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Romantic Spanish Home, Private Pool, Walk to Beach

Romantic Spanish Home, Private Pool, Walk to Beach

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House & pool. Our insurance required we remove diving board.
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Living Room
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Overview of Romantic Spanish Home, Private Pool, Walk to Beach

10 out of 10 Exceptional
4 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 8399.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

La Jolla, CA
  • Popular LocationWindansea Beach9 min walk
  • Popular LocationMission Beach Boardwalk4 min drive
  • Popular LocationLa Jolla Cove11 min drive
  • AirportSan Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)28 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

(1) Master Suite - California King - upstairs

(2) West Master - California King

(3) King or Twin Bedroom - Upstairs

Office 1

Office - accommodating folding bed

5 bathrooms

Bathroom 1 - Master en suite

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2nd en suite - toilet , tub and shower

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3 en suite - sink - toilet , combination tub/shower

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 4 - Cabana/Family Rm downstairs toilet/sink/shower

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 5 - Downstairs off kitchen

Bathtub · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Romantic Spanish Home, Private Pool, Walk to Beach

ROMANTIC HISTORIC ARCHITECTURE, WALK TO BEACH, LARGE SUNNY BEDROOMS, PRIVATE POOL AND LARGE ENTERTAINMENT AREAS.

Beautiful architectural design and decor combine with a convenient beach and village location, perfect for a holiday with family and friends. There is nothing more romantic than strolling to the beach to watch the sunset, and returning to enjoy drinks by the pool. The large rooms in this historic property, with garden, pool, and ideal location, provide comfort and a great ambiance for your holiday retreat.

Casasol is located near Windansea Beach in a historic exclusive neighborhood called Lower Hermosa. Unlike some La Jolla homes in the hills where there are no sidewalks and it is difficult to walk, the homes in this area are perfect for walking, jogging, or bike riding.
Casasol is a designated historic property built in 1928-29, by noted architects Herbert Mann and Thomas Shepherd. Today the house is restored and modernized, but filled with the same charm and character that the architect gave La Jolla's famous La Valencia Hotel: carved stone benches, leaded glass windows, hand-crafted tiles; high beamed ceilings; carved walnut paneled dining room, tile and wood floors throughout.
The house is equipped with everything you need to play, picnic, and enjoy the beaches, from folding chairs, coolers, to beach towels, toys and bikes. The family room with flat screen TV has an adjacent cabana bath for changing for the pool. Exquisitely furnished, with the best linens, a gourmet eat-in kitchen with travertine floors, granite and Corian surfaces, Casasol will provide a holiday in style and comfort. A wood burning fireplace is equipped with a gas starter, and a pile of firewood is available. The large bedrooms with black out curtains are perfect for a good nights sleep. The large dining room seats up to 10, kitchen breakfast table up to 6, patio table 8. We provide two additional folding beds, and a Graco crib for children.

We are located a 8 minute walk to the beach, 5 minute drive into the village of La Jolla, few minute drive into the hamlet of Bird Rock (coffee houses & restaurants), and 20 minute drive to downtown San Diego and a bit further to the zoo.

The owners of Casasol have an apartment with a separate entrance located in an adjoining building on the West side of the property. They are seldom on site, and your access and use of the main house is totally private.

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House Layout:
The 4300 sq. ft. home includes three large sun-filled bedrooms upstairs, each with bathrooms en suite, a bathroom off the kitchen, and a family room with its own bathroom. Total of five BATH ROOMS.
Bed configuration:
UPSTAIRS BEDROOMS:
Master Bedroom 1: California King -- sleeps 2
Master Bedroom 2: Cal King -- sleeps 2
Study off West Bedroom accommodates small folding bed for children.
Twin Bedroom 3: (can be made into King bed): Twin beds- sleep 2

All of the bedrooms are furnished with seasonal quality linens.
Extra Folding Beds for children: 2 (these can be placed in the study off BD2- or in the large bedrooms.
For little ones:
1 Graco Pack-n-Play, diaper pail, stroller
Newborn bathtub
High chair
Booster seat
Toys for beach and pool
Childrens books
huge box of wooden blocks

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Private Pool:
Surrounded by a wall and 60’ tall trees and a garden, the Private Pool is about 25 feet in length and is 9 feet deep at the deep end. **************************
Kid friendly beaches: Within a few minutes walk is a beach for wonderful tide pooling and exploration. A few minutes into the village, and any day you can watch the seals play at the Children’s Pool.

CLEANING PROTOCOL
COVID-19 has resulted in a cleaning protocol which is basically double our former protocol. Special attention is made to clean then disinfect the typical areas we frequently touch (all electrical switches, bannister, knobs, chair arms, backs of chairs). Special covers are placed on remotes. Hand sanitizers are available. Linens are washed at suitable high temperatures. As you know, sun is the best killer of the virus, and you should have all the outdoor sun you need. We always have a complete day to clean before you arrive, and leave days after each departure and before the next check-in.

No smoking is permitted in the house.
Keywords: Charm, Romantic, Luxury, Historic, Beach, Pool, Gourmet Kitchen

Property manager

Shona McArthur - Barry Bielinski
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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
.

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Only in outdoor gardens
Instant Booking must be approved by owners /requires two week lead time for cleaning protocol. No bachelor/bachelorette parties.
SPECIAL RESIDENCE: This is a historic home. Thank you for treating it with care. Quiet outdoor hours 10:00pm - 9:00am.
HOLIDAY/SUMMER CANCELLATION POLICY: You must cancel 90 days prior to your arrival date for a full refund. VRBO fees are not refunded.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
Property Registration Number STR-00303L, 617001

We should mention

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

About the area

La Jolla

This vacation home is located in Lower Hermosa, a neighborhood in La Jolla, and is near theme parks and near the beach. Port of San Diego and B Street Cruise Ship Terminal are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit USS Midway Museum and San Diego Zoo. Traveling with kids? Consider Belmont Park and Birch Aquarium. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Windansea Beach - 9 min walk
  • Bird Rock - 13 min walk
  • Crystal Pier - 4 min drive
  • Mission Beach Boardwalk - 4 min drive
  • La Jolla Cove - 11 min drive

Getting around

  • Balboa Avenue Transit Center Station - 8 min drive
  • San Diego Coaster Sorrento Valley Station - 25 min drive
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Taco Stand - 2 min drive
  • El Pescador Fish Market - 2 min drive
  • Bird Rock Coffee Roasters - 14 min walk
  • Wayfarer Bread & Pastry - 16 min walk
  • Don Carlos Taco Shop - 2 min drive

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Steve T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed La Jolla
The host and the property were first-rate. Thank you.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cathy U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property, exceptional hospitality
This property was perfect for our family, including our young grandchildren. The house is spacious and contained everything we needed and more. The gardens and private pool are beautiful. The host, Shona, was so kind and responsive and made sure we had everything we needed for a fun vacation. We hope to return!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steve K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very Enjoyable Stay in La Jolla
Just as advertised! House was very spacious, comfortable, and impeccably well equipped. Shona was very cordial and helpful, and offered much insight into La Jolla as a lifelong resident.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
excellent experience
Perfect in every way!
Stayed 25 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

John S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Week
Loved our stay in Shona’s beautiful home. It is so well appointed and spacious. Super comfy beds with high quality sheets made for great sleeping. The pool is huge and so enjoyable….water temp perfect. We are already planning a return trip!! 5 stars all day for this host and her home!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Shona McArthur - Barry Bielinski

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Your hosts are an art historian and a retired airline captain. They are international travelers. The home and garden were featured in the 2002 La Jolla Historical Society's Home and Garden Tour.

Why they chose this property

Shona is a native La Jollan who has been involved with museums, art and culture all of her life. Barry is a retired pilot who flew internationally with TWA and American Airlines. Both of us have traveled extensively. We enjoyed restoring this historic, architecturally significant property. We look forward to sharing it with you..

What makes this property unique

The home has been restored to its former beauty, and furnished with antiques and furniture that maximize comfort and enjoyment. You have a kitchen equipped for the gourmet cook. It is a cook's delight, with a large island for preparing meals, a cozy table for eating breakfast, and a garden patio pool view. Picnic and beach gear for outings...Complete wireless WiFi 200mb access.

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