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Sandcastle Hideaway, Dog Friendly, Designer Studio, Private Patio And Parking!

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A modern kitchen with a flat-screen TV, a dining area with a glass table, and a sofa with decorative pillows.
A bedroom with a bed, a bedside table, a mirror, and a view of the living area.
A bedroom with a bed, a sliding glass door leading to a patio with outdoor furniture and plants.
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a glass dining table, and a wicker chair.
A hallway with a metal door, a green sign with a seahorse, and white shelving units.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Top rated beach location
    Discover paradise at this top rated beach location.
  • Games
    A rare find - enjoy a variety of games available on-site.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Windansea Beach
Sleeps 2•1 bedroom

Popular amenities

  • Swimming pool
  • Garage parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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La Jolla, CA
  • Place, Windansea Beach
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Marine Street Beach
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Sandcastle Hideaway, Dog Friendly, Designer Studio, Private Patio And Parking!

Live like a local in a beautiful and charming newly remodeled Studio. Just 2.5 blocks to the sand at gorgeous family friendly Wind n Sea beach. Private yet close to all amenities.

Living and sleeping areas, 1 bathroom and a full kitchen. Room for 1-2 adults to sleep comfortably. Queen size bed with memory foam mattress in the bedroom. The studio also has a comfortable full sized sofa in the living room. Designated parking space. The studio is small, but feels very luxurious and larger than it is. It has everything you need for a wonderful vacation. Sand Castle Hideaway is a very special place to stay!

Adorable private patio with shade sails for dining, relaxing and entertaining. BBQ, outdoor dining, cooks kitchen with stove for gourmet meals, washer and dryer. Dog Friendly.

Truly beautiful and special, Sand Castle Hideaway is a lovely and charming beach studio that you'll love calling home!

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 13–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)
Well behaved dogs are welcome!
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Non-compliance of any of these policies will result removal from the property and no refunds.
Longer stays are subject to a mandatory mid-stay cleaning every 10 days. Mid stay cleaning charge will be added manually if booked automatically, via
Anyone agreeing to renting the property is fully responsible for damages or misuse of the property.

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number STR-03222L, 644996
Property # 712892vb
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

About the area

La Jolla

Located in Beach Barber Tract, a neighbourhood in La Jolla, this apartment is near theme parks. Port of San Diego and Torrey Pines Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Westfield UTC and Fashion Valley Mall. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Petco Park or Pechanga Arena. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking/biking trails.
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La Jolla, CA

What's nearby

  • La Jolla Community Center - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Windansea Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Marine Street Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • La Jolla Cove - 3 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Balboa Avenue Transit Center Station - 9 min drive
  • San Diego Coaster Sorrento Valley Station - 11 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Taco Stand - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪El Pescador Fish Market - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Sugar and Scribe - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Public House La Jolla - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪La Corriente - ‬12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Sandcastle Hideaway, Dog Friendly, Designer Studio, Private Patio And Parking! have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Sandcastle Hideaway, Dog Friendly, Designer Studio, Private Patio And Parking! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Sandcastle Hideaway, Dog Friendly, Designer Studio, Private Patio And Parking!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Sandcastle Hideaway, Dog Friendly, Designer Studio, Private Patio And Parking!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sandcastle Hideaway, Dog Friendly, Designer Studio, Private Patio And Parking!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Sandcastle Hideaway, Dog Friendly, Designer Studio, Private Patio And Parking! located?

Located in Beach Barber Tract, this apartment building is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Windansea Beach and 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from La Jolla Cove. La Jolla Tide Pools and Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 79 out of 115 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 25 out of 115 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 115 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 115 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 115 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Leigh Ann L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Small, clean, close to beaches and San Diego airport.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Adriana

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
My stay has been amazing...it is quiet, the location is superb and so relaxing. This cozy studio is the base to have a great vacation stay with all the essentials to feel at home away from home. Thank you!!!
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Lynn N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the location, very bright and cheery. Loved the covered parking . Always had enough hot water and great water pressure, nice patio table in the back for meals. I wish the propane would have been checked or a spare bottle as there was none and we had purchased steaks with no way to cook as broiler on oven had no rack for the pan. I do agree with other reviews the bed needs upgraded & a deep clean on the comforter (had stains). The biggest complaint was the ants , I sprayed the windex with ammonia but it didn’t help.All in all the place was great for 1 or 2 people. I would recommend it and stay there again
Stayed 8 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 2 July 2026
Had we been informed about the ants, we would have brought traps that take care of them quickly. The comforter is encased in a duvet cover that is washed and replaced after each guest, so it's fresh everytime, and we replace regularly. We have instructions on swapping the propane at the store that's a 2 minute walk away (we reimburse the $30 cost).
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joseph C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Affordable and exactly met my expectations. Would book again. Thanks!
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Megan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little spot close to the beach!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liz N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super small but as described. Had to keep suitcases in car to save space so don’t bring too much! Lovely location within walking distance to the beach.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Elissa C.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location! Very peaceful and quiet. Eating breakfast on the covered patio was a big highlight for me! I Plan on coming back again. Sharon is a excellent host.
Love that patio!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alex D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great experience. Great location. Was expecting shampoo and body wash but had to buy some. Everything else was as expected.
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Helen I.

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

Great location!

It's a cute place in an excellent location. They allowed my dog which was wonderful! It had everything we needed. Thank you!
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

toby b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love this room. The only thing I wish was a portable AC unit (maybe thats the east coast in me). A little thicker bed cushions would be nice too. This place is awesome!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Thomas M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The pictures made the rental look larger ... it truly is about 170 sq. ft.Upgrading the mattress and pillows would be helpful.Overall, it's workable as a place to stay and make your meals if you don't want to eat out all the time. However, you'll be eating while seating on the couch or standing.It has a nice location, a short walk to a beach, and a good launching point to all the sites in La Jolla, San Diego and beyond.
Stayed 13 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Jan 2026
Thanks for your review! We truly made the most of the space and guests often say it feels larger than it is. Don't forget the private patio has a table and chairs for dining when weather permits, which is almost always in La Jolla.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michelle M.

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

Beach stay

Great place! Walking distance to the beach and other spots.
Stayed 12 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stephan S.

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

Very nice location

We liked the fully equipped apartment. Calm and safe neighborhood close to a nice beach, shops and village.
Stayed 29 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stephen R.

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

Great place!

2nd. time to stay at Sandcastle. Still just right!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ernest G.

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

Charming place

Delightful, charming, small place. Great for a couple. Good location. Grateful that parking was not a hassle.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karen H.

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

Spring Get Away

Stayed last April here for a month. Enjoyed my stay so much, returned this April. It was lovely to return and know the neighborhood.
Stayed 30 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Valerie J.

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

Perfect cure and comfortable

Walking distance to beach. Easy navigation on foot or by car to shopping. Quiet the majority of time. I had everything I needed to cook if I wanted or just heat up food. It was just perfect and I hope to come back.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

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

Cozy Cottage

Clean and walking distance to the beach. Very comfortable for one.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dave A.

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

A week in SD

A very small studio made to be extremely comfortable for two guests. Very clean and well maintained.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Natalie M.

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

escape

What a great little getaway. Perfect location and size for my husband and I. Loved the water pressure in the shower. We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dianne S.

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

Comfortable tiny studio in a great neighborhood

Location and price can't be beat. Took our fur baby to the beach every morning, local restaurants were superb. A little cramped, especially the bathroom, but overall it was fine for a week for the two of us and our golden retriever.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Madison L.

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

Dream Travel Experience

This La Jolla property exceeded my expectations. The location is unbeatable with local eateries and convenient beach access nearby. The area is safe, and offers plenty of activities. The property itself was clean. Recommend for a memorable stay in La Jolla.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Sandcastle hideaway

My stay here was great! Fast and easy communication with the host, and the unit was well kept. Great location too, just a quick walk to the beach. Only downside was the assigned parking spot being pretty tight. It was doable with my Tacoma, but a larger vehicle could be a real challenge.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stephen R.

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

Just right.

Could not have been better.
Stayed 31 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

erin s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
Nice little place - excellent location with very quick walk to the beach! It has all the basics. It is very cozy, but we were not inside much. The bed leaves a lot to be desired - it is low to the ground and not very comfortable - could probably be remedied with a new mattress. It got very hot by evening even with the doors open - windows are not screened - but a couple of fans helped. Overall it was a nice little place and the location very good.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025

About the host

Hosted by Sharon Simmonds

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I''m Sharon, and together with my sister Alise, we co-manage family owned vacation properties in La Jolla. I'm a marketing director for a beverage company and Alise designs dog toys.

Why they chose this property

I grew up near La Jolla and have always loved the charm and beauty. Wind n Sea Beach is truly beautiful and Sand Castle Hideaway is a lovely and peaceful place to vacation.

What makes this property unique

If you love good design, close proximity to the beach, restaurants and shops, pet friendly - happy places, you'll love staying at Sand Castle Hideaway.

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