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3 Blocks From Beach, Free Kayak Rentals

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TV, fireplace, DVD player

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire condo

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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San Diego, CA
  • La Jolla Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Birch Aquarium
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • La Jolla Cove
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪23 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

3 Blocks From Beach, Free Kayak Rentals

Nestled above a retail space in the quaint La Jolla Shores neighborhood, this upstairs unit is a two minute walk from San Diego's most beautiful and family friendly beaches, La Jolla Shores.

The unit is upstairs from Hike Bike Kayak Adventures, who generously includes free equipment rentals for guests of this unit including kayaks, boogie boards, snorkels, foam surf boards, paddle boards and wetsuits. They also include 25% off guided tours for guests of this unit.

The unit is a one bed, one bath with queen size blow up matress. Perfect for a couple or young family.

La Jolla Shores is a mile long pristine beach and the neighborhood is much quieter, easier to park, and more relaxing than La Jolla Village. However, La Jolla Village and La Jolla Cove are still a five minute car ride, fifteen minute bike ride (for adults), or twenty minute walk. While La Jolla Shores has such famous restaurants as Piatti's, Osteria Romantica, and the five-star Marine Room, the shopping, restaurants, bars, and art galleries are still very accessible from this location.

From La Jolla Shores, depending on the season, you can relax on the beach in the sun, kayak the La Jolla Sea Caves, snorkel with the famous (and completely harmless) leopard sharks, kayak with gray whales, surf gentle waves, boogie board around the beautiful coast. All with equipment or instruction from Hike Bike Kayak Adventures.

Our customers tell us they can't get enough of this condo's walkable location. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from La Jolla Beach. The condo includes amenities such as a kitchen and a fireplace.
  • Air-conditioned condo with kitchen, washing machine, and fireplace
  • Just a 5-minute walk from La Jolla Beach and 13 minutes by foot from University of California, San Diego

Property manager

Sharon

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Internet access

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health or beauty spa

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment
  • Kayaking on site
  • Cycling on site
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Hiking nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking. An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking.
Property Registration Number 618361, STR-02198L

Property is also known as

3 Blocks From Beach Free Bike Kayak Rentals
3 Blocks From Beach, Free Bike and Kayak Rentals Condo
3 Blocks From Beach, Free Bike and Kayak Rentals La Jolla
3 Blocks From Beach, Free Bike and Kayak Rentals Condo La Jolla

3 Blocks From Beach, Free Kayak Rentals Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 106 out of 125 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 125 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 125 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 125 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 125 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Abigail H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Memorable LaJolla
This 2nd floor apartment is quaint, centrally located and a short walk to the beach. We ate right across the street at the Sandpiper and cooked meals. Perfect coffee each day was just next door. Next time we will take them up on their free kayak offer. Not sure ibetter.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dannyl D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great apartment, close to everything.
We really enjoyed out time at Sharon’s place. The apartment was nice and cozy, perfect for relaxing. We loved exploring the neighborhood and walking to the beach. We had everything we needed. There are several restaurants and shops nearby. We highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

J H.

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracie S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great getaway!
The property was clean and well stocked! Property owner was quick to answer a question about check in! Would stay here again for sure!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot
All was great
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
La Jolla stay
Nice place, great location and excellent host
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bryan R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great little hideaway
The host, Sharon, made our stay super fun and relaxed. We took advantage of the kayaks and saw a ton of marine life. Will definitely stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Britt I.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous location!
Loved that kayaks were included. Comfortable bed. So easy to walk everywhere.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Victoria V., Riverside, California

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute place with great location
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jack L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Stay in Perfect Location
Condo was as advertised and better! We loved it. Location is great with useful beach essentials provided (chairs and towels). Super easy to get around and easy access to route 30 bus into La Jolla and San Diego in a breeze. Highly recommend this rental to any couple looking to spend vacation in La Jolla!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caroline R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
Had family near beach and tennis club and worked out perfect!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Coming back!
We've stayed here before and love it. It's very light and has a wonderful decor and feel about it. It's quiet except in the morning with trash trucks. We soon got over that. Great location for going to the shore and also having a kayak or boogie board.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

lindsey n.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracy H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great property close to a great beach
This condo was perfect for my sister and I to meet up with kids and enjoy the La Jolla Shores beach. The property was clean and as described, with a queen size bed in the room and inflatable mattresses that you could use (along with a couch) in the main living area or the bedroom. Since we had a couple of younger kids, they just slept on the floor and were fine. The kids also took advantage of the free boogie board rentals at the shops owned by the condo host, which was a great perk. The property is a quick 3-block walk to the beach, and it was a nice beach area that wasn't too crowded, even in August. Also nearby were several restaurants, so we didn't have to leave in the car to get meals. The only negatives: 1. Condo doesn't have a crib/Pack-n-Play, so we had to bring our own. One of us was driving so that worked out ok, but might be difficult for someone who has to fly. 2. It was difficult to get in touch with the host prior to our stay through the VRBO platform, until about 48 hours prior when we were able to get a phone number and could text. After that responses were quick. 3. Condo doesn't have central AC. There are two floor AC units (with the hoses that go through the window), one in the living room and one in the bedroom. It was only about 74 degrees outside, but the condo was about 85 during the day (with AC). 4. Parking is a little challenging, especially during the day when a lot of people are coming to the beach. Overall a great stay though.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Annie G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Favorite Spot
Love this place. We’ve stayed here a couple times now. I’ve also stayed in other rentals within a block of this space. I prefer Sharon’s place. I find it to be quieter and more private. It may not be as updated as some of the other rentals in the area but it’s cheaper and larger with a lot of windows to open for the breeze. Also, parking in the area can be difficult especially during peak season. The option to use the alley to unload is really helpful. Sharon is super nice and low key and the added benefit of free kayak, snorkel, or paddle board is a big value add and money saver. I always check Sharon’s place first.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ezequiel A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy Spot near the Beach
Short stay, but the place had all the essentials, and hard to beat the location!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

stefanie l.

Wonderful location!
Location! Three blocks from sand, and a few steps from dining options, coffee next door! However, this dated property needs some TLC, and a better cleaning crew.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

marc e.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing location at the Shore
This is a great property to stay in while visiting La Jolla. The location is perfect for walking to the beach or going to dinner. Plenty of food and activities within walking distance. Easy to access and check in. I love the codes for the doors. No keys needed. The space is nicely equipped with everything you need for you stay. And it is nice and private to store all your beach items like a wagon or chairs. The AC works good but so does opening the windows in the evening to a nice breeze. Thank you again for sharing your space
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Surf trip Lajolla 2024
The cottage was conveniently located to the beach and shops and dining areas. It wasn’t super fancy but it was definitely sufficient. We had all the amenities we needed. The outdoor shower and patio overlooking the street were excellent! It was not noisy even though we were all near the Main Street in Lajolla Shores. Parking was the only inconvenience. Surfing was great and the weather was fantastic! Definitely a great vacation
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Really enjoyed our couple of days in your cute place.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark B.

Liked: Cleanliness
An amazing stay in La Jolla Shores
Just a great place to stay. Terrific private space above the rental shop. Clean, well maintained and had everything we needed. Interactions with the host were easy and friendly. Sharon made accessing the kayaks easy. Just a short walk to an amazing beach to walk, kayak and snorkel. Highly recommended!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Annie G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect little spot in the best little beach community
My 18-year-old daughter and I spent a weekend visiting my best friend who lives in the area.. I was worried after reading a recent review that the place would be less than stellar. I needn’t have worried. I got check in instructions 24 hours in advance and everything worked just as it should, including strong Wi-Fi. Sharon was super nice and even called me to let me know she had sent the information. The space was adorable, we threw open the blinds, windows and curtains and soaked up the sea air! The bed was very comfy and we had all that we needed- Beach towels, plenty of pillows, cozy throw blankets, lawn chairs, beach umbrella, and a nicely stocked kitchen. The neighborhood was adorable with a short super fun walk to the beach loaded with shops and restaurants. The beach was absolutely stunning! It’s literally just a couple blocks until you dead and at the sand. We walked the beach multiple times over the two days we were there. We saw sunrises, sunsets and had lunch on the boardwalk. A fantastic place to be. Can’t wait to go back.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay!
This is a lovely place to stay which is very close to some fantastic places to eat (including the best little bakery/coffee shop next door) and the beach is within a very short walking distance. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

4/10 Poor

Suzan

Liked: Cleanliness
Stay
No shampoo only condition. Hair dryer didn’t work. Shower very paltry. No coffee pods provided for coffee maker
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute, clean and cozy
Nice lcondo near the beach. Clean! I would stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023