Located close to Del Mar Beach and Del Mar Fairgrounds, Family Friendly Seahorse Cottage, a short walk to the beach! provides a water park, a garden and a playground. Free in-room WiFi and laundry facilities are available to all guests.
Reviews
9.89.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
2 bedroomsSleeps 474 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air-conditioning
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About this property
Family Friendly Seahorse Cottage, a short walk to the beach!
THINGS TO LOVE - Easy 2 minute walk to the beach - Family-friendly property with beach gear and toys - No through traffic, on a cul de sac - Enclosed outdoor space with charcoal BBQ - Work-friendly internet and Wi-Fi - Committed to sustainability - 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 - Eco-friendly practices include reusable cloth napkins, filtered water, composting and recycling options, laundry pods, drought tolerant landscaping, reusable beach gear/cooler - 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.
Drop down the road and onto the beach: it's a 2 minute walk with a great crosswalk, and totally flat. All the better for the beach toys you have in tow, found waiting for you in the shared garage with your own little wagon. Play in the sand, relax back into the sun, boogie board or surf. Then come back to a truly cooking-ready kitchen, an outdoor shower, your own private fenced back yard. The owners spend weeks here every year so you know it's livable. All you have to do is come.
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 * Dogs can not be left home alone to bark and disturb the neighbors * Wash off the sand before you go in the house please! * Quiet hours are strictly enforced from 10:00P-8:00A weekdays and 11:00P-9:00A weekends/holidays
Property amenities
Beach
Beach nearby
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Electric car charging station on site
Car recommended
Onsite parking options include a garage
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Ice maker
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Hair dryer
Outdoor shower
Shampoo
Shower
Shower/bathtub combination
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Entertainment
Books
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Garden
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In a village
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near a zoo
Near an outlet shopping centre
Near the marina
Near the sea
Things to do
Water park
Water sports equipment
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
Rafting nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Snorkelling nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Theme park nearby
Water skiing nearby
Water tubing nearby
Whale watching nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Windsurfing nearby
Winery tours 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)
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
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Rules
No parties or events. No smoking on property. Wash off the sand before you go in the house please!. Quiet hours are strictly
enforced from 10:00P-8:00A. Guest is required to sign the rental agreement and agree to the house rules. Minimum age required is 25.
Only dogs as pets allowed, don't leave them at home to bark.
Pets
Pets are 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
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, a first aid kit 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
We should mention
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Located in Del Mar, this holiday home is near theme parks and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Del Mar Beach and La Jolla Beach, while Del Mar Fairgrounds and LEGOLAND® California are popular area attractions. Travelling with kids? Consider Pelly's Mini Golf at Del Mar Golf Center and A Balloon or Biplane Adventure by California Dreamin'. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and cycling nearby. Visit our Del Mar travel guide
Is Family Friendly Seahorse Cottage, a short walk to the beach! pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Family Friendly Seahorse Cottage, a short walk to the beach!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Family Friendly Seahorse Cottage, a short walk to the beach!?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Family Friendly Seahorse Cottage, a short walk to the beach!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Family Friendly Seahorse Cottage, a short walk to the beach! located?
This family-friendly Del Mar holiday home is located by the sea, within 1 mi (2 km) of Del Mar Beach, Del Mar Fairgrounds and Del Mar Racetrack. Del Mar North Beach and Del Mar Dog Beach are also within 15 minutes.
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Family Friendly Seahorse Cottage, a short walk to the beach! Reviews
Reviews
Exceptional
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Seahorse Cottage is a dream. It’s the perfect size and location. We love the decor & having everything we need for the beach or enjoying a night in. The Beachhaus team always delivers!
This was a fantastic stay, the property was extremely clean bright and better than the pictures. We loved our stay and so easy to get to the beach. We loved it so much we added an extra day to our stay and the communication was fantastic and everything handled with the utmost professionalism.
chris h.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Wyndee E.
3 Nov 2025
Cute Bungalow close to the beach!
The house was perfect for our stay. Super clean with everything we needed. A quick walk across the street to the beach. So convenient to restaurants and the race track! Loved the location and will be back!
Lovely, comfortable cottage—literally a block from the sand and ocean. Our own patio and parking. They provided coffee and other kitchen items which was great. Washer and dryer a big plus! Would stay again definitely!
This is an artfully decorated and very comfortable home in a great neighborhood with lots of thoughtful add ons and kitchen and bath items to make the stay even better. The short walk to the beach is convenient.
Very well equipped kitchen and beautifully upgraded, modern interior of the cottage with attention to every detail. Lovely patio and garden area for morning coffee or BBQ. Quiet neighborhood. Would definitely stay here again.
The cottage has absolutely everything you could possibly want, including a lovely backyard and patio. It is a 10-minute walk to the Del Mar Dog Beach, making it ideal for staying with pets. AND there are two parking slots -- very rare this close to the beach. We loved it and will be back!!
We rented the Seahorse Cottage while we were in town for my daughter's horse show and we loved our stay! Clean, cozy, well decorated, comfortable beds and everything we needed for our stay. We loved the personal touches and will definitely be back.
We thoroughly enjoyed our vacation in this adorable bungalow. The location can’t be beat! It had all the essentials for our family, including a high chair, toddler step, beach toys and a wagon. We also appreciated how quiet it was at night.
Loved this place so much. It has a wonderful beach bungalow vibe. Very clean. The back patio and yard were well kept and relaxing. Location was awesome! Owners responded within minutes with any questions we had. I hope we can stay here again the next time we are in the area.
Susan N.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Amy E.
24 Feb 2025
The most perfect stay!
This is our second time renting from Beachhaus and it did not disappoint. Seahorse Cottage was the perfect place to stay for my daughter and I for a long girls weekend. Parking was easy, effortless check in, and so close to the beach. The home had everything we needed, super clean and very organized. Beds were super comfortable and the home was very quiet. We will definitely be coming back as this was such a better option than a hotel that we usually do for a short trip. Absolutely loved it!! Thank you!!
This is a perfect location for the beach at Del Mar, while the place is very small, it is perfect for a small family or a couple. I stayed with my adult son during the stay and the living area is small with a small couch and one chair. So there is not much space but the location is perfect-hence the 4 star rating, as another chair would be nice:)
We stayed 3 nights at this little cottage and had a wonderful time! The cottage is very clean and decorated nicely. The kitchen is well stocked with dishes, pots and pans, and utensils. The queen bed was very comfortable. We took our 2 dogs and we were very pleased with the fully fenced backyard and having the dog beach just down the street. The neighborhood is very quiet and safe.
Lots of beach gear in the garage for your use as well as beach towels.
We would definitely love to stay here again :)
I selected this property specifically for its proximity to the dog beach. I was visiting family and travel with my dog so I wanted him to be able to enjoy the beach as well. The off-leash dog beach is within walking distance of the cottage. The cottage has a fully fenced back yard and a hose to rinse my dog off after the beach and a small deck for him to dry off on. The cottage was charming and comfortable. If you are noise sensitive, you can here the light rail occasionally. We had a super nice stay and would definitely consider staying again.
I’ve stayed at dozens of rentals, and this is among my favorites. Beautifully equipped, exceptionally clean. Design-wise, imagine the sample rooms at IKEA. Not everyone’s taste, but it happens to be mine. There are beach carts in the garage. Throw in some provided chairs, toys, etc. and you’re on the beach in a few minutes. Yet you’re in a quiet lovely neighborhood. I can’t say anything about the hosts, because I neither had nor needed any human contact. Everything was meticulously labeled and easy to understand. Please don’t book this property. I want it to be available for my next rental!
I gave 5’s across the board with the exception of cleanliness … only because we found some broken glass between the couch and side table but this could’ve been easily overseen by cleaners… we only found it because of my one year old crawling. We loved the backyard and the proximity to the beach.. it is literally minutes from beach.
Only downside is you can’t really walk to get food, it’s on the other side of the (bridge?) not sure what to call it and if you do walk through the neighborhood it’s a good long walk .. not a huge deal but just FYI for anyone who wants to walk to get food or coffee…
Overall we loved this home and our stay and the communication with the property team was exceptional. As long as you are good with sharing a wall with neighbors this house is perfect.
tiffany m.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Jade B.
8 May 2024
Perfect Space
My husband, my 18 month old son and I stayed here for the weekend. Everything was perfect and everything we needed was there. We didn't have the opportunity to make it to the beach but the number of extras in the garage to use was quite frankly impressive, and super organized (like everything else in the home). The internet worked great. The kitchen appliances were super clean. Additionally, the owners are very responsive. The private outdoor space is a super nice plus and the washer and dryer. Last but not least, great location for Del Mar and Solana Beach. Even San Diego (we did the zoo) was only about a 40 min drive on a Sunday afternoon. I would 100% recommend staying here and hope we get to again. Thank you!!
Jade B.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Rachelle S.
16 Jul 2024
Perfect beach cottage!
Great location with an easy walk to the beach and restaurants. The cottage is nicely decorated and well-appointed with everything we needed to be comfortable. It was very clean and the beds have the most comfortable mattress and linens. The back yard is beautiful with tall plants all around providing absolute privacy. The grassy area was perfect for our dog to run around. Unfortunately, we had car trouble the day before we were to check out. Since we were driving through the desert to get back to Phoenix we were hesitant to drive home without having a mechanic look at it. I texted Beachaus to see if we could extend our stay but the Seahorse cottage was already booked. However, they found us another unit nearby that was available and we were able to go directly there when we checked out. They turned a stressful situation into a blessing and saved our trip! We will definitely be coming back to this cottage and using Beachaus for all of our beach vacations!