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Adorable Octopus Hideaway: 2 min walk to the beach!

Family-friendly holiday home with a water park, 5-minute walk to Del Mar Beach

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Discover the newly remodeled Octopus Hideaway, nestled in an easy-going eclectic neighborhood near Del Mar. Enjoy a 2-minute walk to the beach and take advantage of family-friendly amenities like beach gear and toys for a carefree stay.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedroomsSleeps 4800 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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About this property

Entire place

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

Adorable Octopus Hideaway: 2 min walk to the beach!

Family-friendly holiday home with a water park, 5-minute walk to Del Mar Beach
A water park, laundry facilities and a garden are available at this smoke-free holiday home. Other amenities include barbecues. The holiday home has 2 bedrooms and offers free WiFi and a fenced private garden. Guests will find a kitchen with a fridge, an oven, a stovetop and a microwave.
Air-conditioned accommodation at this holiday home offers coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Rooms open to balconies. Smart televisions are featured in guestrooms. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include baths or showers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs.

Recreational amenities at the holiday home include a water park.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Outdoor shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Water sports equipment
  • 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
  • Snorkelling 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

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 800 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 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 to complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: Dogs can not be left home alone to bark

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Octopus Hideaway Easy 2 Min. Walk to the Beach
Octopus Hideaway Easy Two minute Walk to the Beach
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About the area

Located in Del Mar, this holiday home is near theme parks and near the beach. LEGOLAND® California is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Del Mar Beach and La Jolla Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Del Mar Fairgrounds and A Balloon or Biplane Adventure by California Dreamin'. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. Visit our Del Mar travel guide
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Del Mar, CA

What's nearby

  • 0_157140397_5
    Del Mar Beach
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Del Mar Dog Beach at Sunset
    Del Mar Dog Beach
    7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Up for some fun...coming up the Del Mar Fair in Southern California
    Del Mar Fairgrounds
    10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Del Mar Plaza
    13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Del Mar Racetrack
    17 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Solana Beach Station
    8 min drive
  • Sorrento Valley Station
    13 min drive
  • Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar)
    26 min drive

Restaurants

  • Monarch Ocean Pub
    15 min walk
  • San Diego County Fair Beer Garden
    18 min walk
  • Clubhouse Terrace @ Del Mar Racetrack
    19 min walk
  • Brigantine
    13 min walk
  • Jake's Del Mar
    14 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Adorable Octopus Hideaway: 2 min walk to the beach! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Adorable Octopus Hideaway: 2 min walk to the beach!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Adorable Octopus Hideaway: 2 min walk to the beach!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Adorable Octopus Hideaway: 2 min walk to the beach!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Adorable Octopus Hideaway: 2 min walk to the beach! located?

This family-friendly Del Mar holiday home is located by the sea, within 1 mi (2 km) of Del Mar Beach and Del Mar Racetrack. Del Mar Fairgrounds and Del Mar North Beach are also within 15 minutes.

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Adorable Octopus Hideaway: 2 min walk to the beach! Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 129 out of 139 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 139 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 139 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 139 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 139 reviews

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jim T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean. Good location .
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erin C.

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

We loved staying at the Octopus Hideaway!

They had all of the beach gear we needed and are a quick walk down to the sand. We loved the luscious plants in the backyard and of course the 2 bedrooms. Perfect space for our family of 4!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Noelle G.

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

Gorgeous and convenient

A perfect stay! Beds were so comfortable. The coffee was amazing. Pristine accommodations. Would absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel J.

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

Nice place!

Beautiful little apartment with a killer location just a block from the beach. Del Mar is a cozy little town as well. Would 100% recommend. Perfect for a family of 4.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Russ W.

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

Perfect Little Beach House

Tucked in the back, nicely fenced with astroturf and well maintained gardens. It was perfect for a few days at the beach with our pups.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Mylinda P.

Great beach access!

We enjoyed our stay at the Octopus Hideaway! We wanted something close to the beach and this was a super close walk! The house is a convenient location to restaurants and shopping. Although we didn't stay long enough to use the kitchen for cooking, it was well stocked. The home was clean and very nicely decorated.

10/10 Excellent

Kelly D.

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

Get away weekend

Cute cottage! We stayed in the back unit which was quiet and had a lovely little garden! It was just right for us and our dogs! Walkable to shops, restaurants and beach!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt S.

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

Great place

This is a nice property: super clean and well-managed. The host responded to every question at Olympic speed. Perfect location for the beach. Great size for a couple or a small family. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eve M.

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

Beautifully appointed private haven

Thoughtful design, privacy, safe and comfortable. Cozy 'cottage' is literally 2-minute walk from best dog friendly beach in Del Mar. Prompt and attentive management response to questions. A sweet little getaway!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Laura C.

Just amazing

This place was incredible. The yard is beautiful and fully fenced, which was fantastic for our dogs. You’re within a few minutes walk to the dog beach. The house was clean and had everything we needed when we arrived. Super comfy bed and couch. Would absolutely stay here again.
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10/10 Excellent

Stephen B.

Great stay at the Octopus Hideaway

My girlfriend, dog and I loved staying at the Octopus Hideaway. It's very near dog beach and the commercial shops in Del Mar. The property is also private with a fully fenced yard. The house is stocked with all the necessary items to live and cook during the stay. We look forward to coming back in the future.

8/10 Good

Mary E.

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

Wonderful Getaway!

This home was just what my family needed during our spring break! The owners were communicative and friendly. They also had a little gift for my twin 7-year olds! The home is clean and comfortable. We loved drinking our coffee in the garden every morning. The beach is a quick 5-minute walk and perfect if you have a dog. The home is located in between Carlsbad (Legoland) and San Diego (we went to the zoo and Seaport Village). We hope to stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Bruce W.

A Homecoming Week in the Octopus Hideaway

Out-of-state family members spent a wonderful week in the Octopus Hideaway. It provided a great home base to attend our niece's wedding, visit with family, and tour our favorite areas around town when we lived in San Diego and Del Mar. Family members frequented the area beaches and used the boogie boards and laundry machines provided in the rental.

10/10 Excellent

DEFNE O.

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

Peaceful tresure

We really enjoyed staying at the Octopus Hideaway. Such a tasteful decoration and so useful amenities… Great location. We were able to take long walks on tje beach. Really enjoyed our stay. One suggestion would be to have more light options for different corners of the garden. It would have been more enjoayble and possible to have dinner outside
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Lori L.

Perfection location for weekend getaway

We traveled from Palm Springs for a dog show in Del Mar and stayed this pet friendly duplex. The yard was lovely and very secure. Nice outdoor sitting area. The inside was nicely decorated and the bed was very comfortable!!! You are literally a 2-3 minute walk to the beach. We did not cook on this trip but the kitchen is well stocked. Lovely welcome note and coffee that was very appreciated) Also very close to the Del Mar race track so would love to stay here again and walk to the track!!!

10/10 Excellent

Kristin B.

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

Sweet beach home

Such a sweet beach home, perfect for families. Walk to the beach. Ride bikes to restaurants or cook in the house. Will come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

keith r.

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

ABSOLUTELY PERFECT IN EVERY WAY

Our family (me, wife, dog) needed a reprieve from the AZ heat and this was the perfect escape. The home is everything that listed / shown and more. I was really impressed with ample closet space, having the dog beach so close, and how every amenity the home offered was right at your fingertips. We 100% want to stay here again asap.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheri A.

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

Adorable place

Everything was great except sleeping was difficult without air conditioning in the bedroom as it was hot and muggy that weekend. But so great otherwise and so near the fabulous dog beach— We’ll definitely go again! Wonderfully responsive hosts. Private, quiet, comfy.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maureen C.

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

UCSD Graduation!

Very pleased with this perfect get away spot!! So wonderful to sit out on the patio, smell the jasmine and listen to the birds sing! Everything was clean and beautifully placed. The beach items available in the garage made our stay more enjoyable and less hectic. Thank you for your outstanding hospitality and top notch professionalism! Refreshing!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew S.

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

Great value especially for the location

The property is quaint and cozy. Very pleasant. Well maintained landscaping. It is a 2 unit house so another guest could be renting the front of the home while you stay in this unit in the back but you do have a nice private area of the yard gated off for just this unit which is a pleasant place to relax. Comfy beds and beach supplies available for use makes this a really great option for small families with kids!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn G.

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

Family reunion

Our family has been going to San Diego for many, many years. My siblings and I are grown with young adult children now who have all grown up going to Solana Beach and Del Mar. My husband, our adult daughter and I stayed here. Other family were in the neighborhood. This place was clean, comfortable, and had easy access to the beach. We also liked the private yard. We will be back.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennie S.

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

Perfect stay!

My husband and I rented the cottage for PLNU Parents Weekend. We even had our son stay to get a break from dorm life. While it is a little drive from PLNU we still enjoyed it. Del Mar is beautiful. The cottage is in a wonderful neighborhood and had all you need for cooking or just relaxing. Beds and pillows were very comfortable. The backyard is charming. On our last full day we walked across the street to enjoy some relaxation on beach. The garage had towels, boards and sand toys for us. We highly recommend it and would love to stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Nancy B.

Fabulous perfection!

This is the perfect vacation home—it is truly charming and cosy, but also carefully restrained as to not overwhelm. The tech is just enough to have made our stay easy and also secure, but not so complicated as to have made things overly complicated. The neighborhood is AMAZING, lively, dog-friendly and walkable. And while the neighborhood is in the heart of a bustling California beach town, the house itself remained serene, quiet and restful. There is a lovely backyard filled with birdsong in the mornings. Perfection!

10/10 Excellent

Zachary F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute place, right by the beach, nice and clean, just what we signed up for.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Katherine H.

Another successful visit to the Octopus Hideaway!

This is a well-appointed property in a great location. Easy walk to the beach (and all of the beach supplies are there waiting for you!). Beachhaus staff goes above and beyond with their communication and attention to details before, during and after our stay. This property was remodeled 2 years ago and everything is top notch!