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The Shining Sea Studio, Steps from the Beach, Downtown Oceanside

Condo near Oceanside Pier in Oceanside

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Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Entire condo

1 bathroomSleeps 214 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Oceanside, CA
  • Place, Oceanside Strand Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Oceanside Pier
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Oceanside Beach
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar)
    ‪18 min drive‬

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About the area

Oceanside

Townsite stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this Townsite condo, you'll find Oceanside Pier and Oceanside Beach. Oceanside Strand Beach and Buccaneer Beach are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Oceanside Strand Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Regal Oceanside - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Oceanside Pier - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Buccaneer Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Oceanside Beach - 13 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Oceanside Transit Center - 5 min walk
  • Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Camp Coffee - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Rooftop Bar - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Finney's Crafthouse - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Haunted Head Saloon - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪333 Pacific - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

The Shining Sea Studio, Steps from the Beach, Downtown Oceanside

Welcome to The Shining Sea! This newly renovated mini Oceanview studio offers a cozy and inviting escape just steps from the beach in Downtown Oceanside. The studio features a comfortable sleeping area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a relaxing living space with stunning ocean views. Take a short stroll to nearby restaurants, shops, and the historic Oceanside Pier. With modern amenities including Wi-Fi and complimentary laundry facilities, The Shining Sea is your ideal seaside retreat.

Please note: this property does not include A/C. The unit stays comfortable through cross ventilation, fans, and the coastal ocean breeze typical of the area.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Optional golf privileges
  • Water park
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 151 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items
Lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is The Shining Sea Studio, Steps from the Beach, Downtown Oceanside to the airport?

This condo is 10.1 mi (21-min drive) away from the Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does The Shining Sea Studio, Steps from the Beach, Downtown Oceanside have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this condo.

How close is The Shining Sea Studio, Steps from the Beach, Downtown Oceanside to the beach?

This condo is a short 11-minute walk from Oceanside Beach and 3-minute walk from Oceanside Strand Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Shining Sea Studio, Steps from the Beach, Downtown Oceanside offer free breakfast?

This condo does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Shining Sea Studio, Steps from the Beach, Downtown Oceanside?

No, there is no casino at this condo, but Ocean's Eleven Casino (3-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at The Shining Sea Studio, Steps from the Beach, Downtown Oceanside?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Shining Sea Studio, Steps from the Beach, Downtown Oceanside?

Free parking is not available at this condo.

Does The Shining Sea Studio, Steps from the Beach, Downtown Oceanside have a pool?

This condo does not have a pool.

Does The Shining Sea Studio, Steps from the Beach, Downtown Oceanside have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this condo.

How close is The Shining Sea Studio, Steps from the Beach, Downtown Oceanside to downtown Oceanside?

This condo is 0.4 mi away from Oceanside.

The Shining Sea Studio, Steps from the Beach, Downtown Oceanside Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 3 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 3 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Damien H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Love everything about the property
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Molly S.

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

Perfect for one

Comfy bed, great location
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Ray B.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
No, couldn’t get in, door was jammed. That’s ok, wasn’t even close as advertised
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026