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Villa Serena- full kitchen, and just a 3 minute walk to the beach!

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Sun-loungers, beach towels
TV, video games, books, video library
Outdoor dining
Sun-loungers, beach towels
2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Washer
    Washer
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
LA JOLLA, CA
  • Windansea Beach
    4 min walk
  • La Jolla Tide Pools
    20 min walk
  • Bird Rock
    2 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    28 min drive

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4.0 out of 5, Very good, (80)
The price is AU$170
for 1 night
includes taxes & fees
5 Dec - 6 Dec
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About the area

La Jolla

With a stay at this cottage in La Jolla (Beach Barber Tract), you'll be a 5-minute drive from Mission Beach Boardwalk and 5 minutes from Mission Bay. .This cottage is 3.4 mi (5.4 km) from Mission Beach and 8.8 mi (14.2 km) from Marine Corps Recruit Depot.
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What's nearby

  • Windansea Beach - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego - 2 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Bird Rock - 2 min drive - 2.0 km
  • La Jolla Cove - 9 min drive - 2.8 km
  • La Jolla Beach - 14 min drive - 4.7 km

Getting around

  • Balboa Avenue Transit Center Station - 9 min drive
  • San Diego Coaster Sorrento Valley Station - 12 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Taco Stand - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪El Pescador Fish Market - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Harry's Coffee Shop - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Bernini's Bistro - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The Flower Pot Cafe And Bakery - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Villa Serena- full kitchen, and just a 3 minute walk to the beach!

Rest peacefully in this relaxing, 2 bedroom cottage in the peaceful Windansea Beach village of La Jolla. This unique and welcoming cottage is about a mile from La Jolla Village which offers a superb shopping experience. It's very close to Bird Rock, La Jolla cove, and La Jolla Shores. It's a few miles from Pacific Beach and Sea World. The zoo is conveniently close as well. If you would rather see seals and sea lions in the wild, we have plenty of those within walking distance at La Jolla cove. You can snorkel at the cove with wild sea lions swimming around you. There's also a wonderful opportunity to swim with hundreds of little leopard sharks when they come to shallow water to breed. It's an amazing experience! There's always something fun to do in and around La Jolla's Windansea Beach neighborhood.

Key Features:
- 3 minute walk to beach
- residential neighborhood
- peek ocean view deck- perfect for sunsets
- modern kitchen
- a park up the street with swings and a slide for the kiddos
- 1-3 blocks to market, restaurants, shops, coffee, bakery
- Plenty of free, 24/7 street parking right out front
- laundry machines just outside he kitchen
- AC available for those occasional heat waves
- Luckydog Sanctuary save 10-20% off repeat visits


Closely-supervised kids are welcome. This home is most suitable for infants and calm children age 5 and up. We don't allow running in the house or on the deck and, in general, we like to keep the noise level down for the neighbors. Pack n'play available.

We'll consider families of up to 6 for brief stays in this home if we can chat first to ensure it's a great fit. Book instantly for a family of up to 4. Due to there being only one bathroom off the main bedroom, you may wish to rent two or more of our adjacent cottages or one larger cottage if you have more than 4 or desire more privacy.

Our humble, rustic cottage is not suited to people with allergies or people who expect a property without wear-and-tear. We want our rentals to be pet-friendly so we do not try to keep them perfect. We use non-toxic/humane pest control which sometimes takes longer to work. In a nutshell, wear and tear, a little fur/sand, and the occasional pest is included in the rental. Thank you for understanding. =)

The following canines are not allowed on the property due to our insurance company (which does not make an exception for assistance animals): Akita, Cane Corso, Chow Chows, Dogo Argentino, Pit Bull, Presa Canario (Canary dog), Rottweiler, Staffordshire Bull Terrier, and any wild canine or hybrid thereof. We welcome dogs that are well-behaved with reliable temperaments that are not of these breeds. No destructive or aggressive animals allowed. Pet fee $30/night/pet ($90 mininum). If your pet isn't used to traveling and staying in a new place please reach out to us about renting a crate and/or having a plan in place to be sure they are safe and comfortable.

Thank you for supporting Luckydog Sanctuary and choosing to rent our vacation homes!
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned cottage, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private balcony or patio. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Conveniences include a desk and a microwave.
Enjoy the recreation opportunities such as a water park or make use of other amenities including barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access.

Property manager

Jay & Jen

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels
  • Beach sunloungers

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free off-site parking
  • Street parking available
  • Car not required

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Blender
  • Spices
  • Paper towels

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Day bed
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bath or shower
  • Hairdryer
  • Shampoo
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • Video games
  • Video library
  • Games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near a laundromat

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 4 total (up to 23 kg per pet)
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: No smoking near the property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Water sports equipment
  • Golf privileges
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Tennis on site
  • Power boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Theme parks nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Basketball nearby
  • Fishing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 28

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
4 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Note from host: Some breeds are not allowed so please get approval

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Closely supervised kids allowed

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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 637435, STR-04727L

We should mention

A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Graced by the Beach La Jolla
Little Cottage style home by the Beach
Graced by the Beach Private vacation home
Graced by the Beach Private vacation home La Jolla
Villa Serena Villa Serena Beauty The Beach Awaits You!
Villa Serena Beauty The Beach! Same day OK Fall Savings

Villa Serena- full kitchen, and just a 3 minute walk to the beach! Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 31 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 31 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 31 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 31 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 31 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Paulina W.

September get Away
This place was cute, cozy and conveniently located! The Windan sea neighborhood was quiet and darling! Love the local coffee shops, walking distance. The price was right! Loved the keyless entry but the door was a bit finicky. T there were plenty of towels, for showering and to use for the beach. The kitchen had everything we needed. Thank you !
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Jay Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Emanuela G.

Great location, units that needs some serious improvements
The location is awsome, few blocks from the beach and with several great coffee shops and restaurants. The communication with management company was very good, with prompt response. The unit is however not been updated and cleaning standards below expectations (i have sever allergy to dust and the fan above the bed had a thick layer of dust which we pointed out to the owner, but no action was taken while we were there).. however the most important issue was that the the listing didn’t mentioned that the house had NO heating nor cooling system. While a/c in California can be hard to find, not having a heating system should have been included in the listing. Not only it was not mentioned but no space heaters were provided. We had a very uncomfortable first night, the owner provided 2 very sm heaters the second day, but they hardly resolved the issue. I would not return.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lesa T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent location. Newly remodeled
Great experience
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

kevin m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beach
Nice spot close to a cool beach and plenty of parking
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Michael B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay in La Jolla
Very accessible to amazing times and amazing views in La Jolla
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Susan P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
The property is well maintained, well decorated and well located to explore La Jolla. The only thing that was awkward was one bathroom for six people and the only access was through the master en suite bedroom.

10/10 Excellent

Amanda C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy beach cottage
My husband, son, and I had a great beach weekend. This property was perfect for our needs. The place was clean and we felt very comfortable. We loved the neighborhood.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sharon W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Location, location, location!
This was a fabulous COVID-19 Spring getaway for me family of five (kids aged 17, 15, 11) to "socially distance" ourselves in the sun and the surf. This vintage cottage had the perfect location and all the necessities: body boards, beach chairs + umbrellas, pots & pans, even coffee and a deck of cards! When we found the neighborhood Von's, the Taco Stand, and the D.G. Will's bookstore, we scratched any plans we had outside of La Jolla. Super dog-friendly place, which added a casual homey vibe for us -- nothing more fun than watching dogs run on the beach.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy beach cottage
An excellent location, a short walk to the beach, this cottage is nestled in a friendly neighborhood providing lots of interesting walks. The cottage was clean and the kitchen was well-appointed. The bed is comfortable and the bathroom was well designed. The patio in the front catches the breeze and provides a space for people watching and Nikki is quick to answer questions.

10/10 Excellent

Kelly D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beach trip
It was way nicer then I expected it to be from photos online even tho it got a little warm throughout the day the ac on the room was very nice and it was a very short trip to the beach I really enjoyed my stay the house was really Nice and clean and I’m really glad I visited here

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca T., Los Angeles, California

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming Beach House
Charming cozy house that is less than a ten minute walk to the beach. There is a lovely backyard space as well. High recommendation!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great value
We had a great stay - the cottage is very simple and small, but an excellent value for the price and location. Very clean and well stocked, and we loved being able to walk to Windandsea. We hope to return next summer!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Linda D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location, Comfy Cottage
What a sweet, comfy cottage only a couple of blocks from the beach. Ever since we started traveling with our dog, our options have been limited in terms of places to stay. So glad we found this one. Nikki was very responsive, energetic, and caring about our needs. Highly recommend this place. Hope to return ourselves.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Julie M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect La Jolla Stay
Location was ideal - just off beach and walking to much of L Jolla, while quiet. The unit had everything we needed and was very nicely appointed and organized. The small backyard patio space (with beach gear and grill) and laundry (no issue sharing with other unit) were useful. Parking was never an issue while we were there. We were pleased as we came in, and had a great one week stay with our small dog in tow.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Katie F.

Great place and location
We stayed here with our two young children. Place was clean, laundry was a plus, and it had all the necessary supplies so we could make meals and relax during our time in California. Good location in La Jolla to talk to things, and parking was always easy right out front!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019

8/10 Good

Jonathan K.

Well-appointed, compact apartment in an unbeatable location!
This unit is small, but efficient. There are some quirks—the laundry is outside, there is only a space heater to keep you warm at night, and the second bedroom's bed is actually just a couch you can pull apart into a couple of different configurations—but the incredible location and other amenities more or less make up for them. Highly recommended for 1-2 adults looking for convenient access to the beach!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Diana A C.

Relaxing Get Away
We had a great time in La Jolla and Villa Serena was a wonderful cottage. Our family had everything we needed and loved the little back patio. We spent most of our time out there listening to music and just reconnecting. I highly recommend La Jolla and Villa Serena!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2018

8/10 Good

Emily P.

Great place! Great location! Very clean
Just enough space for our family - two small kiddos. One on an aero bed in the extra room. One we had sleep on a coach in the extra room that we made into a bed. Dog friendly. Back patio was a bit small
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Dyllan E.

Perfect staying place
Everything really confortable and near to the beach!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Margaret G., Annapolis, MD

Couldn’t Have Been Better
Villa Serena was perfect. We are an older couple traveling with an adult child to visit family in the area. The cottage was perfect for our trip. It was well decorated, roomy and clean, and it was in a perfect location — close to the town, our family and the beach, with plenty of parking. Nikki was on the premises to greet us. She was great to talk to, close by and available to help if we needed anything. If Villa Serena is available for our next visit to the area, we will definitely look to stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Heather D.

Perfect!
Beautiful little place, great location, close to the beach. Very clean.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2018

10/10 Excellent

Richard B.

Easy to get to, walk to beach, park for kids, dogs, walking/biking trail. Place was great ez parking
Beautiful! This place has the charm, clean and crisp. More than enough room for my wife and I and our 2 lab/huskies and their large dog beds that we brought with us. Arrived and parked right in front of house. Door opens to living room. TV has everything (Spectrum/NetFlix etc...).small bedroom on left of door behind living room was small but very functional. Kitchen had all amenities (beautiful fridge/gas stove/sink/counter tops/microwave/kitchen ware/utensils/floor tiles). As soon as we arrived and unpacked, we walked the dogs to the park (end of our quiet street! 8 minutes). Then went for a walk on the awesome beach ( 5 minutes from the house in the other direction!). Place has a coffee maker, but coffee house was easier (9 minute slow walk). Main bedroom was large with en suite bathroom (with shower/tub). 6-7 great parks within 15 minute drive. About to a thousand eateries so close (if you like Mexican food, ‘Don Carlos Taco Shop’ has everything but a lot of space. Great enchiladas, quesadillas!). Nikki and Bill have done a great job to make me want to come back again and again. Nikki was available and accommodating not hovering. Also Jade was available for anything extra, like special towels for our dogs. Nikki is a great host/human (she has a pet sanctuary around the corner!).
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2018

8/10 Good

Lori H.

Clean home in La Jolla
Overall this home suited our needs. I came here with a three-month-old baby and my parents to enjoy a few days of sunshine and San Diego. Nikki was very friendly and made sure prior to arriving she had a pack and play for my son. Unfortunately when we arrived I could not locate the pack and play and it was already 6 PM at night. I tried getting a hold of Nikki, but was unsuccessful until almost 830 at night. There was also only one roll of toilet paper provided to us, and no soap, so we had to make a couple of trips to cvs during our stay to get basic supplies. While I’m sure Nikki would have brought these items to our home, Nikki does not timely respond to phone calls, voicemails, emails, text messages, etc., so it was just easier to get these items ourselves. Overall the home was great and worked perfectly for us, but it would have been nice to have Nikki be more responsive.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2017

10/10 Excellent

Nick/Nikki L.

Closer to the beach than we expected and Quieter too! We love villa Serena!
We've found our home away from home! We come to La Jolla often for work and for play and already knew the Windansea neighborhood as one of our favorites. It is walkable- almost like the Shores, but much less noisy. This home is midway between the beach and the park (great for younger kids and dogs) on a quiet street. There is a lighted crosswalk at the boulevard and direct access to the beach at the end of Gravilla St which makes for a 2-3 minute walk to the beach. We've paid more to rent a 1-bedroom which boasted "West of the blvd" status but was actually farther from the beach. We were delighted that this home was actually closer and more affordable. We love the simple, uncluttered feel of Villa Serena. Nikki is a delightful host and Bill is a sweetheart. Nikki offered us a nice discount for our return visits and she showed us Villa Tranquila which will be our back-up choice when Villa Serena is booked. She also showed us Villa Solana, the small studio which will not work for our family but will be a great place for when one of us comes out for business. Overall, very pleased with the setup, the hosting, and the value. Thanks Nikki and Bill.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2017