Home is in a great location. Walk to the beach, great restaurants and some shopping. We all enjoyed our visit to DEl Mar!

We had a great time in Del Mar. The house is in a perfect location, a few minutes walk to the beach and restaurants. It has a big fenced grassy yard (loved by our dog) and a nice terrace with a small view of the ocean. The house itself is old, but was clean and had everything we needed. There is no air conditioning and it was relatively warm during the day, but cooled to a pleasant temperature at night. We would love to return!

We had a wonderful time staying in Del Mar. The cottage was just as advertised. It had everything we needed and more. Out kids loved the swing and the tree house and we just loved being so close to the beach. Gary was easy to contact and quick to respond. All in all, we really enjoyed our stay here and would definitely come.back again.

We thoroughly enjoyed this entire experience. We thought we had an issue and was responded to immediately and there was no problem. The location is great. The amenities are there. We had two 16-year-olds and two 12-year-olds who enjoyed the bunk beds and Grandparents enjoyed our room. there was so much to do and enjoy. Highly recommend this for a wonderful vacation.

Gary’s house was everything we needed for our beach vacation. When we visit Del Mar again it will be our first choice.

2nd time in this adorable cottage. We'll be back next year.

2nd time in this adorable cottage. We'll be back next year.

The home and yard are wonderful for a family. It is within walking distance to the beach and a short drive to SeaWorld. The ocean breeze and beautiful location have us wanting to come back!

The place is as advertised. For a small family, it couldn’t have been any better! It was our first trip to Del Mar and is a main reason my wife and I plan to make this a very regular vacation!

The place is as advertised. For a small family, it couldn’t have been any better! It was our first trip to Del Mar and is a main reason my wife and I plan to make this a very regular vacation!

We LOVE this little Hobbit house in Del Mar! The location couldn't be better.

We just got back from a week stay at this adorable, enchanting storybook cottage. Our 13 yr Old twin granddaughters loved the double bunk room, tree house swings and the boogie boards they got to use every day ! Gary really does a magnificent job in providing everything imaginable for the perfect beach vacation. We had several meals at the cottage, so the dining room and deck got a lot of use. I loved the kitchen with it's Viking gas range, sub-zero fridge and dishwasher. The washer/dryer in basement was one of the most important things for me. Loved them! As others have mentioned, the ocean view from the master bedroom and deck is stunning! My husband enjoyed relaxing on the deck and watching our dog run around the yard, ears flying in the breeze. Throwing balls for him to chase or a frisbee to catch. We spent a great deal of time a Sea Grove Park with our dog. (only a few minutes from the house). He loved lying under the wagon at the beach, that we used to haul all the beach gear : ) The cottage is so cozy and welcoming, yet also felt very spacious for us. If I could give this lovely sweet home 10 stars I would. I hope we get to return one day !

Great location and the house had everything we (2 adults 3 small children) needed.

You will not be disappointed with this property. Time stood still during our stay and is within a short walking distance to most things in Del Mar! Gary was very accommodating and look forward to vacationing at this house again in the near future!

The house is in a fabulous location, with a short walk to many great restaurants and a gorgeous beach. The yard was also charming with swings, a tree house, and a deck with chairs and an umbrella. The only downside was that those with dustmite allergies had a tough time in the house, particularly the back bedroom. Putting dustmite covers on all the mattresses and pillows would make a big difference.

Ideal location. Easy walk to restaurants, beach and the race track. Home has been well maintained and is well equipped. Owner communications were prompt and thorough. We hope to be back in the coming years.

Very comfortable and the location is the best in all of Del Mar.

In the mist of Del Mar, this property is close to the park, the beach, to restaurants, shopping and more. The house was built in 1930 and is charming. There’s also a treehouse and back for the kids.

Ideal location, wonderful place overall. However, perhaps not the best home to rent with very young kids (4 or under).

We stayed a week at this storybook cottage and really enjoyed it. It was super comfortable and our 2 dogs loved the large, grassy yard. The house is ideally located, 1 block to the ocean, ½ block to restaurants, shops and bars, ½ block in the other direction to a great breakfast spot. The owner was very communicative, and it was great to have so many beach toys on hand... after a day at the beach it was treat to clean up in the outdoor shower before hitting town for dinner. We loved it!

We stayed here for a week at the beach and had a wonderful time. We were four adults and two children (ages 1 and 4) who regularly travel together, so the singular bathroom was not that challenging for us, and the outdoor shower (with hot water, no primal scream therapy necessary) was a big help! The property was an easy walk to the beach, even with little kids, as well as close to restaurants and shops. So fun. Despite the house’s nearly 100 years of age, we could tell that it’s been well cared for throughout the years, and it is perfectly up to date with all of the working parts and comforts you expect in a modern day house (even the ice maker in the vintage wall fridge worked perfectly!). There weren’t even any squeaky floorboards (which I would have especially noticed at night, with two sleeping children in the house). Great communication with Gary about our arrival. We loved the preserved charm of the place, and had a fantastic time.

Adorable cottage and great location to beach, restaurants and shops.

This property was just as described, really close to the town and beach. It was clean and tidy, cozy and colorful. We enjoyed every day we spent here and would definitely come back in the future. The yard was our favorite part and our cat really enjoyed admiring the lizards and humming birds!It was everything we wanted and more. Thank you!!

A wonderful cottage home in an outstanding location in Del Mar. Our family loved our 2 weeks.

I’ll definitely be back. It was just as described and completely well stocked.

Perfect location with large private yard next to beach and restaurants. Never had to use the car.

Charming in every way, in upscale neighborhood, with a short walk to the best beach in California. We felt so fortunate that Gary allowed us to stay at his special place. Although within a short walk to many places to eat, I love to cook. The kitchen was all that I could have asked for, and eating on the deck or in the dining room was special. It was also a perfect place for Larry, our flat-coated retriever, with a fenced yard in a very dog friendly community.

We have rented this little house many times and always enjoy it. Location is perfect, it's well appointed, and Gary (the owner) is great to work with.

Fantastic little house with a great private yard. Location to the beach and Del Mar park was the icing on the cake.

Really cute two bedroom gingerbread house one block from the beach. Great communication with owner. Lovely private yard that even had a fruiting fig tree. Quiet neighborhood. Lots of fun beach toys to borrow. Super convenient to town (less than a block away)! Will definitely be back!

Great location, great house and a magical stay. I have to say, the outdoor shower was our favorite part! The back deck and yard were beautiful and were we spent most of our time. EVERYTHING including beaches, shops and restaurants were a brief stroll away. Location, location, location. A++

This is a charming cottage in prime location. The yard is beautiful. Gary has lots of beach necessities in the shed making our daily time on the beach super easy. All the shops etc also literally steps away. We will be back again very soon!