Holiday Park. State Street Farmers Market and New Village Arts Theatre are also within 2 miles (3 km). Carlsbad Village Station is 27 minutes by foot.
We spent a week in Carlsbad in a beginning of August 2019 and have a wonderful memories being there. The apartment is very specious and seperated from the main house. For a few days we didn't even know that the property owners family lived in the same house. As many reviewers pointed out, the place has a beautiful large bath tub which we enoyed after spending all day outdoors. Big bedroom was also a great plus allowing air to circulate better. We enjoyed the beautiful view of the ocean, lagoon and sunsets....just as described in VRBO. Close to freeways, stores and most important - incredible beaches, either north or south.
In the last two days of our stay we met Kat and her 2 adorable children. She is very friendly, helpful and welcoming. We had such a good time apparently that we even lost track of time and forgot which day to check out. We hope to come back one day.
Great experience with this property reservation. There wasn’t anything that wasn’t already provided for us. Quiet area, lots of stuff to do very close to the property. The owner was good with communication and very helpful. Happy renter here
This is our second year staying at Olde Carlsbad. It’s not right on the beach, but we like the quiet location. We love the tub and the openness of the place. We were sad the DVD movie collection was gone this year. It was the perfect size for our small family of 3!
Shelli S.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019
Verified
8/10 Good
Sarah H.
13 Sept 2018
Big and bright with a great view
Comfy bed. Lots of space. Very private. A beautiful deck with a fire pit. Noise from the hwy, which is quite far off, was a surprise but I quickly got over it. I’d recommend the Penthouse to anyone who is looking for privacy and comfort.
Sarah H.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Julie B.
28 Aug 2018
Roomy and comfortable
This home has spacious rooms and is very close to the beach.
Julie B.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2018
Verified
8/10 Good
Mike L.
17 Aug 2018
Quiet place, with a beautiful view.
We were on the go so much we didn't spend a whole lot of time there. I would stay there again.
Mike L.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Geoffrey H.
16 Aug 2018
Great space, excellent location
My wife and I stayed here with our 5 year old and 2 year old. Huge bedroom that had a queen bed, plus queen air mattress plus pack and play with room left over. Very pleasant deck to unwind at the end of the day. Very comfortable. We particularly liked the access to beach toys and chairs (and we took FULL advantage of them...sorry for the sand) Would recommend and stay again. Only heads up I'd leave is that there is no cable and the wifi signal wasn't that strong. Ton of DVDs available however, something for everyone. Very clean, very pleasant.
Geoffrey H.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Monique O.
14 Aug 2018
Spacious, comfortable and clean with lots of extras!
We had a really great stay. The pictures don't do this place justice- it is so spacious and well kept. The bed is comfortable, everything is new and in great shape and there are tons of extras like a bluetooth speaker, tupperware, saran wrap, baggies, coffee, beach chairs/ umbrella, crib, booster seat etc. Kat and Derek were were great at communicating and made sure we had everything we needed. The huge windows made for great sunset views but also kept the place nice and cool with the breeze. We would absolutely stay here again!
Monique O.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2018
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Annie P.
24 July 2018
Carlsbad Champ
Had a great stay in Carlsbad and would rent again! The 'retreat' was clean, convenient, and cozy (actually big) for my daughter and I. Stocked with necessary amenities, bathroom and bedroom are huge. Easy access to interstate, can go south to San Diego/ Coronado or head north to LA. We did both. Great place, great weather and would definitely rent again! Also, Carlsbad was lovely. Owners were very nice and easy to work with! Hopefully, we'll be back next June!
Annie P.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2018
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Elizabeth W.
17 July 2018
Can’t wait to go back!
Kat and Derek really thought of everything and it was an amazing stay! Perfect location and they were so kind and helpful! The bed was comfortable and the space was so spacious! It was me, my husband, our two little ones (under 2), and my mom! We all loved it and wouldn’t change anything! Thank you both for opening the space to us, it was a dream vacation! We will be coming back!
Elizabeth W.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2018
Verified
10/10 Excellent
erin G.
7 July 2018
Relaxing get away
This rental is beautiful and feels just like home. The owners were so nice and helpful. If you’re looking for a place to stay in Carlsbad...this is your place!! It has an amazing view and it’s very spacious for a 1 bedroom. Looking forward to booking this place the next time I need to go to Carlsbad!
erin G.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Shelli S.
7 July 2018
Clean, roomy, friendly, comfortable, and good location
We loved staying in this Carlsbad retreat! There was lots of room for our small crew, the owners were friendly and welcoming. The balcony was nice, the weather was great, everything was clean and accommodating. There was1 queen bed and a large couch. We had fun watching some fun movies from their collection. The huge bath tub was great to soak in. The kitchen was spacious and worked great for our basic needs. The property is in a quiet neighborhood close to the freeway. Thanks so much!!
Shelli S.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jose N.
4 July 2018
Great place to stay! I will strongly recommend to stay in this awesome and beautiful house!
This was an awesome experience!
Great place to stay , very comfortable and relaxing, clean and very extremely well maintained house and I will definitely try to come back and stay again. Near to the beach too and we are very grateful of being able to stay in such a nice place!
Jose N.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018
Verified
8/10 Good
Katherine G.
27 June 2018
Convenient location, friendly property owners
The property is well maintained, and very convenient to I5 in a quiet residential area. It's about a mile and a half from the beach and the water is visible from the deck. I would give it 5 stars but I was thinking it was a little closer to the shore, but no problems at all with the property or the communication.
Katherine G.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2018
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Albian L.
19 June 2018
Very nice and very clean.
The only thing is I wish there was a small first aid kit available. Totally my fault and unrelated to my awesome experience... But I cut my foot on accident and was looking for a band aid. The bed and bath tub were my favorite part of the whole place. That bed is so comfortable and a good place to sleep makes your whole vacation. I really appreciate how clean it was. Very satisfied with our stay.
Albian L.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Carrie B.
19 June 2018
Gorgeous views
Started one night with my husband, son & my mother. Plenty of room, clean, comfortable & it had everything we needed. Outside dining was awesome. Views are amazing. Ocean breeze keeps that place so dreamy. Kat & her family are lovely & eager to please. Will stay again. Loved it! Thanks again!
Carrie B.
Stayed 1 night in May 2018
Verified
8/10 Good
Carol L.
12 June 2018
Nice place to vacation.
Nice, clean and well equipped. Owners very friendly and accommodating. Would definitely stay here again. Only negative is the expressway noise. Probably wouldn’t ever enjoy the patio area outside, but overall a great VRBO!
Carol L.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2018
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Miranda M.
17 Mar 2018
Clean, homey, great view!
First off, Kat is great with her communication! The stay itself was perfect for a night away and the fact that she even had toddler utinsels was a bonus. It was nice and clean, homey, and the lights on the patio with the view...It was all great!!
Miranda M.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2018
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Jeanne H.
3 Dec 2017
Private and perfect
The place is big and airy. The bathtub was the perfect retreat at the end of every beach filled vacation day and privacy... I felt like we had our own apartment.
Jeanne H.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2017
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Christopher W.
3 Oct 2017
Beautiful home with a great view and everything you could ask for
The best part of the experience was the ease of communication. Kat answered all my questions in a very timely manner and made sure we had everything we needed upon arrival. The view from the deck outside the room was outstanding and had a small fire pit with lighting fixtures for night. Right off the freeway making travel easy, and close enough to the beaches and restaurants. Loved my stay and will be looking to book again next time I'm down in the area
Christopher W.
Archival
8/10 Good
Elena B.
2 Oct 2017
Convenient location, helpful host, spacious rooms, but very noisy
The deck has a great view of the ocean and sunset but it is right above the freeway and when we arrived, the noise seemed overpowering. Though it bothered us less as the week went on, we weren't tempted to use the deck though it otherwise would have been perfect.
The apartment hasn't been a VRBO for long so its furnishings are still evolving. We would have liked a coffee table in front of the couch and a night table in the bedroom. Also, there was no cable, which was fine with us, but the TV wasn't set up to receive local stations or PBS and we were unable to use Netflix on it.
Were it not for the noise, we would book this place again without hesitation. Even with the noise, it was a good deal.
Elena B.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2017
Archival
10/10 Excellent
kate h.
26 Sept 2017
wonderful stay!
The place was spotless and very comfortable. Well located to get to Oceanside or Carlsbad very easily. Beautiful view and porch to wind down a day. Quiet! We were thrilled with our stay. Suite is very large and there are small amenities that were above and beyond. Fast wifi. Soft towels. Stuff to take to the beach. Great young couple hosting. would be back in a heart beat!
kate h.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2017
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