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Retro Retreat: Ocean & Lagoon Views & Super Fun!

Family-friendly stay near Del Mar Fairgrounds

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Terrace/patio
Smart TV, foosball, table tennis, books
Smart TV, foosball, table tennis, books
Property grounds
3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8279 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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Solana Beach, CA
  • Place, Cedros Avenue
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Belly Up
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Solana Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪34 min drive‬

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About the area

Solana Beach

Seaside stay .Within 2 miles (3 km) of this Solana Beach vacation home, you'll find Cedros Avenue and Belly Up. Fletcher Cove Beach Park and Solana Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Cedros Avenue - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • A Balloon or Biplane Adventure by California Dreamin' - 4 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Belly Up - 5 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Fletcher Cove Beach Park - 5 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Solana Beach - 5 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Solana Beach Station - 4 min drive
  • Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Claire's on Cedros - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Belly Up Tavern - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Roberto's Mexican Food - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Grange Garden - ‬4 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.

Retro Retreat: Ocean & Lagoon Views & Super Fun!

THINGS TO LOVE
- Unbelievable privacy with ocean and lagoon views
- Amazing lagoon trails just off the bottom of the driveway
- Retro, peaceful and relaxing feel
- Hot tub, outdoor shower and game room for family fun
- Committed to sustainability
- If your property is available for early check-in, we will text you on your arrival date

THINGS TO KNOW
- A private road and steep driveway gets you there
- May hear freeway noise if the Santa Ana winds are blowing
- 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.

Perched atop a quiet bluff overlooking the lagoon and Pacific, you can hike 1 mile to the beach through immaculately maintained trails or 1 mile south to downtown Solana Beach and the Cedros Design District. The original record collection, wood paneling, beaded curtains, and pull-chain toilets keep the original funky-retro spirit alive. The brand new carpets, appliances, mattresses, and furnishings keep everything fresh. (We've added a few lava lamps too, just for fun). Enjoy foosball, ping pong, 2 smart TV's, and ample indoor/outdoor nooks and seating areas.

Easy-going eclectic neighborhood near Solana Beach:
- Enjoy the ocean breeze and breakfast at Naked Cafe
- Watch some live music at Belly Up on Cedros
- Seaside Market is our favorite grocery store
- Walk to the train station in case you want a quick trip to LA or San Diego

Feel at home in our beloved North County
- We can recommend local photographers and full-sized crib rentals
- 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:
* Very steep driveway. Maximum of 3 cars in the driveway.
* NO SMOKING and no fire (candles included) anywhere on the premises except in the wood burning stove.
* Voices carry at night from our hilltop so please bring all conversations inside by 10:00PM.
* The yard is not fenced with steep surrounding terrain. Young children and pets should not be left unattended

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Car recommended
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Music library
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry detergent
  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

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 marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Foosball table
  • Table tennis
  • Water park
  • 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
  • Snorkeling 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Electric car charging station
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 3,000 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

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
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Very steep driveway. Max of 3 cars in the driveway. No additional parking. NO SMOKING and no open fire (candles included) anywhere on the premises.
Quiet hours:10P-8A. The yard is not fenced with steep surrounding terrain. Young children/pets should not be
left unattended. Guest is required to sign the rental agreement and agree to the house rules. Minimum age required is 25. No parties nor events.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Charge may apply

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.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Retro Retreat: Ocean & Lagoon Views & Super Fun! to the airport?

This vacation home is 14.3 mi (28-min drive) away from the Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Retro Retreat: Ocean & Lagoon Views & Super Fun! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Retro Retreat: Ocean & Lagoon Views & Super Fun! to the beach?

This vacation home is 13.5 mi (35-min drive) from La Jolla Beach and 14.5 mi (33-min drive) from La Jolla Cove. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Retro Retreat: Ocean & Lagoon Views & Super Fun! offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Retro Retreat: Ocean & Lagoon Views & Super Fun!?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Retro Retreat: Ocean & Lagoon Views & Super Fun!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Retro Retreat: Ocean & Lagoon Views & Super Fun!?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Retro Retreat: Ocean & Lagoon Views & Super Fun! have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Retro Retreat: Ocean & Lagoon Views & Super Fun! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Retro Retreat: Ocean & Lagoon Views & Super Fun! to downtown Solana Beach?

This vacation home is 0.8 mi away from Solana Beach.

Retro Retreat: Ocean & Lagoon Views & Super Fun! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 37 out of 38 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 38 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 38 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 38 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 38 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jared N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic house and location! The view is incredible! Close enough to San Diego to easily get in and out of the city, but far enough away to be a quiet and relaxing. Lots of great trails just down the street as well. Host was welcoming and responsive as well.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joel S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place, excellent supplies and outfitted well for a relaxing and pleasant stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim R.

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

Amazing home!

Beautiful home, gorgeous view and just a great time.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Greta J.

Great stay!

Stayed here for four nights in September. The house was exactly as pictured. Very cool 70s retro furnishing, large decks with amazing views and sunsets, spacious, clean with everything you need. We loved hiking right down the driveway to the great trails each day, and the short drive into town. It was so quiet and peaceful. We can't wait to return!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lennon G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
One of the best places we’ve ever stayed. The kids loved the game room, the hot tub, the attic hideaway. And we loved the retro touches like the record player, the chill vibes and the ocean view. It was so easy to relax there and get into vacation mode which is just what we needed.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew P.

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

Great great stay

Amazing house, extremely great communications, perfect spot for our family.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan T.

Picturesque and serene

This property is absolutely beautiful. The view, the privacy, and space, and location...it has all of it! My family and I enjoyed two memorable nights together here and have vowed to return. Close to the beach. Close to Del Mar Racetrack, the crisp air, the sunset and cant say enough about it. The rental staff is extremely accommodating and responsive and we can’t wait to return.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donna M.

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

Retro Retreat Vacay

Great property!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Claire B.

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

Wonderful stay

What a wonderful house in a wonderful location! We enjoyed this property and all it had to offer. The views were amazing. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great communication. The house is exactly as described. Beautiful views from the deck and living room. Hot tub was an added bonus. Definitely retro, like someone’s well preserved 70’s cabin. Be aware of the very steep driveway and dirt road to get to the house. Otherwise great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sheena H.

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

Wonderful Getaway

This property has incredible views, and was a wonderful getaway for my family and I. We enjoyed the hot tub, game room, and being outside soaking up all the views! We hope to come back again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jen D.

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

Incredible all around!!

Our family of five absolutely loved this house and our four night stay in Solana Beach area. The character, comfort and views from the house were spectacular. It was stocked with absolutely everything we could want or need (kitchen to bedrooms, games room, etc). We can highly recommend this property after a brilliant stay including great communication with the team looking after the house!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lauren B.

LOVED this house!

The photos really don't do it justice, we LOVED it here! The sunsets over the ocean and lagoon are unlike anything I've ever seen! The basement was great for our kiddos and the kitchen was well stocked!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

mollie b.

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

Quick getaway

We had a wonderful time enjoying the views and relaxing in the patio with all the views
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan M.

Fantastic stay!

This property has an amazing view and is incredibly clean. The staff is very responsive and was helpful with our every request. We would love to return! Oh, and the hike is awesome. You really can’t beat this location or view. It was a real gift.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Court W.

What a wonderful home and property

I can’t recommend the retro retreat highly enough! We absolutely loved our time there. The ocean views from several rooms of the house, and even more so from the big deck, and side yards with comfy Adirondack chairs, were amazing. We spent time out there morning, noon and night. Another highlight was being able to walk to an awesome trail, called Annie’s trail, or slightly longer walks to the beach, or even downtown Solana Beach. Our group's ages ranged from 9-70, and we all loved our time there. We would love to return someday!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy B.

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

Great stay

All great other than our bad luck with the weather and our sensitivity to highway noise.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

REBECCA W.

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

Absolutely Amazing!

We had such a fantastic time! The views were stunning, the records,game room and Jacuzzi made for a perfect getaway for our family. We will be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Missy M.

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

PERFECTION

This place beyond exceeded our expectations. The wood paneling on all the walls, floor to ceiling windows, super crisp design and decor…chef kiss! Kids and aunties loved the game room, the trail at the end of the driveway was fantastic, and the view of the lagoon and beach was magical. To top it all off, everything was scrubbed clean clean! Would LOVE to stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brooks L.

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

Amazing Location | Retro Vibes

Loved the retro ocean vibes of this home and location. Great and easy access to trails and walking into Solana Beach. Enjoyed the small retro touches throughout the home. Great and easy communication with the property managers.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert W.

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

Awesome!

Our crew stayed here for a job we were working on near by. Made it very convenient and comfy for the crew. Nice views and easy to get in!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Jane C.

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

Celestial paradise

Great views and so many outside areas. The playroom for the kids was great but carpet should be changed out - room smells a bit . Otherwise place great
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jeb r.

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

Views, Views, Views

Anytime I can get my kids to do puzzles and play ping pong…win. Very cozy with the wood stove and the town is full of easy walking enjoyment.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katie A.

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

Unique and fabulous

We loved our stay at the retro house!!! The house is charming and funky while being completely comfortable and functional. The view is amazing and we loved watching the sunset every night. Could get a little warm during the day (we never used the AC even though the house does have it) but we would open the windows to the ocean breeze and it would cool down plenty for bedtime. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia N.

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

Peaceful Retreat

My family and I had a wonderful stay at this peaceful retreat. Nestled on a hill, there were amazing views and quiet sitting areas to enjoy them. The retro decor was fun and we enjoyed playing the records provided. The lower level with the ping pong table and foosball table was great. Both the kids and adults enjoyed them! Since it is nestled on a hill, expect a steep driveway. It was steeper than I was expecting so walking back up after our walk on the trails was a bit of a challenge. We would definitiely stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024